Maggie Ryan
Contributing EditorMaggie Ryan is a Little Rock-based journalist currently serving as Contributing Editor at Little Rock Public Radio.
Maggie joined LRPR in 2023 as the local host of All Things Considered. In 2026 she was named the station’s new contributing editor, overseeing statewide partnerships and news coverage. Maggie previously wrote for the San Antonio Heron, a nonprofit newsroom focused on housing and development in south-central Texas. She holds a B.A. in English, Literary Studies and Classics from Hendrix College.
Maggie grew up in San Antonio, Texas and regularly visits to spend time with her family and eat as many breakfast tacos as she can. In her free time, she loves birding, reading, and playing board games.
She loves hearing from listeners. Send story ideas, feedback, and bird sightings to maggie@littlerockpublicradio.org or by calling 501-916-6377.
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Hear LRPR's Afternoon Newscast for Friday, May 22, 2026.
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Hear LRPR's Afternoon Newscast for Friday, May 15, 2026.
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Arkansans aged 19 to 64 will be subject to the new requirements, unless they fall into an exempt category such as new or expectant mothers, disabled veterans, caregivers, or people with special medical needs.
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Hear LRPR's Afternoon Newscast for Friday, May 8, 2026.
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The Arkansas Archeological Survey is holding a two-week training for members of the state archeological society at Plum Bayou Mounds State Park, and members of the public are invited to see the work up close.
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Hear LRPR's Daily Newscast for Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
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Hear LRPR's Daily Newscast for Monday, May 4, 2026.
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Hear LRPR's Daily Newscast for Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Hear LRPR's Daily Newscast for Thursday, April 30, 2026.
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The Nabholz Center for Healthcare Simulation at UCA is now accredited in teaching/education by the international Society for Simulated Healthcare (SSH).