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Crews will convert two lanes to four and activate a new traffic signal on State Route 15 in Union County on Jan. 19, marking the final phase of the highway project.

Gusty southwest winds will lift temperatures into the upper 40s and 50s, but cooler weather is on the way.

Eastern Arkansas has experienced the reemergence of extreme drought conditions due to minimal rainfall, but forecast models predict improvement by late April.

State Auditor Shad White spoke with students at Corinth High School about the functions of the State Auditor’s Office and college football.

Rain chances increase as a cold front approaches, with light precipitation and possible snow flurries. No significant impacts are anticipated.

Temperatures will increase slightly on Friday before a cold air mass moves into the region this weekend, meteorologists say.

The NEMCC Adult Education team attended an AI workshop led by Dr. Jonathan Barlow to learn about integrating artificial intelligence into education and research.

Three individuals pleaded guilty to drug-related charges and received lengthy sentences in Prentiss County Circuit Court, according to prosecutors.

A cold front is passing through the region, leading to colder temperatures and wind chills in the low teens and 20s. Temperatures will stay cool into tomorrow afternoon.

The Ripley Police Department is now accepting applications for police officer positions through Jan. 30. Applicants must meet certain requirements.