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Arkansas Gas Prices are Dropping Just in Time for Labor Day Weekend
Many Americans will be hitting the road this Labor Day weekend for one last summer outing as the season comes to a close. If you are planning on traveling to Arkansas gas prices are coming down just in time for the long Labor Day holiday weekend. According to a report...
Arkansas initiative advances organic farming, diversity
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — With U.S. organic food sales topping $63 billion last year, the Center for Arkansas Farms and Food wants to help Arkansas farmers grab a larger share of that market. Arkansas has 107 certified organic farms, most of which are poultry or egg operations, with 19 fruit...
CDC reports two cases of West Nile virus in Arkansas this year
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The U.S. Center for Disease Prevention Control (CDC) confirmed that Arkansas has had two reported cases of the West Nile virus in 2024. The West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne disease that can be potentially serious. Symptoms can include fever, headache, body aches, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash, however, 8 in 10 people do not develop them.
Parts of Central Arkansas under an air quality advisory | What to know
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Monday, officials with the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment issued an Ozone Action Advisory for some parts of Central Arkansas. According to the agencies, ozone action days are public awareness days that are aimed at informing the community about potential harmful ground-level pollution.
Arkansas pharmacies dealing with nationwide shortage of ADHD drugs
ARKANSAS, USA — Pharmacies in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley continue to feel the effects of a nationwide shortage of the drugs used to treat ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). The shortage has been ongoing since 2022. The need for the medications is top of mind for some...
Operation BRIGHT identifies 79 trafficking victims, offers extensive support services
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Arkansas State Police (ASP) launched a human trafficking operation named Operation BRIGHT (Bringing Rescue and Intervention to Give Hope and Triumph), in which 16 adults believed to be victims of human trafficking were offered services, with another 79 local victims being identified. One suspected trafficker...
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