A winter storm had blanketed much of Arkansas in snow by Thursday evening while leaving residents in southern parts of the state coping with a mix of ice and rain.

Dave Parker with ARDOT said the highways are passable with at least one lane open for traffic. However, refreezing and black ice are still concerns.

Most of the state has a chance of some winter precipitation arriving late this week.With cold air in place across Arkansas, the missing ingredient at this time

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Live look in Rogers as winter storm moves into Northwest Arkansas

Snow has continued falling overnight and piled up in Arkansas, causing dangerous road conditions and power outages. Here are the latest updates.

Spread the loveIntroduction Energy providers across Arkansas are preparing for potential service interruptions as the winter storm approaches, ensuring residents remain informed and supported. Key Highlights Entergy Arkansas monitoring electrical grid Ozarks Electric Cooperative providing real-time outage updates Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) active in tracking potential issues No major electrical outages reported as of Thursday morning Conclusion The coordinated efforts of utility companies reflect Arkansas’s robust infrastructure and preparedness.