For nearly 60 years, Arkansas PBS has been a trusted part of your community – bringing stories that educate, inspire and connect us all. But we do much more than deliver quality programming.

Arkansas PBS is committed to four essential public service missions: Education, Public Safety, Community Engagement and Local Storytelling.

You’ve heard the news that the locally produced Arkansas PBS educational series “Mystery League” has been selected for national distribution! You’ve heard from Arkansas PBS writer Corey Womack and directors Terrell Case and Eric White.

We’ve been keeping a secret, and we can’t hold it in any longer! We are beyond excited to announce that the locally produced Arkansas PBS educational series “Mystery League” has been selected for national distribution!

“Mystery League” – a series designed to teach kids about friendship and community – will premiere nationally on PBS KIDS March 21. The series, which has already made a significant economic impact on Arkansas, will showcase the state’s educational excellence, creative production capabilities and unique cultural identity to a nationwide audience.

Arkansas PBS is honored to share that we have won nine regional Emmy Awards from the Mid-America Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) for original, local productions!

“At Arkansas PBS, we are dedicated to being the storytellers of Arkansas, and this year’s recognition with nine prestigious regional Emmy Awards is a powerful affirmation of that mission,” Executive Director and CEO Courtney Pledger said. “Our team’s dedication to excellence and our community partnerships make this level of accomplishment possible.

Guest blogger Marge Betley  
Chief Executive Officer
Arkansas PBS Foundation
mbetley@myarkansaspbs.org 

I’d like to tell you about a young man, one of our audience members, for whom Arkansas PBS is a very important part of his life.  

Toad Suck Daze at a Glance
By Hailey Decker

Come join Arkansas PBS on May 3 through May 5 for the annual Toad Suck Daze festival in downtown Conway. This yearly celebration is a way to bring people together to commemorate the heritage of Conway and enjoy the community of central Arkansas. Whether you are seeking delicious food, live entertainment or interactive activities, Toad Suck Daze has something for everyone.

Did you know April 7 is National Public Television Day? We’re proud to celebrate with all of you! YOU are the reason for the work we do to serve Arkansas - and the reason that 350 other public television stations across America do the same. You are the support system that keeps us going each day.  

For our history buffs and PBS super fans, we thought we’d share a bit about how public television started, and some little known or new facts about Arkansas PBS. And don’t miss the end where we give you a sneak peek at what’s coming up!  

ABOUT PUBLIC TV

We are beyond excited for the total solar eclipse headed over Arkansas on April 8. We’ve all heard about it, but what is it about?

We’ve put together a little bit of background information for you, and a run-down of how you can make the most out of this monumental event with a special broadcast and livestream from four strategic Arkansas locations.

See more of your favorite fifth-grade detectives this Spring Break with encores of all 20 episodes of “Mystery League.”

Follow the adventures of Millie, Mike and Marta as they attempt to solve the never-ending mysteries of the fictional small Arkansas town of Mulberry Springs. Episodes will air through the next seven days on Arkansas PBS, giving you another chance to catch these detectives in action.

Learning from Children
“Why are we doing this?”

I sometimes heard the question “Why are we doing this?” from students when I taught in the classroom. And it’s a valid question. Sometimes, learning takes place when we don’t even know it.

What does learning look like to you? As a teacher, I tried to engage my students in learning by designing relevant content, creating interactive learning experiences and making real-world connections. It worked most of the time, but my students were most engaged when I listened and learned from them.