Good morning, Little Rock.

The Little Rock Compassion Center is running low on food supplies as it continues to serve about 600+ meals daily.

Officials say donations of canned goods and nonperishables must be dropped off at 3618 Roosevelt Road to keep the pantry open amid rising need.

The Arkansas Economic Development Commission opened the third round of its Site Development Program on Thursday and invited proposals for industrial site improvements that create jobs; intent to apply is due by Sept.

30 and full applications must be submitted by Nov. 6.

Arkansas agronomists report the corn harvest is 42% complete as warm early planting boosted progress; however, heavy rain may damage crops in parts of the Arkansas River Valley — strong rice yields are emerging with 16% harvested so far and USDA forecasts remain promising.

Governor Sanders today launched the 'My Natural State Story' essay contest to engage students statewide in sharing their views on local nature — the contest invites essays that highlight the state's natural heritage.

Dallas-based Landes Group acquired the Encore Medical Center in Bryant and signed a long-term lease with UAMS.

UAMS will start paying about $8.1 million in rent in January and take over the 108,055 sqft facility from Arkansas Heart Hospital on Oct. 1.

Arkansas football players Caleb Wooden & Sean Williams were granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA in Washington County Circuit Court, allowing them to compete this season; a hearing will be held on Sept.

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Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield recalled turning down assistant coaching offers from Nick Saban, Mike Vrabel and Les Miles after the 2018 season during a luncheon yesterday in Springdale.

He said his hardships (like living under a gym floor) helped him value staying with the team.