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Groundwater withdrawals remain unsustainable, farmers digging deeper

MORRILTON, Ark. — The conclusion of Tuesday’s Groundwater Summit in Morrilton was that farmers are digging deeper for water. The state’s annual groundwater report in July had noted declining water levels in some areas of the state’s two largest aquifers, the Mississippi River Valley Alluvial and the Sparta Alluvial.

Morrilton, AR · 1d
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State Chamber chief says Baxter County’s low workforce participation is an opportunity, not a problem

Fewer than 44 out of every 100 working-age Baxter County residents hold a job or are looking for one, and the head of the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce told a Mountain Home audience Monday that number should catch the eye of any employer looking to expand. “This is a...

Baxter County, AR · 3d
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Generations Later, Construction Firms Still Carry Family Name, Values

For those with their name above the door, owning a construction company is more than just a job. Each project represents another step toward building a reputation, each handshake a chance to be an even greater part of the community and each name on payroll a family depending on the company to succeed.

Conway, AR · 18h
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Five employees fired amid Arkansas Department of Commerce investigation into alleged fraud in Rehabilitation Services Division

The Arkansas Department of Commerce fired five employees following an investigation into alleged fraud, conflicts of interest, and improper benefit distribution within the Arkansas Rehabilitation Services Division.

Arkansas · 3d

FOX 16 News

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Arkansas students, city officials, workers facing impacts of Microsoft outages

More than 100,000 Microsoft users are battling outages limiting access to Outlook and 365 for the better part of Thursday, for many, it was a significant nuisance.

Little Rock, AR · 11h

magnoliareporter.com

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South Arkansas bankruptcies for the week ended Tuesday, November 3, 2026

South Arkansas bankruptcies listed by county for the week ended Tuesday, November 3, 2026, according to the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Arkansas. Columbia. Wilbert M. Shaw, P.O. Box 453, McNeil; Chapter 13; bankruptcy filed October 21, 2026. Heath Parham and Stacy Parham, 1260 Columbia Road...

South Arkansas, AR · 2d

mindfullyamerican.com

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6 Things Arkansans Remember About Walton’s 5&10 Before Walmart Took Over

The floor at Walton’s 5&10 had red and green tiles that didn’t match. It’s one of the small details from the dime store where Walton got his start. Here’s what Arkansans remember about Walton’s 5&10 before Walmart took over. 1. The Harrison Variety Store. Sam...

Bentonville, AR · 1d

talkbusiness.net

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The Supply Side: Arkansas couple ink a ‘Golden’ mix deal with Walmart

Evan and Beth Luter of Corning (Clay County) are seeing their dreams come true after pitching their Nona Belle’s Golden Fry breading mix to Walmart buyers at the retail giant’s Open Call event Oct. 7. They were one of 120 companies meeting with buyers, and the only one based in Arkansas.

Corning, AR · 3d

Stuttgart Daily Leader

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Entergy Arkansas encourages customers to prepare homes, communities for fall safety

LITTLE ROCK — As temperatures begin to cool and daylight hours grow shorter, Entergy Arkansas is encouraging customers to take a few simple steps to prepare their homes and communities for the fall season. From making sure heating equipment is ready for colder weather to reporting streetlights that are...

Arkansas · 1d

The Cool Down

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Arkansas farm bankruptcy filings reach 32 in 9 months, nearly matching all of 2025

"Solar is sounding real good though, they are paying WELL."

Arkansas · 18h

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Local Political Science Professor Says Voters are Reacting to the Economy, Not Embracing Democrats

During the midterms last week Democrats took party control in congress. Meanwhile in Arkansas, Republicans maintained control of major statewide offices, including the Governor's office and the U.S. Senate seat. Dr. Cameron Wimpy is a professor and the chair of the Department of Government, Law, and Policy, as well as the director of the Institute for Rural Initiatives at A-State. He said while statewide races were closer than they have been, the decisions voters made is more of a reaction to current policies, the economy, and the war in Iran rather than an embracing of Democrats.

Arkansas · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

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10 Old-Fashioned Arkansas Craft Shops Where Makers Still Find Supplies The Big Chains Stopped Carrying

One Arkansas quilt shop sits out in the country next to a log house from the early 1800s. Another stocks around 20,000 yards of fabric in a small Ozark town. I love that kind of surprise. These shops carry the stuff that keeps vanishing from big-box aisles. I’m talking hand-dyed...

Arkansas · 19h

armoneyandpolitics.com

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AMP 2026 Women in AEC

November’s focus on architecture, engineering and construction gives Arkansas Money & Politics an opportunity to recognize prominent women in fields that have traditionally been male dominated. These Arkansas professionals are proving that women can thrive in these industries, whether their role is on a jobsite or behind a desk.

Arkansas · 18h

newsfromthestates.com

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UPDATED: Public Service Commission approves NorthWestern Energy, Black Hills Corp merger

The Montana Public Service Commission approved the $15.4 billion NorthWestern Energy and Black Hills Corp. merger on Tuesday. The new company, once merged, will serve 2.1 million electric and natural gas customers in Montana, Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Nebraska and Wyoming. In a split vote, the PSC supported...

Montana · 2d

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New energy navigator aims to cut utility costs for ALICE households

An estimated 43% of Arkansas households are below the ALICE threshold. ALICE is the acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. ALICE households and families have incomes above the federal poverty level, but not enough money to afford basic expenses in the county where they live. April Ambrose, director of workforce development with Arkansas Advanced Energy Foundation, says energy costs can be a huge hurdle for getting above the ALICE threshold.

Arkansas · 19h

arkansasradio.com

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Entergy Arkansas, Google Announce $500 Million in New Savings

Entergy Arkansas says an expanded partnership with Google involving the company’s massive West Memphis data center campus is expected to deliver at least $500 million in additional savings to electric customers, bringing total projected customer benefits to more than $2.1 billion over 20 years. The agreement could benefit approximately...

Arkansas · 16h

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USDA gives Arkansas corn, soybeans, peanuts yield downward revision, but still expects records

Arkansas’ cotton harvest should wind up by week’s end, said Extension Cotton Agronomist Zachary Treadway. Taken Nov. 8, 2026. UADA image. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has revised estimated yields for Arkansas corn, soybeans and peanuts downward, but was still expecting record state yields for corn and soybeans.

Arkansas · 17h

Arkansas Delta Informer

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Simmons Bank Names Two Executives to Lead Innovation, Customer Service and Growth Efforts

CEO Brogdon strengthens executive team since assuming top post for fast-growing Arkansas regional bank By...

Pine Bluff, AR · 1d

KARK 4 News

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Entergy Arkansas prepares for winter weather with storm response training

More than 150 Entergy Arkansas employees completed storm response training exercises to prepare for potential winter weather across the state.

Arkansas · 1d

magnoliareporter.com

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South Arkansas bankruptcies by county for the week ended Tuesday, November 10, 2026

South Arkansas bankruptcies listed by county for the week ended Tuesday, November 10, 2026, according to the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Arkansas. Lafayette. Tina Benson, Box 14, Stamps; Chapter 13; bankruptcy filed November 2, 2026. Elizabeth Lewis, 448 Persimmon St, Stamps; Chapter 13; bankruptcy filed...

South Arkansas, AR · 23h