by - March 4, 2024 4:04 pm
One of the highest profile State Senate GOP primary races in Arkansas centers on District 19, which pits incumbent Sen. Dave Wallace, R-Leachville, against challenger Dr. Tommy Wagner of Manila….
by - March 4, 2024 3:59 pm
Incumbent Rep. Jack Ladyman, R-Jonesboro, is fighting off a primary challenge from former legislator Brandt Smith in the House District 32 contest to be held Tuesday, March 5. Talk Business…
by - March 4, 2024 3:49 pm
Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Monday (March 4) that she is appointing Westrock Coffee CEO Scott Ford of Little Rock to the board of trustees of the University of Arkansas. Ford,…
by - March 4, 2024 8:01 am
Pat and I graduated in 1967 as part of the first class to have “university” on our diplomas. After earning a master’s degree at the University of Oklahoma, I returned…
by - March 3, 2024 11:15 am
The primary calendar will be light for many Arkansas voters on Tuesday (March 5), but there are several important races to consider. Elections for President, Congress, the Arkansas Supreme Court,…
by - March 3, 2024 9:23 am
Arkansas’ second largest economic sector had a record setting 2022 as an estimated 48.3 million visitors came to the Natural State. State officials are hopeful expansion within the sector, such…
by - March 3, 2024 9:13 am
A group seeking to pass a constitutional amendment to instill education rights and standards in Arkansas has gained approval from Attorney General Tim Griffin to collect signatures to qualify for…
by - February 29, 2024 7:57 pm
Many of the challenges facing central Arkansas are regional and not limited to a city or county – a reality that leaders must communicate to the public, Pulaski County Director…
by - February 29, 2024 2:10 pm
Gov. Sarah Sanders on Thursday (Feb. 29) joined the call from others for Arkansas Board of Corrections member Alonzo Jiles to resign after it was revealed he faces lawsuits alleging…
by - February 29, 2024 9:53 am
Over the past five years, the 100 Families in Sebastian County has done more than change the lives of just 100 families. To date, the initiative has helped 1,390 families…
by - February 29, 2024 9:00 am
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders said Thursday (Feb. 29) she is headed to Japan and South Korea in March for her second official overseas trade mission. The governor is expected to…
by - February 28, 2024 12:00 pm
The Jonesboro Municipal Airport will receive a $5 million in grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said. The grant will be used to build…
by - February 28, 2024 11:19 am
Nearly 90 years ago, electric cooperatives were the first utility to power — and empower — rural Arkansas. Today, the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas continue to have a wide-ranging economic…
by - February 27, 2024 8:15 pm
Rep. Keith Brooks, R-Little Rock, became the third candidate to declare for House Majority Leader in the next Arkansas General Assembly. There are also three candidates seeking the Speaker of…
by - February 27, 2024 7:21 pm
Parts of the state are under moderate drought or abnormally dry conditions, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, and the lack of rain has led to elevated wildfire risks statewide….
by - February 26, 2024 5:30 pm
Tourism, the state’s second-largest economic sector, has surged since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and sector stakeholders think this year may even be better. More than 500 people are…
by - February 26, 2024 3:16 pm
The Libertarian Party of Arkansas nominated a slate of candidates at its annual convention this weekend for the 2024 election cycle. The list of nominated candidates includes: Steve Parsons, U.S. House…
by - February 25, 2024 11:32 am
The tides are turning for cybersecurity regulation and enforcement. And if businesses do not adequately prepare, a wave—in the form of a breach, attack or hefty government fine—may pull them…
by - February 22, 2024 10:57 am
Though several justices of the peace in Crawford and Sebastian counties will face an opponent this election cycle, only three in Crawford County will face an opponent in the March…
by - February 21, 2024 4:16 pm
Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Wednesday (Feb. 21) the downtown Little Rock building to which his office will move will be renamed the Bob R. Brooks, Jr. Justice Building in…
