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Gov. Sanders appoints Stark to State Board of Education
Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Monday (July 27) that she has appointed Gary Stark to serve on the Arkansas State Board of Education. Stark, whose term will expire on June 30,…
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USDA to provide $35 million for feral swine eradication program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making available $35 million for partnerships to respond to the threat feral swine pose to American agriculture, landscapes and human and livestock health….
by - July 23, 2026 6:52 pm
Early childhood conference slated at A-State
An upcoming conference will bring educators together for a learning, sharing and training opportunity. The 54th annual Early Childhood Education Conference, “Simple Experiences, Lasting Impact,” will be held at Red…
by - July 23, 2026 6:50 pm
Economics Arkansas appoints two
Economics Arkansas has announced the election of Daniel McAdoo and Dr. Megan Duncan to its board of directors. Both bring experience to help the nonprofit deepen its impact and bring…
by - July 22, 2026 9:19 pm
AMFA adds 10 new members to board
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) Board of Trustees named 10 new members during its April 30 meeting: Tabietha Dillard, Marcy Doderer, Merritt Dyke, John S. Erck, David Mitchell,…
by - July 22, 2026 9:16 pm
LR Airport Commission reviewing designs for new terminal
The Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission reviewed conceptual schematic designs for a proposed arrivals hall and terminal commons. The conceptual designs, presented by Minneapolis-based architecture firm Alliiance, are intended to…
by - July 21, 2026 9:40 pm
Two added to DFA leadership team
Jim Hudson, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA), announced Tuesday (July 21) two additions to DFA’s leadership team. Jessica Moore was named state budget director. She…
by - July 21, 2026 9:32 pm
UA-Pulaski Tech receives $1.8 million grant for construction skills training
The University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College has been awarded a $1.8 million federal grant to launch a new program that helps young adults earn their high school equivalency diplomas while…
by - July 21, 2026 9:26 pm
Tyler McDonald named interim president of CHI St. Vincent Morrilton
CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving central and southwest Arkansas, announced Tyler McDonald, MHA, BSN, RN, NE-BC, is the new Interim President of CHI St. Vincent Morrilton and…
by - July 21, 2026 1:56 pm
Lyon College School of Dental Medicine Patient Care Clinic open to patients
The Lyon College School of Dental Medicine Patient Care Clinic is now accepting patients, offering dental care provided by student dentists under the supervision of licensed faculty dentists. The clinic…
by - July 21, 2026 6:13 am
Rosanne Cash to host Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle
The Historic Dyess Colony: Johnny Cash Boyhood Home has announced the line-up for the Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle. Rosanne Cash will return for the fourth year as the curator and…
by - July 21, 2026 6:10 am
Communities can apply for Swift Current Flood Mitigation Assistance
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting pre‑applications for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Swift Current Flood Mitigation Assistance (Swift Current) program. Up to $20 million in federal…
by - July 17, 2026 10:27 pm
Cromwell Architects Engineers announces executive leadership transition
Cromwell Chairman and CEO Greg Cockmon is retiring after 37 years of service and the company announced new leadership positions surrounding his retirement. Effective July 9, 2026, Dan Fowler, AIA,…
by - July 16, 2026 6:38 pm
UAMS opens new orthopaedic and sports medicine clinic in Little Rock
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday (July 15) to celebrate the opening of the new UAMS Health Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic on…
by - July 16, 2026 5:58 am
Little Rock Tech Park announces new leadership
The Little Rock Technology Park announced several key leadership appointments and significant progress on its Phase II expansion, positioning the organization for its next chapter of growth. The organization appointed…
by - July 15, 2026 8:26 pm
Bentley Story named director of industrial accounts at Entergy Arkansas
Entergy Arkansas has promoted Bentley Story to director of industrial accounts, where he will lead the company’s efforts to further support some of the utility’s largest customers and state’s largest…
by - July 15, 2026 8:23 pm
Conductor selects startups for 10x Growth Accelerator
Conductor, in partnership with the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC), announced the launch of the 10th cohort of the 10X Growth Accelerator, marking a major milestone for one of Arkansas’…
by - July 15, 2026 8:16 pm
AG Griffin announces $45 million settlement with Block, Inc.
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced a $45 million multi-state settlement with Block, Inc., the company that operates the popular mobile payment platform Cash App. Arkansas’ portion of the settlement…
by - July 14, 2026 6:04 pm
The Communications Group announces ownership transition
The Communications Group (ComGroup), one of Arkansas’ longest-operating independent full-service marketing, public relations and communications agencies, announced an ownership transition Tuesday (July 14). The agency is now jointly owned by…
by - July 14, 2026 5:57 pm
Governor, AEDC award $12.5 million in grants to rural Arkansas communities
Gov. Sarah Sanders and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission announced more than $12.52 million in funding for Arkansas cities, counties and communities. Eight-eight (88) grants, totaling $12,522,736, were awarded during…