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Democratic candidates court farmer votes
Three Democratic candidates for national and state offices recently had a panel discussion with farmers and other voters at the new Apex Ag Solutions facility near Bay in Craighead County….
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by - June 22, 2026 9:46 am
Every ring of the pharmacy door reminds me what’s at stake for Arkansas families
Every day, I hear the ding of our pharmacy door as it opens. Most people probably don’t think much about that sound. But after years of serving patients in my…
by - June 20, 2026 9:48 am
This Father’s Day, let’s invest in Arkansas moms and babies
Father’s Day is a day for gratitude. It’s a day to celebrate the men who taught us how to ride a bike, sat beside us at the dinner table, showed…
by - June 18, 2026 4:23 pm
Gov. Sanders: Student proficiency scores up since LEARNS
Average public school student proficiency levels across all subjects have increased from 35% in 2024 to 42.2% this spring, Gov. Sarah Sanders and Secretary of Education Jacob Oliva announced Thursday…
by - June 17, 2026 6:37 am
Trade association formed for data center, AI policies
The Arkansas Connected Communities Association (ARCC) announced Tuesday (June 16) its formal establishment as a 501(c)(6) trade association dedicated to advancing data center and artificial intelligence infrastructure policy in Arkansas….
by - June 15, 2026 2:55 pm
Evidence testing in West Memphis Three case could be completed by end of July
Evidence in the West Memphis Three case still hasn’t been processed, but there is hope that it will be tested by mid-summer, spokesman Lonnie Soury told Talk Business & Politics….
by - June 14, 2026 9:41 pm
Rep. Carol Dalby sworn in as president of Arkansas Bar Association
State Rep. Carol Dalby, R-Texarkana, was sworn in as president of the Arkansas Bar Association on Friday (June 12) at the bar’s state convention at Oaklawn Resort in Hot Springs….
by - June 13, 2026 8:37 am
Kevin Costner advocates for national parks during Congressional hearing in Hot Springs
Just outside of Hot Springs National Park, a field hearing was held Friday (June 12) by members of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources who heard testimony and advocacy for…
by - June 9, 2026 8:11 pm
Walnut Ridge Mayor Charles Snapp to seek re-election
Walnut Ridge Mayor Charles Snapp told Talk Business & Politics he intends to seek re-election. First elected in 2014, Snapp said that job creation, city tax base growth and growing…
by - June 9, 2026 7:51 pm
Governor makes appointments to boards and commissions
Dr. Terisa Riley, chancellor of the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, was one of seven appointed by Gov. Sarah Sanders to the Criminal Justice Institute Advisory Board. The advisory…
by - June 8, 2026 10:01 pm
New World Screwworm arrives in the U.S.
The New World Screwworm has arrived in the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the detection of the lethal…
by - June 8, 2026 12:03 am
Report: Rising number of uninsured children in Arkansas
Arkansas ranked 43rd in the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book. The state improved two spots from its ranking of 45th in last year’s Data Book, while…
by - June 5, 2026 7:17 am
America’s protein triangle
In an increasingly competitive world, nations are placing renewed importance on food production as a source of economic strength and national power. With global population projected to reach nearly 10…
by - June 5, 2026 7:10 am
Gladner to retire from Arkansas Broadcasters Association later this year
Neal Gladner will retire as executive director of the Arkansas Broadcasters Association later this year and the search for his replacement is on. ABA President Kristen Speer announced the opening…
by - June 4, 2026 1:06 pm
Arkansas TV Commission rescinds PBS disaffiliation
The Arkansas TV Commission voted with zero audible “no” votes to rescind its December decision to disaffiliate from PBS and pay its dues for 2027 in its quarterly meeting Thursday…
by - June 3, 2026 8:12 pm
ASU System Board of Trustees approves $402.6 million budget for next year
The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees on Wednesday (June 3) approved a combined $402.6 million operating budget, as well as tuition and fees, for 2026-2027. Interim System President…
by - June 3, 2026 9:32 am
Arkansas TV Foundation surpasses $2 million goal
The Arkansas TV Foundation said Wednesday (June 3) it has surpassed its $2 million fundraising goal in an effort to keep its Public Service Broadcasting (PBS) affiliation. According to a…
by - June 3, 2026 9:26 am
Pistole, Roedel take new roles with Arkansas Farm Bureau
The Arkansas Farm Bureau has promoted Bryan Pistole to vice president of information technology and production, and hired Rob Roedel as vice president of communications. Pistole has been with Arkansas…
by - June 2, 2026 3:11 pm
Jonesboro receives grant for bulletproof vests
The city of Jonesboro has been awarded a $42,358 grant through the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program granted by the U.S. Department of Justice. The funding will allow the…
by - May 31, 2026 10:16 am
Westerman touts transportation funding, defense economy, outdoors act
U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Hot Springs, said he will host a field hearing in Hot Springs during the second week in June to collect testimony for the Great American Outdoors…