Christian Liden Finds a Two-Carat Diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park

 It’s thrilling when hard work pays off. For years, 26-year-old Christian Liden, of Poulsbo, Wash., has wanted to find the raw materials to make his own engagement ring. He started by panning for gold around his home state. After five years, he had accumulated enough for the ring. Liden recently … [Read more...]

National Craft and Home Decor Retailer Prepares for the Opening of its New Store in Batesville, Arkansas

Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., a privately held national retail chain of craft and home decor stores, is set to open a new store in Batesville, Arkansas. Construction and renovations have begun on this 55,000 square-foot building formerly occupied by Walmart, at Harrison and South 20th Streets. This … [Read more...]

Five Things To Do in Arkansas This Weekend

Looking for some fun activities for the whole family to enjoy? Here's five events that may catch your interest: The 2nd Annual Hunger Run 5k will be held in Clinton this weekend. Read more here! The Peter and The Wolf Performance will be held at UCA in Conway. Read further details here. 3rd … [Read more...]

Lt. Governor Darr Hosts National Lieutenant Governors Association Annual Execute Committee Meeting in Arkansas

Arkansas Lieutenant Governor Darr is hosting a dozen of his colleagues to examine economic development and public safety opportunities available toArkansas.  Lieutenant Governor Darr is hosting the Executive Committee meeting in Little Rock, Arkansas, November 20 – 22, 2013. Speakers at the meeting … [Read more...]

Winter Weather Road Conditions and Resources for Arkansas

  As freezing rain, sleet and snow continue to move across the state, it's important to know whether it's safe to travel in your area. Always follow precautions and heed road hazard information We have a variety of links to help you with hazardous road conditions, school & business … [Read more...]

French Hill Announces for U.S. House of Representatives in District 2, Arkansas

Little Rock businessman and civic leader, French Hill, 56, announced today that he is running for U.S. House of Representatives in District 2, Arkansas, the seat being vacated by Rep. Tim Griffin. French Hill called Congressman Griffin to notify him of his decision to run and is filing his paperwork … [Read more...]

50th Reunion – National Guard 172nd Engineers Activated to serve in Fort Bragg North Carolina

 50th Reunion - National Guard 172nd Engineers Activated to serve in Fort Bragg North Carolina. All members and family are invited to attend the 50th Reunion of the 172nd Engineers who were activated to serve at Fort Bragg North Carolina. Date: Sunday September 25th Place: Pavilion on … [Read more...]

Finals & Schedule for the Arkansas State Basketball Tournament

Finals & Schedule for the Arkansas State Basketball Tournament and scores from the State Tournament on the Road to the Championship. Finals & Schedule THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 2011 #1 Class 4A Girls 3:30 p.m. – Prairie Grove vs. Shiloh Christian #2 Class 1A Boys 5:15 p.m. – Bay vs. … [Read more...]

2011 State Basketball Tournament Scores & Championship Schedule

Scores for the 2011 State Basketball Tournaments Class 7A At Rogers Heritage High School Girls First Round Wednesday’s Games FS Southside 54, LR Central 42 LR Hall 63, Bentonville 49 Conway 75, Springdale Har-Ber 59 Thursday’s Games Rogers 65, Bryant 46 Quarterfinal Round Thursday’s Games North … [Read more...]

Arkansas State Tournament Basketball Pairings 2011

2011 State Basketball Tournaments Class 7A At Rogers Heritage High School Girls First Round Wednesday’s Games 1:00 p.m. – FS Southside 4W vs. LR Central 5C 4:00 p.m. – LR Hall 3C vs. Bentonville 6W 7:00 p.m. – Conway 4C vs. Springdale Har-Ber 5W Thursday’s Games 1:00 p.m. – Rogers 3W vs. … [Read more...]