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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Muscadines again rose to the top in the Arkansas Quality Wine competition, a testament to the skills of state’s vintners handling this beloved and somewhat quirky and cantankerous grape. Renee Threlfall, associate professor-enology and viticulture for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, founded the Arkansas Quality Wine, or AQW, Program…

LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas Beef Council is set to kick off the inaugural Arkansas’s Best Burger Contest with an exciting tailgate event during the highly anticipated University of Arkansas Razorbacks vs. University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) football game. The tailgate, which promises to be a flavorful celebration of 100% beef burgers, will…

PINE BLUFF, Ark. —  The ARTx3 Campus invites the public to a free opening reception for the exhibition “Glimmer” by Heidi Carlsen-Rogers from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, 701 S. Main St. in Pine Bluff. Top photo: Heidi Carlsen-Rogers, “Glimmer – Daylight,” consists of five 12-inch…

The following is a press release from the Arkansas State Police: From August 16 through September 2, which includes the Labor Day holiday weekend, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will be teaming up with Arkansas law enforcement for the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement campaign. The…

The following is a press release from Entergy Arkansas: Little Rock, Ark. – Extreme heat can increase electricity use and costs, and the past two summers have brought record-level temperatures and higher electricity usage by our customers. Entergy Arkansas is committed to helping our customers stay cool and save money this summer with a variety of bill…

Remembering One Mary Culp and her very special lessons I’ve been gone from these Pastimes of yesteryear in Warren, but some true memories of the early 1970s came back to me with events of late. A lovely and literate classmate, Deborah Armstrong Carpenter who has been in Warren these 51 years since our graduation from…

BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Bentonville, Arkansas, is set to host the 2024 Master Bike Builders Show (MBBS) on September 14-15, promising an extraordinary weekend for cycling enthusiasts and custom bike aficionados. The event will showcase handcrafted bicycles from master builders worldwide, focusing on innovative design, craftsmanship, and the artistry of custom bike building. Held in the…

PINE BLUFF, Ark. – As summer fades into autumn, Southeast Arkansas gardeners in Zone 8 are presented with a golden opportunity to extend their growing season. The mild fall weather, with its cooler nights and shorter days, creates the perfect environment for cultivating a bountiful garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, fall…

LITTLE ROCK, AR – The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is pleased to announce that Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has officially proclaimed August as Catfish Month in Arkansas. This proclamation celebrates the significant contributions of Arkansas’s catfish industry to the state’s economy and highlights the importance of catfish farming within our agricultural sector. Today, Secretary Wes…

LITTLE ROCK — The start of a new school year typically marks the dreaded return of homework for students and parents. Brittney Schrick, extension family life specialist and associate professor for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said it’s key for parents to give children plenty of free time, manage their own expectations…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. –As hot summer temperatures return throughout the state, Entergy Arkansas is taking action to help customers save money and manage their utility bills. Entergy Arkansas is committed to helping our customers manage their usage and bills through a toolkit of savings offerings and programs. For our customers in the Little Rock area, we…

On July 12, 1998, the world bid farewell to one of the Ozarks’ most cherished folk singer-songwriters, Jimmy Driftwood. Driftwood passed away in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where he had been hospitalized, and his ashes were later scattered on his beloved farm near Timbo in Stone County. As we commemorate the 26th anniversary of his passing on…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (July 11, 2024) – July is Social Wellness Month, and good social health can play a part in improving mental health. However, forming and maintaining relationships can be challenging for those with who struggle with social anxiety and mental illnesses like depression. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) underscores the importance of having…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Entergy Arkansas customers who need help paying their summer energy bills can apply now for up to $475 through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) on a first come, first served basis.The program’s application period opens July 8 and runs through Sept. 30 or until funds are expended. LIHEAP is funded through…

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: In July, Arkansas Imagination Library and local program partners in all 75 counties will celebrate a statewide milestone: More than five million Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library books have been mailed to the homes of Arkansas children, ages 0 to 5. Charlotte R. Parham, Ed.D., Executive Director of Arkansas Imagination Library, stated, “We are…

WARREN, Ark. – As the Fourth of July is here, the City of Warren is reminding all residents to prioritize safety while celebrating Independence Day. In light of the festive activities, the city has issued a reminder about the regulations regarding fireworks within city limits. Fireworks will be permitted until midnight on July 5th, allowing…

On July 3, 1918, a four-year-old boy named Alan Ladd accidentally set fire to a shabby apartment building in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Little did anyone know that this child, who had found a box of matches to play with, would one day rise from the ashes of poverty to become one of Hollywood’s most iconic…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (June 20, 2024) – Staying hydrated is essential to maintaining health, especially during summer months. Aside from preventing dehydration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that water helps your body maintain normal temperature, facilitate joint movement and protection, protect sensitive tissues like your spinal cord and remove waste through sweat,…

The following is a press release from the U of A System Division of Agriculture: WARREN, Ark. — People are sometimes willing to pay a little more for quality, and that was certainly true at the 68th annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival, where a 20-pound box of the celebrated fruit sold for $2,050 — as…