On Monday, Carroll County Officials posted a burn ban for their county while neighboring Madison County has now also posted a burn ban.
Meanwhile, the Arkansas Forestry Division reports an increased area of moderate fire risk according to its latest map which now includes Lakes Region Counties Marion and Searcy in addition to previously posted Boone and Newton Counties.
Though there is a slight chance of rain on Friday, most areas are forecast to remain dry over the next seven days.
Burn Bans Accompany Low Water Conditions
Dry conditions are becoming increasingly noticeable across the Lakes Region, with burn bans covering much of northern Arkansas while some rivers and lakes continue to run below normal levels.
Searcy County Election Commissioners Resign Over Voter Data Concerns
All three members of the Searcy County Election Commission have resigned, citing concerns that problems with voter and precinct information could lead to voters receiving incorrect ballots in the November election.
Law Enforcement Seeking Information on Deadly Beaver Lake Accident
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking for the public's help in the investigation of the accident that killed a person earlier this month.
Murder Suspect Arrested in Lakes Region Identified
The man who was arrested in the Lakes Region for a murder in Springfield has been identified.
Front Storms Area, Brings End to Heat
Temperatures cool in time for the start of Fall on Tuesday.
