By Rebekah HallUniversity of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — Though it can be tempting to buy inexpensive clothes from fast fashion retailers during the back-to-school shopping season, an extension expert suggests visiting thrift stores and preserving your existing wardrobe instead. “Fast fashion is a business model where clothing brands quickly mass-produce inexpensive, trendy…
Today, the United States turns 250 years old. That is a birthday worth celebrating. It is worth celebrating with flags on porches, red, white and blue shirts, fireworks after dark, families gathered in backyards and somebody standing over a grill acting like the fate of the republic depends on getting the burgers right. It is…
LITTLE ROCK — Though diet alone cannot prevent the onset of dementia, choosing heart-healthy foods — such as leafy greens, beans, whole grains and healthy fats — also supports the brain, affecting cognitive function over time. “Nutrition is one important, modifiable lifestyle factor that may help support brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive…
LITTLE ROCK — To help parents determine if their child is ready to stay at home alone, an extension family life expert says it is critical to focus on maturity, emergency preparedness and teaching children age-appropriate independence. Brittney Schrick, extension associate professor and family life specialist for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, said…
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. – Mid-America Science Museum will host Tesla Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 11. The annual event celebrates the life and scientific legacy of Nikola Tesla, whose innovations in electricity and engineering continue to influence modern technology. Tesla Fest is held on the Saturday closest to Tesla’s birthday, July…
EL DORADO, Ark. — The Red Bull Skydiving Team is scheduled to make an appearance in El Dorado on Thursday, July 2, as part of the city’s 250-themed celebration. According to a promotional graphic for the event, the skydiving team will perform at 8:45 p.m. at MAD AMP in El Dorado. The event is expected…
LITTLE ROCK — Fresh produce is highly perishable, but proper washing and storage can help make it last longer, saving money and reducing waste. Quad Whitson, extension culinary nutrition and food safety program associate for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, said that according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, about 30 to 40…
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas State Parks announced a new partnership with Apple Seeds, a nonprofit nutrition education organization, to establish a Central Arkansas Teaching Farm at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. The project, in partnership with the Arkansas Office of Outdoor Recreation, is made possible through a new Concessionaire Lease Agreement approved May 1, 2026. The…
LITTLE ROCK — For Arkansans interested in preserving fresh produce, extension experts encourage home canners to follow research-based guidelines to ensure the results are safe. Quad Whitson, extension culinary nutrition and food safety program associate for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, said that for home food preservation, “canning” is an umbrella term that…
EL DORADO, Ark. — The Red Bull Skydiving Team is scheduled to make an appearance in El Dorado on Thursday, July 2, as part of the city’s 250-themed celebration. According to a promotional graphic for the event, the skydiving team will perform at 8:45 p.m. at MAD AMP in El Dorado. The event is expected…
By Rebekah HallUniversity of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — For Arkansans interested in preserving fresh produce, extension experts encourage home canners to follow research-based guidelines to ensure the results are safe. Quad Whitson, extension culinary nutrition and food safety program associate for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, said that for home…
Shares easy ideas for boosting efficiency and lowering electric bills LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – As the official first day of summer approaches and temperatures continue to rise, air conditioners will start running full blast and lead to an increase in electricity usage. However, staying cool and comfortable does not have to come at the cost…
LITTLE ROCK — The Cooperative Extension Service’s Grow Your Own Groceries Series will continue this summer with three free online sessions focused on growing and preparing healthy, nutritious foods. Each hour-long presentation begins at noon and is offered free of charge. Upcoming sessions include: Registration is available online at: https://uaex.uada.edu/grow-groceries During each session, experts with…
DELIGHT, AR — The Arkansas Beef Council today announced that the winner of the 3rd Annual Arkansas Best Burger Contest is the Wombat Burger from Eoff’s Food Trailer in Delight, Arkansas. This statewide competition celebrates Arkansas restaurants and their commitment to using 100% beef in crafting their burgers. The contest received 3,249 nominations from across the…
On June 5th from 9 – 2 at the Sadie T. Johnson Community Center (707 US Hwy 278, Monticello), Commercial Bank will join partners, including the Drew County Health Coalition, to provide education and resources to protect Seniors from financial exploitation. In addition, the Drew County Sheriff’s Department will be on site to accept expired or unused prescription medication for…
WARREN, Ark. — As grills and smokers fire up across the South this summer, one University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture expert says there’s an important distinction many people still debate: grilling and barbecue are not the same thing. “‘Barbecue,’ as anyone in the South can tell you, is a loaded word,” said Janeal Yancey,…
LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s sixth annual Free Tree Fridays campaign successfully distributed 12,350 tree seedlings across the state during 30 events held each Friday from March 20 through April 24. A total of 3,200 Arkansans participated in the events, celebrating Arbor Day and the importance of trees in communities. Each…
Walton Family Foundation Investment Will Support Jefferson and Phillips County Families Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Arkansas Imagination Library (ARIL) is expanding early literacy, parent engagement, and Pre-K literacy support in Jefferson and Phillips Counties through a new two-year initiative supported by the Walton Family Foundation. The two-year initiative will focus on increasing…
Welcome back to the third installment of the BCMC Public Health Series. I’m Dr. Bradley Biggers, and I am happy to continue this journey with you all toward better health and education. This week, we’re tackling one of the less glamorous — but most important — topics in medicine: colon cancer screening. Let’s be honest:…
By Rebekah Hall University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas drivers are paying higher gas costs at the pump, and a financial expert with the Cooperative Extension Service says some households may need to adjust their spending habits to accommodate increasing gas prices. According to AAA, the average price of regular unleaded gas in Arkansas was $4.076 per gallon as of May…