The continued hot and dry weather has moved the region into a severe drought status.
The latest report issued by the U.S. Drought Monitor through the National Weather Service indicates the entire Arkansas and Missouri Lakes region under the severe drought with the lake of rainfall beginning to impact crops and pastures as well as water supplies.
Forecasters say that rain chances will increase in the area next week but that drought conditions are expected to continue into August.
Harrison 150 Celebration Underway
Several months of celebrating the 150 Year of the City of Harrison is underway.
UA Northark Finalizes Degree Program with UAM
A partnership announced in April gets an official kick-off last week.
Federal Officials Highlight Sleep Deficit Affecting Nearly Half of U.S. Adults
New federal health data indicates that nearly half of American adults are not getting enough sleep, raising concerns about long-term health impacts and productivity.
Cool Saturday Leads to Warm-Up Beginning Sunday
The Cool Weather left behind by the recent round of storms that struck the Lakes Region lingers one more day prior to a warm-up.
State Officials on Hand for Route 66 Centennial Kick-off, Talk 1-44 Improvements
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