It's hard to believe, but some people forget that I'm a big ol' honkin' nerd. Not just about words, but knowledge in general.

Dowell, a tight-knit former coal town in Southern Illinois, is turning the page. Once fueled by the Kathleen Coal Mine, the village is now beginning to run on sunlight. As The Southern Illinoisan ...

Arkansas State Senator Fred Love has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the governor's race, unveiling his campaign ...

Three newly minted second graders, including 8-year-old twin sisters from Dallas. A camp director who served as a surrogate ...

As Arkansans gathered to celebrate the Fourth of July, we were reminded that the spirit of independence lives in both our history and our land.

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for July 9, and notable births and deaths of native ...