About two dozen people stood in line at Haile's Exxon in Heber Springs, Ark., just after 12 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28, 2009, in order to take part in the state's first lottery. The first person in line, Karen Hargis of Heber Springs bought $5 worth of instant tickets, but did not win.

As with any gambling activity, whether it be horse races, dog races, casinos, or the lottery, players are encouraged to be wise about their spending and to play responsibly.

Arkansas will launch its state-run lottery Monday, with $50 million dollars worth of scratch-off tickets going on sale around the state. Those who buy tickets could win as much as $100,000, and part of the proceeds from ticket sales will fund college scholarships.

When you’re on the endangered species list, you get what you need. The red cockaded woodpecker might not realize it, but the Arkansas Forestry Commission, Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission and The Nature Conservancy are working diligently to add some much needed square footage to its vast home.

Local police officer fatally wounds NC man.

Journal's editorial and news staff regocnized at APA event.

A new leader for PBCA.

Command change for Arsenal.

A massive manhunt has come to an end with the capture of the two men, according to Nevada County Sheriff Danny Martin. Martin said both were caught in Hempstead County without incident.

The search continued Thursday for two Nevada County men who escaped from the Pike County Jail.

Sec. of Labor Solis announces federal grant competition as Pew releases analysis citing Arkansas as a growing 'green' state

FTA - FTC's sought by local police.

Road to Bioplex leads to new opportunity.

Local nursing home accused in complaint.