PITTSBURGH — U.S. Steel shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the company’s sale to Nippon Steel of Japan for $14.1 billion in cash, voicing unequivocal support for a combination that has drawn opposition from the Biden administration on economic and national security grounds. more

LITTLE ROCK — The US Department of Transportation’s National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is teaming up with Arkansas law enforcement to urge drivers to stay sober behind the wheel. This upcoming Saturday, April 20, marks the unofficial marijuana “holiday,” and there will likely be an increase in marijuana use. Marijuana laws are changing constantly across the country, but one thing remains: Impaired driving is illegal and deadly. NHTSA is reminding all drivers: If You Feel Different, You Drive Different. Drive High, Get a DWI. more

The Boone County Cattlemen’s Association held its March meeting on the 14th at the John Paul Hammerschmidt Center of North Arkansas College. The meeting was called to order by President John Muncy, who then led the Pledge of Allegiance. Dale Crunkelton led the prayer. There were 45 members and guests in attendance. They enjoyed a meal of brisket, cole slaw, ranch beans, potato salad, bread, assorted cookies, soft drinks, and water. The meeting was sponsored by WT Equipment in Berryville. more

The statewide gas price average in Arkansas was $3.19 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, according to the AAA Arkansas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is two cents more compared to that day last week and flat compared to that day last year. more

Green Forest's Kids With Character theme for March was Sportsmanship. Students in Grades K–5 received certificates honoring their demonstration of good sportsmanship. more

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the “Eclipse on the Street” last Monday. I hope everyone enjoyed the view. Thank you to our vendors for helping us make the event a hit. Thank you to everyone who came to the Friends of the Library Book Sale! more

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The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) reported 114 influenza-related deaths in the 2023-24 flu season, including 1 pediatric death. It also reports 3 out of 13 activity level for influenza-like-illness. more

Findings from a new study by public health researchers at the University of Arkansas suggest that people older than 50 might want to consult a doctor before taking up pickleball, the tennis-like sport that has grown in popularity over the past few years. more

The statewide gas price average in Arkansas was $3.24 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, according to the AAA Arkansas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is five cents more compared to that day last week and flat compared to that day last year. more

Greetings from Capps. As of this writing on Wednesday evening, we're getting quite a substantial amount of much needed rain. That should help green things up some more and lessen the fire danger. more

This Saturday evening, VFW Post 10417 Awards Banquet takes place 6 p.m. in the Lead Hill School cafeteria. Scholarships will be awarded to the Patriots Pen Essay and Patriotic 3D Art contest winners. Come out and enjoy our talented students and more. Dinner is Free and served at 6 p.m. Program starts at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. more

That was exciting to see on Monday April 8. We sat outside to watch the moon to cover the sun. We only got 97% but I had a good seat in my front yard with my glass of ice. I have been losing weight that way. It was great to see it and to have in your front yard than to have a lot of people traveling to see it. more

The Downtown Harrison Revitalization Public Forum will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 6-7:30 p.m. more

This week, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders started her first state of the state address by saying, “Last year, I made promises. This year, I’m reporting results.” more

MALVERN — As a result of an ASP Criminal Investigation Division probe, Hot Spring County Sheriff Derek Scott Finkbeiner was charged on Wednesday, April 10, with misdemeanor sexual solicitation and felony unauthorized use of the Arkansas Crime Information Center. He surrendered to the Hot Spring County Detention Center. more

Mayor Jerry Jackson told the audience at the City Council Committee meeting Thursday night that there had been no problems during the eclipse. Then, for emphasis, he repeated, “No problems at all.” more

The Marion County Sheriff's office has reported that at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 12, Marion County deputies were dispatched to the Welcome Ridge boat launch area in northern Marion County after area residents located the body of an unidentified white female, floating just offshore in Bull Shoals Lake. more

The northbound lane of N. Main St. between E. Ridge Avenue and E. Prospect is closed for water leak repairs till 3:00 pm. Thursday, April 11. The water leak repairs are being made by the Harrison Water Department workers. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO / LEE H. DUNLAP more

Arkansas lawmakers are convening at the Capitol and their top agenda item is taking up Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders' $6.3 billion proposed budget for the coming year. more