by - February 25, 2026 12:10 am
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is opening the enrollment period for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) program, providing $11 billion in one-time bridge payments to row crop producers in…
by - February 24, 2026 2:00 pm
In the General Election on Nov. 2, 2010, Arkansas voters approved Constitutional Amendment 86, which required the General Assembly to meet annually, with even-numbered years designated as the fiscal session….
by - February 24, 2026 10:00 am
The annual economic forecast conducted by the University of Arkansas’ Center for Business and Economic Research offers a big picture view of state, national and international commerce. The leader of…
by - February 23, 2026 7:39 pm
The state saw a record number of visitors in 2024, and they spent a record amount, Gov. Sarah Sanders said Monday (Feb. 23) at the 52nd Annual Arkansas Governor’s Conference…
by - February 23, 2026 6:40 pm
The Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board has approved $2.86 million in funding for five promotion projects. The approved projects will support the growth and market development of the state’s…
by - February 22, 2026 6:11 pm
At their annual convention over the weekend, the members of the Libertarian Party of Arkansas nominated candidates for the 2026 general election. The list of nominated candidates is as follows:…
by - February 21, 2026 9:45 am
Robert groaned as he stretched across two chairs in my classroom, arms crossed, pencil untouched. Around him, the hum of students writing filled the room, but he would not participate….
by - February 20, 2026 11:15 am
Van Buren voters are headed to the polls to decide on whether to fund major capital projects with proposed 0.5% sales tax. Election day is March 3, but early voting…
by - February 19, 2026 6:31 pm
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) recently concluded Fiscal Year 2025 with an investment of nearly $17 million to help fund 11 infrastructure projects across the region. Provided through the Community…
by - February 18, 2026 9:01 pm
The remains of a man found in Mississippi County in 2006 have finally been identified. Little John Sutton was last seen on Aug. 1, 2006, in Memphis, Tenn., and his…
by - February 17, 2026 4:42 pm
Early voting has begun for the March 3 primary election cycle, with several contested races and sales tax votes on the ballots in Crawford and Sebastian counties. The ballots for…
by - February 17, 2026 1:40 pm
U.S. Rep. French Hill, R-Little Rock, lead sponsor of a measure aimed at housing affordability saw his legislation pass the House with overwhelming bipartisan support. Hill said the 390-9 vote…
by - February 17, 2026 12:57 pm
Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Tuesday (Feb. 17) the following appointments: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Alex Blass, Rogers, to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. Term to expire Jan. 14, 2032. Reappointment….
by - February 13, 2026 2:29 pm
All four of Arkansas’ secretary of state candidates oppose nationalizing elections, while the Republicans support a bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday (Feb. 11) that would require…
by - February 13, 2026 2:06 pm
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin appointed Little Rock attorney Damon Singleton to serve on the Arkansas Ethics Commission. “I am pleased to announce the appointment of Damon Singleton to the…
by - February 12, 2026 10:07 pm
Oklahoma Attorney General Genter Drummond announced Thursday (Feb. 12) that Tyson Foods and Cargill have entered into settlements totaling more than $25 million in the 20-year old lawsuit over pollution…
by - February 12, 2026 9:57 am
The city of Jonesboro will seek a $21 million federal grant for infrastructure and safety improvements near the Ridge Athletic Complex. The city is investing an additional $5.5 million in…
by - February 11, 2026 8:29 pm
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin has opened new office space in Fayetteville. “I am excited to announce the opening of our new Fayetteville office on the Downtown Fayetteville Historic Square,”…
by - February 10, 2026 9:33 pm
U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Jonesboro, is pushing for more aid to Arkansas and American farmers, but a timeline for more certainty is still unknown. A $12 billion farmer relief package…
by - February 10, 2026 9:28 pm
Arkansas State University (ASU) has received $2.1 million in federal funding to expand its steel research and testing capabilities, the school announced Tuesday (Feb. 10). The funding will support the…
