Midwest economy shows manufacturing expansion, but worries hurt business confidence | State and…
A monthly survey of business leaders in nine Midwestern and Plains states, including North Dakota, shows healthy manufacturing growth but also lagging optimism due in part to Ukraine's invasion by Russia.Creighton…
Northwest Arkansas braces for potentially severe weather
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) - With several days of severe weather in the forecast, emergency officials and responders say you and your family should make a plan now in case the worst happens to your neighborhood.
"It doesn't…
Does the drop in Dow Transport tell us anything?
The link between the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the more familiar Dow Jones Industrial Average is as old as the hills. If the indices move up in tandem, the US economy is seen to be doing well because industry is…
Arkansas’ only national park is a popular destination (literally
Hot Springs National Park may be the smallest national park in the United States, but it's great for relaxation. It is a spa town, after all. There's always a warm welcome to this Arkansas destination, literally.
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Envirotech completes first vehicle in manufacturing in Arkansas
Envirotech Vehicles, the only automaker operating in Arkansas, hosted an event to commemorate the completion of its first transportation vehicle.
ARKANSAS, USA - Vehicles are finally rolling off the assembly lines in…
Little Rock key to facilitating Indian Removal Act, says historian as part of ‘Little…
Little Rock served as a major economic and administrative center for the movement of Indians west of the Mississippi River, said Daniel Littlefield, director of the Sequoyah National Research Center at the University of Arkansas at…
Drew Sanders and Taurean Carter talk Arkansas defense
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas' defense lost some key players last season, but they also have several ready to fill those positions.
Among them are redshirt junior Taurean Carter and Alabama transfer junior linebacker Drew Sanders.…
Terry Wallis, Arkansas man who woke up from 19-year-old coma and said “Mom”, dies at 57
(NEXSTAR) - An Arkansas man whose story made national headlines when he regained consciousness after nearly two decades in a coma has died at the age of 57, according to his obituary.
A car accident in 1984 left Terry Wayne Wallis…
Arkansas’ Richest Billionaires | KTALnews.com
(STACKER) The first billionaire of all time is thought to be Standard Oil tycoon John D. Rockefeller in 1916, or possibly Henry Ford in 1925. Fast forward some 100 years to 2021: while the COVID-19 pandemic continued to rage, a…
Compare Music City to other cities
Achintya Ray, Ph.D., is a professor of economics in the College of Business at Tennessee State University.According to Federal Reserve economic data, the gross domestic product (GDP) of Nashville, Davidson, Murfreesboro, and Franklin, TN…
NWA commercial real estate vacancy hits lowest level in 11 years
Northwest Arkansas commercial real estate hit a new low - the lowest vacancy rate (8.3%) since at least 2005.The figure comes from the Skyline business report released on Tuesday. The residential report came out in March.Why is this…
EU proposes Russian coal ban
BRUSSELS – The European Union executive on Tuesday proposed a ban on coal imports from Russia in what would be the first EU sanctions targeting the country's lucrative energy industry over its war. in Ukraine.European Commission…
From Hunter Yurachek’s desk: April 5
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April 5, 2022
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Sweet Sixteen and BeyondWhat a great time to be a Razorback! Our programs have been on…
Northwest Arkansas ranks no. 21 for the most dynamic American metros
Data: Heartland Forward's Hottest Subways Report; Map: Baidi Wang/AxiosThe most economically vibrant metros have diverse industries, a mix of young and old businesses, and fun things to do, a report released today by Heartland Striker…
Arkansas governor pushes for expansion of parole supervision
This increase in violent crime prompted the governor to announce "an expansion of the Intensive Supervision Program."
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — More than a month after his last in-person address on Capitol Hill, Gov. Asa…
Esse Purse Museum sheds light on women’s rights
Gender and politics share the spotlight in the Esse Purse Museum's latest special exhibition, which continues to explore topics that go beyond the fashion accessory inscribed in its name."Votes for All Women: The Fight for Equal Rights,"…
Threat of Severe Thunderstorm Overnight for Northwest Arkansas
Chief Meteorologist Dan Skoff breaks down threats and timeline
Convective Outlook for Day 1 issued 3:00 p.m. CDT April 5, 2022
A powerful system will cut through northwest Arkansas which could bring severe storms as a cold…
Arkansas man who woke up from 19-year-old coma dies at 57
(NEXSTAR) - An Arkansas man whose story made national headlines when he regained consciousness after nearly two decades in a coma has died at the age of 57, according to his obituary.
A car accident in 1984 left Terry Wayne Wallis…
Best Public High Schools in Arkansas
As filmmaker and writer Nora Ephron said in a 1996 commencement address at Wellesley College, "Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours." If so, high school may be one of the biggest dress rehearsals of all.…
UN warns Earth ‘firmly on course towards an unlivable world’
BERLIN — Temperatures on Earth will exceed a key danger point unless greenhouse gas emissions fall faster than countries have pledged, the world's top body of climate scientists said on Monday, warning consequences of inaction but also…
HawgSports Live: Buying Stock in Arkansas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQVwzjpgO4YFor years, the national media has told Arkansas fans where they belong, what their limitations are, and what they should be happy with as a sports program. The Razorbacks seem to be building…
Suspect killed in shooting that injured Arkansas sheriff, officials say – FOX13 News Memphis
WYNNE, Ark. - Two people are dead and two are injured after a shooting and separate shootout with law enforcement in Arkansas.Cross County Sheriff David West was shot in the arm during the shooting, according to Wynne Police Chief Richard…
Strong storms will impact southern Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - After what was a beautiful spring weekend, we are already tracking our next chance for severe weather. A storm system will bring showers and thunderstorms to Arkansas Monday evening through Tuesday morning.…
Sri Lankan curfew aims to curb protests
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka has imposed a nationwide curfew from Saturday night to Monday morning, in addition to the president's declared state of emergency, in a bid to prevent further protests blaming the government from the…
REX NELSON: The Rockefeller of Arkansas
In 2009, historian John Kirk found himself a scholar-in-residence at the Rockefeller Archive Center in Sleepy Hollow, NY."The RAC is a wonderful place to work for many reasons, including its beautiful setting, its consistently…
French Hill: Hypocrite of the Day
You have to laugh at Rep. French Hill's Republican the introduction of legislation "is not going anywhere" to resume federal rent assistance money the Biden administration clawed back states like Arkansas.…
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Reception of refugeesWhen I see immigrants living under a bridge, sleeping on the ground in makeshift tents, I see adults looking for work and children who should be in school. Leslie Rutledge went to Texas and said the immigrants were…
Lemonis Arkansas Media Q&A
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Mississippi State baseball coach Chris Lemonis speaks to the media after the Bulldogs' 8-1 loss to Arkansas. The transcript follows:
Question: Do…
As Biden pleads for more Covid aid, states are flooded with federal dollars
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Gov. Andy Beshear has been doling out oversized checks in his state in recent weeks, handing them out to city and county officials for desperately needed water improvements.The small town of Mortons Gap got $109,000 to…
Arkansas Cinema Society to Screen To The Stars at Thaden School
The special screening of "To The Stars" will take place on April 1 at 6:30 p.m. at Thaden School in Bentonville. It's free and open to the public.
BENTONVILLE, Ark. - As part of the Arkansas Filmmaker Spotlight…
Arkansas, Mississippi State The results were mysterious
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas and Mississippi State have been among the best teams in the SEC most seasons, but when the two play, the results are a bit of a mystery.
The two teams meet this weekend at Baum-Walker Stadium and the last…
Arkansas woman worried after alleged racist threats
TRUMANN, Ark. - - A woman from Trumann, Arkansas, says she experiences ongoing racism.
The latest incident happened on Friday afternoon when Nedra Cook said her neighbor, Steve Howard Jr., arrived and pointed a gun at her.…
Topgolf Live comes to Razorback Stadium
Fayetteville, Ark. – Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium will host the Topgolf Live Stadium Tour on May 5-8.
Topgolf Live brings an immersive golf experience to some of the country's most iconic venues. Players enjoy a unique…
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Arkansas’ Richest Billionaires
The first billionaire of all time is thought to be Standard Oil tycoon John D. Rockefeller in 1916, or possibly Henry Ford in 1925. Fast forward roughly 100 years to 2021: as the pandemic of COVID-19 continued to rage, a…
Biden plans to tap oil reserves to control gas prices
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is preparing to order the release of up to 1 million barrels of oil a day from the country's Strategic Petroleum Reserve, according to two people familiar with the decision, in an effort to control oil…
Delta Dirt Distillery builds on family farm heritage
HArvey and Donna Williams and their three adult children are building on a family heritage in the Arkansas Delta. The family founded Delta Dirt Distillery in Helena-West Helena in 2017, opening its doors to the public in April of last…
Update: Arkansas high school caught fire, school turns to online learning
WARREN, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) – According to the Warren School District, students and faculty are transitioning to Alternative Teaching Methods, AMI, on Thursday, March 31, 2022, and continuing until further notice.
On Wednesday,…
SWEPCO works to restore power in Northwest Arkansas
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS (KNWA/KFTA) — UPDATE: As of 6:40 a.m. Thursday, March 31, more than 1,000 consumers were still without power in Washington County, according to a SWEPCO map.
Specifically, the map shows the area of Old…
Report says electric vehicles could save billions in healthcare costs in Arkansas
A new report from the American Lung Association indicates that fully transitioning to electric vehicles over the next 20 years could save Arkansans more than $9 billion in medical costs by 2050.The…
Storms cause power outages in northwest Arkansas.
SWEPCO reports more than 25 utility poles and power lines snapping ties and Verizon also reports service outages caused by storms.
SPRINGDALE, Ark. - Thousands of people were without power on Wednesday, March 30, after…
Tornado in northwest Arkansas injures 7, destroys part of school
At least seven people were injured, two seriously, when a tornado touched down in northwest Arkansas early Wednesday morning, damaging buildings, knocking out power and displacing residents, officials said. .A National Weather Service team…
Several injured after possible tornado hits Arkansas; The Great South prepares for storms
SPRINGDALE, Arkansas – Severe storms and a possible tornado damaged buildings and destroyed power lines in northwest Arkansas early Wednesday as tornadoes and hurricane-force winds were forecast for much of the Deep South , a week after…
ARDOT is committed to making progress toward four-laning State Highway 412
MOUNTAIN HOME, Ark. (KY3) – The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has announced that it will focus its plans on improving US 412 in northern Arkansas with the ultimate goal of a four-lane highway.North central Arkansas elected…
After mass shooting, Arkansas town struggles to move forward
DUMAS, Ark. - The small town of empty storefronts and vacant land that is Dumas, Ark., has seen its population steadily depleted over the decades. But each spring, the people of the Diaspora took two-lane country roads, crossing cotton…
Arkansas Tourism Ticker: Tourism industry shows broad rebound after pandemic disruption
Arkansas' 2% resort tax set a new record in 2021, and overall hospitality tax receipts in 17 cities surveyed for the Arkansas Tourism Ticker set a new record, but the number of jobs and hotel tax revenue are lagging behind the…
Breaking: LRPD heard on two homicides. In short.
A man was shot dead outside Pizza D'Action on West Markham at Stifft Station shortly after midnight on Friday.
A few minutes ago I received a press release from the Little Rock Police Department about the shooting, the first official…
Arkansas lawmakers discuss prison overcrowding problems and solutions
THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES ARE OVER-CLOSED, WHICH MEANS MORE OF THESE STATE PRISONERS ARE DETAINED IN OUR LOCAL COUNTY HOLDS. UNTIL SPACE FREES UP. TODAY LEGISLATIVE HEARED…
Arkansas daycare worker accused of repeatedly pushing 4-year-old girl
An Arkansas daycare worker has been charged with assault and the state's Department of Human Services has launched an investigation after video emerged showing the employee pushing a 4-year-old girl repeatedly, reports officials…
Roll By No. 38 Alabama women’s tennis with four singles wins
Victoria Guerra
March 27, 2022
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama – The No. 33 University of Arkansas women's tennis team closed out the weekend…
Little Rock Airport holds firm despite ongoing pandemic disruptions
The state's largest airport has emerged relatively unscathed from the pandemic, but it will continue to face challenges adding or maintaining air service as the nation's airlines face pilot and aircraft shortages , the inability of…
State tourism experiences an economic rebound
LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas' tourism industry is recovering from the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Based on collections of the 2% state tourism tax, the industry is now surpassing pre-pandemic levels of economic activity.…
Duke defeats Arkansas as Coach K advances to one final Final Four
San Francisco Mike Krzyzewski's latest tour added one last stop on the bayou. No. 9 Duke defeated No. 17 Arkansas, 78-69, in the Western Regional Final of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday night at Chase Center, sending the Blue…
Can the Arkansas Razorbacks repeat history as they lead the way to the national championship?
On paper, there are a lot of similarities between Arkansas and Duke this season.Duke beat Kentucky and Gonzaga early in the season. Arkansas beat Kentucky and Gonzaga last month.Nelson Chenault - USA TODAY - SportsDuke lost a key!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Rice to speak at Civil War club meeting in Bella Vista
BELLA VISTA — Maylon Rice will present a program titled "The Postwar Political and Economic Consequences of the Civil War in Arkansas State Government" at the Bella Vista Museum on April 7, according to an announcement from the Bella…
Wilson wins Texas Relays 400m hurdles title with one meet and school record
Shawn Price
March 25, 2022
AUSTIN, TX - Razorback sophomore Britton Wilson delivered an encore performance by winning the 400m…
Can Arkansas do it again, or does Duke have what it takes to make the Final Four? Shooters –…
Greetings to all, on this wonderful Sweet 16/Elite Eight weekend.For those in the know, Brian Hamilton and I often wander into this space in Shot Takers, but since Brian is in Chicago and I'm in San Francisco,…
Arkansas unemployment rate hits record high; the size of the labor force remains low
All major employment sectors in Arkansas saw job gains in February, with the state's unemployment rate setting a new record high of 3.1%, up from 4.8% in February 2021. However, Arkansas' workforce remains well below pre-pandemic…
Bridging the Broadband Gap in Arkansas
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) – Being online is essential to being able to participate fully in society in 2022, but people living in rural Arkansas are disproportionately disconnected from this opportunity.
Lawmakers at the…
Arkansas State Trooper named National Trooper of the Year, for the first time in 25 years – FOX13…
WATCH: Arkansas State Trooper awarded National Trooper of the Year, for the first time in 25 years MEMPHIS, Tenn. - An Arkansas State Trooper has been named National Soldier of the Year, for the first time in 25 years.The prestigious award…
North Dakota man last located in Arkansas still missing after nearly 3 weeks
MAUMELLE, Ark. - Pulaski County deputies say they are searching for a missing North Dakota man who was last seen in Arkansas.
According to the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, 25-year-old Jordan Ross Simeon was last seen March 7…
Duke vs Arkansas, ACC vs SEC: NCAA Tournament Elite 8 Game
San Francisco The last time Duke and Arkansas faced off on the basketball court, Scotty Thurman rained down a 3-pointer that broke the hearts of the Blue Devils and led the Razorbacks to their first, and so far only, championship.…
Gonzaga vs. Arkansas score: No. 1-seeded Zags fall short of title again in upset Sweet 16 loss to…
The betting favorite to win the NCAA Tournament was eliminated from March Madness after Gonzaga, the No. 1 seed overall, fell to No. 4 Arkansas 74-68 on Thursday in…
Tennessee Senate passes bill to limit local opinion on pipelines
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Tennessee Senate has passed a bill that would largely remove the ability of local governments to shut down oil and gas pipelines and other fossil fuel infrastructure projects if they don't want them in their…
Northwest Arkansas braces for Ukrainian refugees
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Canopy NWA, a local resettlement organization, is ready to welcome Ukrainian refugees.
Executive Director Joanna Krause said there are still a lot of unknowns when it comes to resettling…
10 must-visit NWA restaurants for newcomers
An estimated 30 people move through the area each day, and we thought we'd accommodate those newbies by giving them the inside scoop on where the NWA natives have been eating all this time.To note : Here is a list of places familiar to…
Social media reacts to Arkansas’ upset victory over Gonzaga in Sweet Sixteen
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. "The Hogs are the elite again!"
Arkansas pulled off the massive upset against top-ranked Gonzaga in the Sweet 16 in San Francisco, beating the Bulldogs 74-68 to advance to the Elite 8 for the second…
Local News: Economic Task Force Considers ‘Unique’ Growth Strategies (3/24/22)
Eureka Springs is unique in many ways and should approach economic development a little differently than other communities in the state.
It was one of the main opinions shared at the March 16 meeting of the Mayor's Task Force on Economic…
94th Texas Relays kicks off outdoor season for Razorbacks
AUSTIN, Texas – Part of the Razorback team will open the outdoor season at 94and The Texas Relays were held at Mike A. Myers Stadium Thursday through Saturday March 24-26.
Arkansas sprinters, hurdlers and jumpers are entered in the…
Peterson aims to make a difference to the status quo
Editor's Note: Doug Peterson is the Libertarian candidate for State Senate District 35. Three Republican candidates, Tyler Dees, Gayla Hendren-McKenzie and Jeff Tennant, are running in the primary election to be held on May 24. The…
Teach Arkansas Initiative Solves Teacher Shortage
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Elementary and Secondary Education Division of the Arkansas Department of Education has changed its name and is launching the Teach Arkansas campaign.
Teach Arkansas will provide current and…
HEATING: Here’s when Arkansas will see 80°!
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Despite the cold forecast for Wednesday and Thursday, there are warmer days around the corner! We are now entering the spring months where temperatures in the 70s and 80s are much more common.
You will start…
‘Miracle Brand’; Arkansas man shares his 15-month battle with COVID-19, complications
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – In two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has claimed the lives of more than 6,000,000 people worldwide.
Marc Schlesinger should were part of this statistic. After being diagnosed with the virus at the height of…
Avian flu state of emergency now established in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) - Although there have been confirmed cases of bird flu in regional states, agriculture officials in Arkansas said Wednesday they hoped an emergency rule put in place spot earlier this month would help avert cases…
Here, there and everywhere Arkansas Razorbacks | KLRT
FAYETTEVILLE — It's spring break at the University of Arkansas, but don't for a minute think that means sports are on hiatus.
Spring football is, but basketball is still rolling while baseball has won 11 in a row and looks like…
Stephen Steed, journalist and editor of the Democrat-Gazette, dies at 62 | Arkansas Business News
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Stephen Steed, a longtime Arkansas journalist who has built a reputation for skillful…
Arkansas has 6th-worst taxpayer return on investment, study finds
ARKANSAS (KNWA/KFTA) – Tax Day is approaching on April 18 and 44 million Americans expect to pay this year's taxes late due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To coordinate, WalletHub released its report on the states with the best and…