Tim Griffin
How Kalshi and Polymarket Could Disrupt Arkansas Gaming
It's no exaggeration to say that prediction markets have exploded in the last year and the affects of the their popularity are being felt across the nation. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Arkansas Children’s Set to Open First Phase of $371M Expansion
With renovations stretching through 2028, hospital leaders say this is just the start of a sweeping effort to modernize care and meet growing demand. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Make Schwartz Pay (Editorial)
Despite his presidential pardon, Joseph Schwartz has not yet paid his debt to Arkansas. read more >
$270M Solar Project Sparks Taxpayer Revolt in Little River County
The dispute hinges on a legal interpretation of Arkansas law, with a key hearing set for Jan. 20. read more >
Arkansas Children’s Gets $50M Gift From Billionaire Philanthropist
It's largest philanthropic gift the pediatric care system has ever received. read more >
Apex Ag Solutions Expands Operations on Former Syngenta Land
The Jonesboro-based agriculture company purchased 7.5 acres and 50,000 SF of greenhouse, laboratory, office, warehouse and equipment storage space in Craighead County. read more >
Federal Court Upholds Arkansas Casino Amendment
The ruling upholds Amendment 104, which effectively eliminates casino gaming in Pope County. read more >
Crist Engineers, Lyon College & Baptist Health Announce New Hires & Promotions (Movers & Shakers)
Arkansas professionals in health care, education, law and logistics moved into new leadership roles or earned key honors across the state. 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 >
Federal Appeals Court Clears Path for Arkansas’ Ban on Hemp-Derived THC Products
The U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated an injunction halting the ban, which lawmakers passed in 2023. read more >
by Griffin Coop -
‘MasterChef’ Finalist Jennifer Maune to Open Restaurant at Bob Brooks Justice Building
Restaurant Fleur is a French-American lunch and dinner concept that will anchor the newly-renovated and reopened downtown skyscraper. read more >
Ex-Nursing Home Tycoon Convicted of Medicaid Fraud and Tax Evasion, Ordered to Pay $1.8M
Joseph Schwartz was the majority owner and president of Skyline Healthcare LLC, which operated multiple nursing homes in Arkansas. read more >
Boyle Building Reborn as Bob Brooks Justice Building With Completion of $35M Renovation
It marks the beginning of a new era for the historic skyscraper in downtown Little Rock, which has been vacant for about 25 years. read more >
Arkansas Sues GM, Alleges Automaker Illegally Sold Drivers’ Data
More than 100,000 Arkansans had data on their driving habits collected without consent, the lawsuit says. read more >
Arkansas Bill Would Bar PBMs From Selling Drugs
A measure introduced last month aims to curb conflicts of interest and protect independent pharmacies. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Big Country Chateau Ordered to Pay More Than $11M in Civil Penalties
The court order states the former owners of the Little Rock apartment complex violated the the Arkansas Deceptive Trade Practices Act 5,110 times. read more >
Arkansas Announces New Solicitor General
Autumn Hamit Patterson will be the state’s new solicitor general, responsible for handling Arkansas’ appellate and high-profile national litigation. read more >
GoodRx Files Lawsuit Challenging Arkansas Prescription Discount Card Law
The company argues the law violates constitutional rights by requiring cancellation notices for free services that don't require registration, and allows anyone to sue regardless of injury. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Arkansas Attorney General’s Office Sues Capital City Tree Service for Price Gouging
The lawsuit against Capital City Tree Service alleges price gouging and deceptive practices during Arkansas' storm emergencies in 2023 and 2024. read more >
The Best & Worst of 2024
Highlights and lowlights of 2024, from Nobel laureate John Jumper's historic win and groundbreaking green steel innovations. read more >
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