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Three Mercy hospitals in the River Valley earned 2025 Performance Leadership Awards, recognizing their excellence in rural healthcare. Booneville, Paris, and Waldron hospitals ranked among the top quartile nationwide for quality and patient experience, contributing to Mercy's recognition as the top large health system in the U.S. for patient satisfaction.
The Arkansas Lottery announced the winning numbers for several games on November 25, 2025, including Mega Millions and Cash 3. Players can check their winnings and previous drawings through the lottery's official channels. Lottery tickets are available for purchase in stores and online via the Jackpocket app in multiple states.
Former state representative Charlene Fite announced her candidacy for Arkansas House District 24, focusing on issues affecting children, seniors, and rural communities. Fite, who previously retired in 2023, cites renewed health as a motivation for her return to public service. She will compete against Melissa Koler and Ryan Intchauspe in the Republican primary.
Regional gas prices in the Gulf Coast remain steady at an average of $2.60 per gallon for the second week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This figure is 15.1% lower than the national average of $3.06, marking a slight increase of 4 cents since last month.
Fort Smith city services, banks, and major retailers will close for Thanksgiving on Nov. 27. Residential trash pickup will shift to Wednesday, Nov. 26, while select pharmacies and hospitals will remain open with limited hours. Major retailers like Walmart and Target will close on Thanksgiving but open early for Black Friday.
Maj. Brandon Hufstetler, a Greenwood native and U.S. Space Force officer, credits his family's sacrifices for his success as NASA's Lead CapCom. As he celebrates Thanksgiving with family in Arkansas, he reflects on the importance of gratitude and communication in his career. Hufstetler aims to honor the support he received from his mother and grandmother, which enabled him to pursue his dreams.
Alix Earle and her partner Valentin Chmerkovskiy compete in the finale of "Dancing with the Stars" Season 34, hoping to win the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. The finale, airing on November 25, features three performances, including a samba and a freestyle routine. Earle, a social media influencer, has expressed her long-standing admiration for the show.
The Arkansas Lottery announced the winning numbers for several draw games on November 22, 2025. Notable results include Powerball numbers 28-32-36-51-69, with a Powerball of 02. Players can check payouts and previous drawings online or through the Jackpocket app.
Arkansas Lottery results for Nov. 21, 2025, revealed winning numbers for Mega Millions, Cash 3, Cash 4, Lucky For Life, and Natural State Jackpot. Players can purchase tickets at various locations or online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier. Drawings are held daily for most games, offering multiple chances to win.
The No. 22 Arkansas Razorbacks aim for their fourth consecutive win against Jackson State tonight at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas enters the game after a thrilling 84-83 victory over Winthrop, while Jackson State seeks its first win of the season. The game will be streamed on SECN+ starting at 7 p.m. CT.