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Keep Arkansas Beautiful Joins ARDOT to Boost Statewide Litter Prevention and Beautification

Friday, July 10 by Haleigh Reichen

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has officially assumed oversight of the Office of Keep Arkansas Beautiful following the passage of Act 148 during the 2026 Fiscal Session. The legislation, sponsored by State Sen. Mark Johnson, transferred the duties and responsibilities of the former Keep... Read More.

Protecting Arkansas Cattle Herds from Heat Stress and Drought Challenges

Friday, July 10 by Haleigh Reichen

As high summer temperatures continue across Arkansas, livestock specialists are encouraging cattle producers to take extra precautions to protect their herds from heat stress while managing the ongoing effects of drought on pastures and forage supplies. According to the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture,... Read More.

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Arkansas Introduces New Conservation Permit and Regulation Changes for 2026 Wildlife Season

Friday, July 10 by Haleigh Reichen

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has implemented several regulation changes for the 2026-27 season, including a new annual conservation permit required for many visitors using commission-owned wildlife management areas and lakes. The new AGFC Wildlife Management Area/Lake Conservation Permit took effect July 1 and... Read More.

Arkansas Sees Record Applications for Education Freedom Accounts as School Choice Expands

Friday, July 10 by Haleigh Reichen

More than 54,000 Arkansas families have applied for an Education Freedom Account (EFA) for the 2026-27 school year, according to the Arkansas Department of Education, marking a slight increase from the more than 52,000 applications submitted for the previous school year. The program, created under... Read More.

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How to Prevent and Recognize Heatstroke and Heat Exhaustion During Extreme Heat

Friday, July 10 by Haleigh Reichen

As heat index values remain elevated across Jefferson County, health officials are reminding residents to take precautions to avoid overheating and recognize the warning signs of heat-related illnesses before they become life-threatening. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heat-related illnesses are... Read More.

Arkansas Officials Advise Reporting Sick Wildlife Instead of Treating With Livestock Medications

Friday, July 10 by Alex Bivens

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission urges residents not to treat wild deer or other wildlife for parasites, including possible cases of New World screwworm. Instead, the agency asks anyone who notices wildlife with disease symptoms, wounds, or parasite infestations to report the sightings... Read More.

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Walmart Announces Price Cuts on Thousands of Summer Items

Friday, July 10 by Alex Bivens

Walmart has announced price reductions on thousands of products ahead of the summer shopping season, including groceries, outdoor equipment and other seasonal items. The retailer said the reductions cover products ranging from grills and swimming pools to Coca-Cola products and ground beef. Among the changes,... Read More.

Arkansas Gas Prices Rise Amid Middle East Tensions and Climbing Crude Oil Costs

Friday, July 10 by Haleigh Reichen

Gas prices across Arkansas increased this week as renewed tensions in the Middle East continued to drive higher crude oil prices, according to AAA. As of Thursday, the statewide average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline was $3.47, an increase of 5 cents... Read More.

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Applications open for Century Farm program

Thursday, July 9 by Alex Bivens

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is reminding farm families that applications for the Arkansas Century Farm Program are open now through July 31st. Agriculture Secretary Wes Ward says the program recognizes Arkansas families who have owned and continuously farmed the same land for 100... Read More.

Armed Man Visits Arkansas Senate Candidate Hallie Shoffner’s Home Prompting Police Investigation and Increased Security

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Arkansas Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Hallie Shoffner said an individual who appeared to be armed came to her Little Rock home Friday looking for a member of her campaign staff. According to Shoffner's campaign, the individual arrived at the home Friday afternoon while Shoffner was... Read More.

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IRS Penalty Refund Claims Must Be Filed by July 10 for COVID Era Relief

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Taxpayers who paid certain IRS penalties or interest during the COVID-19 pandemic have until Friday, July 10, to file a claim for a possible refund. The deadline follows the ongoing court case Kwong v. United States. A federal judge ruled that COVID-19 emergency laws extended... Read More.

Special Election Announced for Arkansas Senate District 1 After Ben Gilmore Resignation

Thursday, July 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has called a special election to fill the Arkansas Senate District 1 seat left vacant following the resignation of Sen. Ben Gilmore. According to the governor's proclamation, a special partisan primary will be held Tuesday, August 18th. If no candidate receives the... Read More.

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