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4 days ago | 
katv.com | Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay |Scott Solomon
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Arkansas is lighting up with joy as the state's adult smoking rate has plummeted from 27% in 2002 to just 14.5% in 2020, marking a 46.3% decline. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is celebrating over two decades of progress in reducing tobacco use in the Natural State.
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5 days ago | 
katv.com | Kylon Williams |Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (KATV) — Dust off those dancing shoes and get ready to groove, because the Pine Bluff Convention Center is hosting a beginner line dance and health fair on June 14. The event, organized by the Divine Dancers of the Delta, promises a day filled with fun, fitness, and self-care. Beverly Blunt, the founder of Divine Dancers of the Delta, shared the inspiration behind the group. "We started in September of 2023," she said.
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1 week ago | 
katv.com | Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay |Scott Solomon
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Get ready for a day of fun, food, and freebies at Watson Elementary School this Saturday. The Little Rock NAACP branch is hosting its second annual "Spring into Summer" community bash to celebrate the end of the school year. Marie Hollowell, President of the Little Rock NAACP, said, "You can expect a lot. Tomorrow, we have a whole plethora of things going on." The event promises free manicures for girls, haircuts for boys, health screenings for all ages, and a variety of games.
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1 week ago | 
katv.com | Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay |Scott Solomon
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Phyllis Hodges, an Arkansas author, is making a splash in the literary world with her captivating books that have found homes in 60 school districts, 25 public libraries, 15 museums, and even the State Capitol. Hodges' works, which cover a wide range of historical topics, are now being incorporated into school curriculums, thanks to the efforts of curriculum specialist Tracy Hollander.
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1 week ago | 
katv.com | Kylon Williams |Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Little Rock's district courts are rolling out the welcome mat for individuals with outstanding misdemeanor warrants this June, offering a chance to resolve their court matters without the looming fear of arrest.
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1 week ago | 
katv.com | Kaelin Clay |Isley Gooden |Scott Solomon
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — In a tale that could rival any Hollywood blockbuster, a wildlife facility in California found itself in a bit of a pickle with 16 restricted species, including big cats, being housed without the proper permits. Enter Arkansas's very own Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, which swooped in to save the day.
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1 week ago | 
katv.com | Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay |Scott Solomon
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — The North Little Rock Public Library System is offering a unique opportunity for teens this summer with a babysitters training camp. The three-day camp aims to equip young babysitters with essential childcare, safety, and business skills just in time for summer vacation. Jenna Jones, a teen community educator, explained the program's comprehensive approach. "We want to make sure that we're giving teens like a state-of-the-art experience, very hands on," she said.
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2 weeks ago | 
katv.com | Kaelin Clay |Isley Gooden |Scott Solomon
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — When it comes to preparing for the inevitable task of caring for aging parents, Arkansans are leading the charge, according to a recent survey by Choice Mutual. The survey reveals that Arkansas ranks among the top states in readiness to provide care for elderly parents. Anthony Martin, CEO of Choice Mutual, said, "Truthfully, I don't know why they rank so high.
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2 weeks ago | 
katv.com | Kylon Williams |Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Communities across Arkansas are grappling with a troubling rise in violent crime among youth, and the latest season of Restore Hope's "Smart Justice" podcast is diving deep into this urgent issue. Paul Chapman and Karen Steward, who are involved with the podcast, shared insights into what listeners can expect this season.
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2 weeks ago | 
katv.com | Isley Gooden |Kaelin Clay |Scott Solomon
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and studies show that 60% of people feel more productive and 87% feel more energized by spending at least an hour standing or walking. Dr. Asadi, Director of University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Counseling Services, and his team are taking these findings to heart by coordinating weekly campus walks to get people moving and offering various services to support mental health and well-being.
