Winter weather forecasts for this week are becoming clearer. A winter storm watch has been issued for much of western and central Arkansas, including Little Rock, the National Weather Service said. The watch is valid from noon on Thursday until noon on Friday,

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

Storm chaser Mike Scantlin is in Little Rock, Arkansas, where city residents are stocking up on food and supplies before the major winter storm brings snow and ice to the area.