Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas
Sports

Arkansas among 29 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Natural State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Arkansas is one of 29 states following the order that bans biological males from playing on female sports teams.

Courtney Stecker, Chief of Staff, National Cemetery Administration
Government

VA provides 2,073 home loans in Arkansas totaling $621.5 million in Q1

Jared Wiley Director at Arkansas Department of Transportation
Business

Highway 32 near Ashdown to close temporarily for Millwood Dam inspection

John D. Anderson, Director of the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service
Schools

Screwworm detection in Texas expected to impact local cattle markets, economist says

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James A. Singleton, Sheriff of Hempstead County
Government

Hempstead County deputies recognized by KTAL News and Chevy Dealers program

Deputies Pennington and Whitney from Hempstead County Sheriff’s Office were honored by KTAL News and Chevy Dealers’ ‘Behind the Badge’ program. Sheriff James A. Singleton congratulated them for their dedication to public service.

John Boozman, U.S. Senator (AR)
Business

Senators introduce bill to adjust veterans’ benefits for cost-of-living increases

Senators have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at ensuring Department of Veterans Affairs benefits rise alongside inflation. The measure would tie annual adjustments for disability compensation and related payments directly to Social Security’s cost-of-living increases.
Dr. Anthony Graham, Chancellor of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Non-profit

UAPB podcast highlights alumni achievements in public service and education

A new episode of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s podcast spotlights alumni excelling in public service roles—including major appointments—and celebrates academic achievements such as statewide teaching honors among graduates.
John D. Anderson, Director of the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service
Schools

Arkansas 4-H inducts three Hall of Fame members and recognizes 55 Teen Stars

Three new members have been inducted into the Arkansas 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony recognizing both leadership achievements and community service among young people statewide. Fifty-five additional youths received Teen Star honors at this year’s conference.
Donnie King, Chief Executive Officer of Tyson Foods
Non-profit

Tyson Foods announces new grilling products for summer 2026

Tyson Foods has launched new grilling options from brands including Wright, Ball Park, Hillshire Farm and Tyson for summer 2026. The lineup features smoked sausages in new flavors along with limited-edition star-shaped chicken nuggets celebrating America’s anniversary.

Texarkana US Courthouse
Government

Pay.gov scheduled for maintenance outage on June 20

Pay.gov will undergo scheduled maintenance on June 20, making it unavailable for up to 12 hours. The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas advises users to complete necessary transactions in advance.
Julie Laulis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sparklight
Business

Sparklight donates $1,500 to Jackson County Animal Shelter through mobile campaign

Sparklight has donated $1,500 to the Jackson County Animal Shelter following its ‘Connect for a Cause’ campaign on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The initiative combined community giving with promotion of its new mobile service plans.
John D. Anderson, Director of the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service
Schools

Three University of Arkansas staff honored in 2026 Arkansas Press Women contest

Three staff members from the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture were recognized by this year’s Arkansas Press Women contest among more than 300 entries statewide. First-place winners will move on to compete nationally later this year.