Arkansas will now have broader authority to shape its own education policies after the U.S. Department of Education approved the state’s Returning Education to the States Waiver, its application for Ed‑Flex authority, and amendments to its federal accountability plan.
Whether they’re hiking our trails, floating our rivers, exploring historic downtowns, or dining at local restaurants, visitors are making a big impact on Arkansas. New figures released by the Governor this week show tourism reached another record-breaking year in 2025.
As a reporter, one operates in a realm where there’s a world of people to meet and an unlimited number of stories to tell.
Arkansas is home to many veterans who have served our nation with honor and distinction. As I continue to fight for policies that support our service members and veterans in Washington, I was proud to see the final passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act including my Veterans Affairs Loan Informed Disclosure (VALID) Act to ensure our current and former service members are made aware of their earned VA home loan benefits.
Arkansas concluded Fiscal Year 2026 with a general revenue surplus of $655 million, marking one of the strongest financial performances in state history and highlighting continued economic growth across the state.
This month marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation signed into law on July 26, 1990. For more than three decades, the ADA has helped remove barriers and expand opportunities for Americans with disabilities
July 9, 2026, marked the sixth anniversary of an event during the COVID controversy of 2020 that put Marshall, Arkansas, on the map for the right reasons. Inexplicably, after attending that event, I began connecting with people from Marshall at other events across Northwest Arkansas.
Arkansans and Americans from coast to coast have excitedly celebrated Independence Day and the added significance it carries this year. We have so much to take pride in as the greatest country on earth marks two and a half centuries in existence.
A major change to the Arkansas Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) took effect this week, removing candy, soda (including diet and zero‑calorie varieties), and fruit or vegetable juices containing less than 50 percent natural juice from the list of eligible purchases. The new SNAP Nutrition Waiver aims to promote healthier eating habits and reduce long‑term health risks for Arkansas families.
There is something special about the Fourth of July in Arkansas.
Getting the new Madison County Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center completed and open has been like traveling the road to Helldorado — a code word for the gunfight at the OK Corral.
An updated farm bill is long overdue. Economic conditions have changed dramatically since the last farm bill became law in 2018, and Arkansas producers are anxiously awaiting action.
The Arkansas Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) hosted CASA Day at the Capitol during the recent fiscal session.
One of the amazing stories centered around the 250th birthday of America that will be celebrated on Saturday comes out of Provo, Utah, with an “old school” printer.
June is Great Outdoors Month, which offers the perfect reason to get out to appreciate the natural beauty that makes Arkansas such a special place to live, work and visit.
The Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) and its subcommittees met last week.
The Arkansas Legislative Council is an interim committee of the Arkansas General Assembly that oversees state government operations when the Legislature is not in session. They met last week to review a wide range of issues affecting education, state finances, energy policy, healthcare, and government operations.
U.S. Congressman Steve Womack (R-Rogers) taped a greeting that the City plans to post online as part of its America 250th birthday celebration. He also engaged in other patriotic acts during a June 15 visit to Madison County.
Last month, the Trump administration marked a full year of zero releases at our country’s southern border. Finally, the era of catch-and-release for illegal border crossers into the U.S. has ended.
On May 29, the Arkansas State Capitol welcomed delegates from Arkansas Boys State. These young men were here to learn through meetings with constitutional officers and mock legislative sessions.