News across Greater Little Rock
Civil Service Commission Meeting – Oct. 15
October 15, 2026
Jobless rates decline in most Arkansas metros in August
August jobless rates were lower in six of the seven metro areas in or connected to Arkansas compared with August 2025, with Northwest Arkansas having the lowest rate at 2.9%....
City of Conway Announces Openings for 2027 Boards and Commissions
The City of Conway is now accepting applications for a variety of volunteer positions on its boards and commissions for the 2027 term. This annual opportunity allows Conway residents to become more involved in local government and work alongside city officials to improve the…
UAMS Chancellor Barnes honored, discusses efforts to keep rural hospitals open
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Chancellor Dr. C. Lowry Barnes was invested Tuesday (Sept. 29) in the Harry P. Ward Chancellor’s Distinguished Chair during a ceremony that brought together...
A-State receives $2.2 million grant from National Science Foundation
Arkansas State University has received a $2.2 million award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead a multi-institutional research project to improve drought tolerance in rice and wheat, two...
North Little Rock Community Centers Closing Friday, October 2nd for Funeral
AR Careers Job Fair
Looking for your next career opportunity? Join the AR Careers Job Fair on October 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Little Rock Event Center. Meet representatives […]
Moses Tucker Partners forms new multifamily management company, Nest
Moses Tucker Partners announced Monday (Sept. 28) the launch of Nest, a multifamily management and leasing platform serving owners, investors and developers across Arkansas and the greater Mid-South. Founded by...
German F-35s to soon arrive in Fort Smith
The first F-35A fighter jet for the German Luftwaffe recently rolled off the line at Lockheed’s production plant in Fort Worth, Texas, and is one of eight jets to be...
Calvin White named A-State Chancellor; Ike Wheeler takes reins at ASU-Newport
The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees, in a special meeting Monday (Sept. 28), approved the recommendation of President Todd Shields to appoint Dr. Calvin White Jr. as chancellor...
Parts of harvest in Arkansas moving at record pace
Relatively dry weather has spurred the harvest in Arkansas to a record pace this fall and it could result in record yields for some crops such as soybeans and corn....
The Supply Side: Survey shows shift in consumer holiday shopping behavior
Research firm CensusWide, in concert with marketing firm InvoiceHome, found that shifting consumer behaviors, such as prioritizing gifts over essential household goods, are high on consumer radars heading into fall...