As the new year approaches, Arkansans will soon see a number of laws passed by the House of Representatives and the General Assembly take effect.

What better way to kick off the most productive year of one’s lifetime to date than with a “First Day Hike” as encouraged by the Arkansas State Parks.

With the year nearing its end, it’s worth reflecting on the major pieces of education legislation that were passed this year.

The Arkansas Legislative Council and ALC subcommittees spent much of last week examining state finances and providing agency oversight.

What the Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS) would like for Christmas is a public mindful and considerate toward first responders, who, according to Monday’s press release, “face heightened levels of stress, burnout and emotional strain during this time of year.”

This weekend, Americans from coast to coast will take a brief hiatus from their beloved holiday activities.

Despite many challenges facing maternal health care, Arkansas has made progress.

I was in Little Rock this week and at the State Capitol, members of the Arkansas House of Representatives came together for an annual Christmas tradition that reflects the spirit of service at the heart of public office.

Sometimes there’s a timeless song from another era that transcends the ages and gives voice to factors that decide destinies and guide youth into a place free of regrets.

When recalling the morning of Dec. 7, 1941, U.S. Navy veteran William “Bill” Chase noted how the usual thundering of aircraft heard across Pearl Harbor from Hickam Air Base sounded different.

In 2023, the Arkansas Legislative Council set aside $200 million for the construction of a new state-of-the art, Arkansas State Crime Laboratory (ASCL).

Elkins head football coach Zach Watson noted last year Elkins played in a game that kicked off at noon and required the Elks to stay overnight in a motel.

The holidays are a special time where a mixture of memorable moments along with the hustle and bustle collide, inviting chaos, magic and more.

Arkansas’ lithium fields are not anticipated to produce until 2028. Plans are underway to process bromine deposits found in the Smackover Formation in southern Arkansas.

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are beginning to think about our shopping lists and where we’ll spend our hard-earned money. There’s no better time to support the small businesses that help make Arkansas such a vibrant place to live.

Mankind’s greatest hindrance may often be himself — that’s the underlying revelation in the 2025 Superman movie — and a good reason to consider purchasing the DVD as a Christmas gift.

With the cooler temperatures, late fall is my favorite time to work in the garden, particularly since the mosquitoes are finally gone. You may say it is too late to do much in the garden but think again. There are plenty of chores to do.

Food, football and fellowship are all hallmarks of Thanksgiving.

In July, the federal government’s passage of HR1, the Big Beautiful Bill, established the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program.

During a recent interview, Tish Wrinkle, who works as a paraprofessional at the Huntsville Career and Technical Education center, discussed possible projects for students to fulfill volunteer requirements.