Welcome to Newport, Arkansas. Newport is located in northeast Arkansas and offers the wonderful qualities of living in small town America, while also having access to big city conveniences just a short drive away. Whether it is educational opportunities in the public schools or Arkansas State University-Newport, cultural activities at Jacksonport State Park, through the local festivals held year round or a cost of living that is lower than the state and national averages, you’ll find a lot of reasons to love Newport. Come, visit and stay – for a day or a lifetime and you’ll find out why we love our hometown.