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Gov. Hutchinson declares state of emergency
Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday (June 2) declared a state of emergency in Arkansas stating that recent assemblies and protests across the state “have been overtaken by destructive and violent…
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NFIB survey shows utilization of PPP loans, lack of awareness of Main Street Lending program
The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) on Tuesday (June 2) released results from its latest survey, which showed how business owners are utilizing government programs to respond to the…
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AEDC doles community grants in 39 counties
The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) Division of Rural Services has awarded community grants totaling more than $317,500 to 39 counties and communities across the state. The Division of Rural…
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Craighead County is hot spot for coronavirus; ASU to host virtual town halls to discuss race issues
Community spread of COVID-19 is rapidly rising in Arkansas and Craighead County has emerged as a potential hot spot. During the last 24 hours, the county had 21 new cases…
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Fort Smith reopens search for a city prosecutor
The search for a new city prosecutor for the City of Fort Smith is preparing to start anew, with the city continuing to pay an outside attorney almost four times…
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New COVID-19 cases, patients on ventilators reach new highs in Arkansas
On the day it was reported the number of known COVID-19 cases and number of Arkansans on ventilators reached new highs, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said efforts to move to phase…
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May tax revenue down only 2%; Gov. Hutchinson ‘delighted’ with the report
May tax revenues did not see a big decline because of the COVID-19 disruption. Arkansas tax revenue in the first 11 months of the fiscal year (July 2019-May 2020) is…
by - June 1, 2020 6:32 pm
Confederate statue on Bentonville Square moving to park near Bentonville cemetery
A Confederate soldier statue on the Bentonville square will be moved to a private park near the Bentonville Cemetery, according to an agreement announced Monday (June 1) between the Arkansas…
by - June 1, 2020 6:20 pm
Gov. Hutchinson on George Floyd killing: ‘I understand the outrage, the disappointment, the fear, and the distrust’
On Monday (June 1), Gov. Asa Hutchinson gave his most extensive responses to date to the protests and confrontations that have gripped Arkansas and the nation in the wake of…
by - June 1, 2020 5:29 pm
Wes Ward elected president of Southern Association of State Departments of Agriculture
Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward was elected president of the Southern Association of State Departments of Agriculture (SASDA) for 2020-21 during its annual conference held virtually on Monday (June…
by - June 1, 2020 2:50 pm
With no opponents, no election date set for Fort Smith Board of Director seats
Don’t look for yard signs or any other campaign material from candidates for the four Fort Smith Board of Director seats. All four who filed for the seats saw the…
by - June 1, 2020 10:21 am
Sen. Elliott releases first campaign video of Congressional bid
State Sen. Joyce Elliott, D-Little Rock, released her first major campaign video Monday, June 1, highlighting her personal story and philosophy. The 2:32 video, “I Will Fight for You,” will…
by - May 31, 2020 9:20 am
Blue Cross CEO says there will be lost medical care, but sees mental health access improving
Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield CEO Curtis Barnett said his organization had a pandemic disaster blueprint mapped out in advance of the COVID-19 wave that hit Arkansas beginning in March,…
by - May 31, 2020 9:19 am
Nonprofits hit hard can expect more support from Arkansas Community Foundation
Heather Larkin, CEO of the Arkansas Community Foundation, said her group sprung into action quickly when it was obvious the COVID-19 pandemic was headed to Arkansas. As a statewide grant-making…
by - May 31, 2020 12:23 am
Protests turn confrontational late Saturday night in Little Rock (UPDATED)
A day of peaceful protests in Little Rock grew more intense and eventually turned to violence on Saturday (May 30). The scene played out in more than two dozen cities…
by - May 29, 2020 11:21 pm
Jonesboro takes grievances with Suddenlink to AG; won’t rule out possible lawsuit
For years, residents have complained about poor internet and cable service provided by Suddenlink. There are many parts of the city that the company is the only internet option. Last…
by - May 29, 2020 3:07 pm
COVID-19 hospitalizations hit new high; use of state parks expanded
COVID-19 hospitalizations reached a new high Friday (May 29) and the number of new known cases continues to rise statewide, specifically in Northwest Arkansas, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said during his…
by - May 28, 2020 9:22 pm
Fort Smith Police Chief: ‘Silence is not working’ on racial issues
Fort Smith Police Chief Danny Baker took to Facebook Wednesday (May 27) in response to the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer. Baker denounced recent acts of…
by - May 28, 2020 4:51 pm
Employer protection highlighted as part of Arkansas economic recovery plan (Updated)
Steuart Walton, chairman of Gov. Asa Hutchinson’s Economic Recovery Task Force, on Thursday (May 28) previewed the group’s first report that will be made public Friday. A special legislative session…
by - May 27, 2020 5:42 pm
Arkansas 30 Day Fund will partner with ASU to support businesses
The Arkansas 30 Day Fund and Arkansas State University announced a partnership on Wednesday (May 27) to help Arkansas small businesses struggling as a result of COVID-19. The fund was…