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Brummett Moving To Arkansas Democrat-gazette

Political columnist John Brummett will have a new home starting Oct. 24. Actually, it will be an old home.

It’s Perry’s Turn For Arkansas Gop Endorsements

A day after GOP Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney received two major Arkansas endorsements, Texas Gov. Rick Perry received the endorsement of 25 elected officials and conservative leaders in Arkansas, including 19 state lawmakers, four GOP county chairs, Land Commissioner John Thurston, and National Committeewoman Reta Hamilton for his Presidential bid.

Health Insurance Exchange Summit Set

On Tuesday, Oct. 11, Arkansas Insurance Commissioner Jay Bradford will host a stakeholder summit for health insurance exchanges in Little Rock that will include State Surgeon General Dr. Joe Thompson.

State Highway Chief Pushes Bond Program

Scott Bennett says the Washington County Tea Party has a “disconnect” in understanding a highway bond program on the Nov. 8 general election ballot.

Darr, Griffin Throw Support To Mitt Romney

Mitt Romney had a big day in Arkansas.

Brawner: Engineers For Congress In 2012

Stephens Media columnist Steve Brawner uses this week’s column to frame the disappointing debates we see in Washington, D.C., where problem solvers are abandoned for ideologues and partisan faithfulness.

Holland Gets February 2012 Trial Date

State Sen. Bruce Holland (R-Greenwood) is pursuing his innocence like the police contend they pursued him.

State Revenues Strong In September

Arkansas finance officials released tax collection figures that show a healthy uptick in September, the end of the first quarter of the fiscal year.

Two Top Lottery Execs Leave Early

After leading the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery to a start-up ahead of schedule, director Ernie Passailaigue left his post ahead of schedule too.

Maria & John Paul

Editor’s Note: This essay was written by Michael Tilley, editor of The City Wire. He can be reached by e-mail at [email protected].

Events sometimes coincide to provide perspective on the world around us. Such was the case a few weeks ago, with one event a tragedy and the other a triumph.

Clinton Anniversary Stirs Memories, Political Reunions

Events surrounding Bill Clinton’s 20th anniversary of his run for President stirred a lot of political activity in Little Rock during the weekend.

Health Secretary Praises Beebe Medicaid Reform Effort

We’ve been reporting for months on Gov. Mike Beebe’s controversial efforts to make changes to the state’s Medicaid system.

Ross: Hardin, Health Care And 2014 (updated)

U.S. Rep. Mike Ross, D-Prescott, said Thursday he stands by his vote against the federal health care law and believes former Arkansas State Senate colleague Lu Hardin should have served jail time for felony charges related to his actions while president of the University of Central Arkansas.

Congressman Mike Ross Fields Your Questions

Later this morning (Sept. 29) at 10 a.m., Talk Business & Politics will launch its latest installment of "Talk Politics," our Q&A session with U.S. Congressman Mike Ross (D). If you want to watch the live-stream interview, click on this link.

Health Care Reform Remains A Troublesome Solution

Health care reforms are a topic of frequent debate and remain at the forefront of consumer economic woes, according to myriad polling data.

Tennille Named Interim Director Of Aedc

Gov. Mike Beebe clearly wants his right-hand man at the helm.

Obama, State Government Snafus & Compassionate Conservatism

Our Talk Business bloggers Jason Tolbert and Michael Cook debate a variety of local, state and national political topics on this week’s program.

Lu Hardin Sentenced To 5 Years Probation, 1,000 Hours Community Service

Disgraced former UCA President Lu Hardin was sentenced to 5 years of probation and 200 hours of community service annually for his role in a money laundering scheme.

Talk Politics With Congressman Mike Ross

Thursday morning, September 29 at 10 a.m., Talk Business & Politics will launch its latest installment of "Talk Politics," our Q&A session with U.S. Congressman Mike Ross (D). If you want to watch the live-stream interview on that day, you might want to bookmark this link.

Governor ‘not In Panic Mode’ To Replace Haley

Governor Mike Beebe (D) said that he is actively pursuing a replacement for former Arkansas Economic Development Commission director Maria Haley, who passed away last week after a brain aneurysm.