L3Harris Launches $193M Expansion to Boost Rocket Motor Output in Arkansas
The project in Calhoun County is expected to increase solid rocket motor production by six-fold and create 50 jobs over two years. read more >
State Awards More than $1.4M to Arkansas Fairs and Livestock Shows
More than 80 fairs and livestock shows across the state will receive funding for operational costs, facility improvements and livestock-related expenses. read more >
Jamie Anderson Appointed to Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (Super Mover)
Anderson is a fourth-generation aquaculture farmer in Lonoke and a founding member of the Arkansas Waterfowl Association. read more >
Tech Industry Group Sues Arkansas Over New Social Media Laws
NetChoice said the laws, which were prompted by concerns about children's mental health, are an example of government overreach. read more >
Arkansas Rewards Thousands of Top Teachers With Up to $10K in Bonuses
More than 4,200 Arkansas teachers will receive the merit bonuses, up from 3,000 educators in the 2023-2024 school year. read more >
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Announces Appointments
The latest round of appointments includes several new quorum court members. read more >
Hope Hospital Rebuilding After Bankruptcy With Critical Access Application
The designation would help Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center improves its finances and expand access to care. read more >
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Pardon Me (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
Prison and a pardon don’t seem to have changed Jeremy Hutchinson. read more >
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Sanders Announces Trade Mission to France, Switzerland
The governor will appear on panels and hold business meetings throughout the trip. read more >
Morrilton Paper Mill Expansion Tabbed at $1B
Green Bay Packaging's project includes sustainability upgrades, new jobs and an electric turbine generator. read more >
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Announces Appointments
The governor filled seats on more than a dozen boards and commissions, including health, education and veterans affairs. read more >
University of Arkansas Awarded $10M for State Crisis Hub
The hub will emphasize infant mental health and school-based behavioral health, as well as mental health and substance abuse treatment in adults. read more >
State Awards $469K in Outdoor Recreation Grants
The funds were awarded through the Great Strides program, which Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders revived in 2024 after more than five years of inactivity. read more >
Arkansas Bans Pharmacy Benefit Managers From Owning Pharmacies in State
Supporters of the restrictions have said pharmacy benefit managers are forcing independent pharmacies, especially in rural areas, out of business. read more >
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Sanders Signs Bill to Boost Arkansas’ Skilled Workforce, Streamline College Admissions
Sanders said the legislation means "more welders, more electrical engineers, more computer scientists," as well as more graduates in nursing, agriculture science and industrial manufacturing. read more >
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Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Announces Appointments
The latest round of appointments includes new members of the State Medical Board and Arkansas Economic Development Commission. read more >
Iverson Jackson Appointed to SAU Board of Trustees
Jackson, a 1985 graduate of the university, previously served on the SAU Foundation Board from 2018 to 2023. read more >
Carole Farmer Appointed to ASU System Board of Trustees
Appointed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Farmer will serve a seven-year term on the Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees. read more >
Judd Deere Appointed to University of Arkansas Board of Trustees
Deere is the deputy chief of staff for Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and will remain in his role while serving on the board. read more >
Randy Lawson Appointed to University of Arkansas Board of Trustees
Lawson founded Lawco Energy Group and has served on numerous boards including the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas State Board of Education. read more >
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