by - July 16, 2017 7:40 pm
Rule change could open Arkansas up to sports gaming
Those who like to have some “action” on a football game on a fall weekend are well aware that, with one major exception, such a bet is illegal in the…
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by - July 16, 2017 9:49 am
Former Arkansas Surgeon General says state’s Medicaid expansion model a bipartisan solution for U.S.
Former Arkansas Surgeon General Dr. Joe Thompson says the bipartisan work done with the state’s Medicaid expansion program – the Private Option, now Arkansas Works – could be a blueprint…
by - July 13, 2017 6:24 pm
School of Innovation in Springdale adding 7th grade this fall, enrolls 50 in virtual school
When the Don Tyson School of Innovation in Springdale reopens its doors this fall, it will begin its fourth school year with almost 800 students, grades 7-11. It is launching…
by - July 13, 2017 5:28 pm
GOP Senate plan revised: Governor says still ‘a work in progress’, Boozman adds ‘we all want to get to yes’
Republican leadership in the U.S. Senate has revised its Obamacare “repeal and replace” measure, but its fate for passage remains tenuous. Two GOP senators – Susan Collins of Maine and…
by - July 13, 2017 3:30 pm
Metroplan: Suburban, commuter-driven workforce generates $40 billion boost to Central Arkansas economy
The central Arkansas metropolitan area is fueling some $38.6 billion in economic activity across the region, but the number and shares of jobs in the suburban areas in west Little…
by - July 13, 2017 1:37 pm
Teacher, activist Paul Spencer to formally launch Second District Congressional challenge
Catholic High School teacher and political activist Paul Spencer will formally move his candidacy from exploratory to official in his bid for Arkansas’ Second District Congressional seat. U.S. Rep. French…
by - July 12, 2017 8:36 pm
River Valley Sports Complex still ‘in limbo,’ could cost at least $6 million
The River Valley Sports Complex continues to be “in limbo” following the Board’s decision earlier this year to sever ties with organizers Jake Files and Lee Webb. Acting on the…
by - July 12, 2017 3:06 pm
Secretary of State approves petitions to recognize Libertarian Party of Arkansas
Arkansas Secretary of State Mark Martin has approved the petitions of the Libertarian Party of Arkansas as a “new political party” for the fourth consecutive election cycle. The party has…
by - July 12, 2017 12:11 pm
People are not widgets
For some time, I’ve heard many policymakers, business people, and some citizens promote applying a for-profit business model to governmental agencies that provide services to improve human outcomes. They think…
by - July 12, 2017 10:08 am
Gov. Hutchinson names Benton Police Chief Kirk Lane as new drug czar
Gov. Asa Hutchinson has tapped Benton Chief of Police Kirk Lane as the state’s new drug czar. In an announcement release Wednesday morning (July 12), Hutchinson named Lane as the…
by - July 12, 2017 6:34 am
Lawrence County native Stan Jones appointed to Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Gov. Asa Hutchinson has selected Walnut Ridge businessman, farmer, and outdoors enthusiast Stan Jones to serve on the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Jones farms more than 7,000 soybean and…
by - July 11, 2017 10:41 pm
Fort Smith Board of Directors votes to urge recusal of Civil Service Commission chair
By vote of 4-3, the Fort Smith Board of Directors closed a more than two-hour executive session Tuesday night (July 11) by asking Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairman and Fort…
by - July 11, 2017 10:21 pm
Arkansas tax reform efforts move forward, two firms submit bids for consulting work
The state’s newly formed Blue Ribbon tax task force heard some new, old and repackaged ideas Tuesday (July 11) on ways to revamp the state’s complex tax code, but no…
by - July 11, 2017 9:54 pm
Gov. Hutchinson again pans Senate healthcare bill, mum on Trump Jr.’s Russia meeting
As the U.S. Senate delays recess to work on healthcare reform, Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday (July 11) reiterated his stance that the draft bill needs to improve before lawmakers…
by - July 10, 2017 1:28 pm
Healthcare community still wary of medical pot; more education needed, proponents say
Proponents of Arkansas’ inexperienced medical marijuana industry hope that education and emerging research can convince more Arkansas doctors and other healthcare professionals of the medicinal value of the leafy drug….
by - July 9, 2017 10:31 am
Rep. Warwick Sabin exploring run for Little Rock mayor
The election isn’t until November 2018, but the capital city is likely to see a competitive race for its next mayor. State Rep. Warwick Sabin, D-Little Rock, says he’s exploring…
by - July 9, 2017 10:00 am
Rep. Fred Allen: Little Rock is ‘just one bullet away from a Ferguson’
State Rep. Fred Allen, D-Little Rock, says Little Rock’s African-American community and city police force must improve communication in order to get a stronger handle on the violent crime that…
by - July 7, 2017 5:25 pm
Effort fails to stop possible removal of chairman of Fort Smith Civil Service Commission
A planned executive session of the Fort Smith Board of Directors to discuss removal of attorney Chip Sexton from the city’s Civil Service Commission for potential conflict of interest will…
by - July 7, 2017 3:48 pm
Arkansas bans dicamba herbicide, lawsuits possible
Farmers may no longer use the herbicide dicamba following a decision Friday (July 7) by the Arkansas Legislative Council Executive Subcommittee to take no action on a ban implemented by…
by - July 6, 2017 6:38 pm
Gov. Hutchinson announces joint task force to address Little Rock crime spree
Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Thursday (July 6) announced the creation of a multi-jurisdictional, investigative joint task force that will help the Little Rock Police Department respond to a recent spike…