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Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has ordered Arkansas National Guard troops to assist ICE under Title 32. Supporters say it is about safety, while critics warn of constitutional rights violations.
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Arkansas medical marijuana sales totaled $193 million from January to August 2025, according to the DFA. Tax revenue reached $21.57 million, with funds supporting UAMS and food insecurity programs.
Politics
Arkansas lawmakers expressed frustration over the Franklin County prison site selection, citing absence of Sanders staff and concerns about due diligence and infrastructure.
Sports
The Arkansas Razorbacks overwhelmed Arkansas State 56-14 in their first-ever meeting at War Memorial Stadium, led by Taylen Green’s 390 yards and five touchdowns.
Politics
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ $1 billion Franklin County prison plan faces resistance from lawmakers, local critics, and water scarcity issues that threaten its future.
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Arkansas vape shops are adjusting to Act 590, which bans most disposable vapes and requires FDA-authorized products. Businesses have until Nov. 1, 2025, to comply.
Sports
Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green threw a career-high six touchdown passes as the Razorbacks opened the 2025 season with a 52-7 win over Alabama A&M at Razorback Stadium.
Sports
Sam Pittman has led Arkansas to four bowl games in five seasons, but the Razorbacks aim for more than consistency in 2025, integrating transfers and returning stars.
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The Arkansas Department of Transportation has redesignated Highway 440 as Interstate 440 after federal approval, bringing the state’s interstate system to 882 miles.
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The number of students applying for Arkansas Education Freedom Accounts has surpassed 50,000. Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders pledges to fund all eligible applicants despite a funding gap.
Politics
Arkansas Democrats have elected Marcus Jones, a retired Army colonel and former congressional candidate, as the party’s new state chair. Jones defeated Vice Chair Jannie Cotton and pledged to expand county committees, build a five-year strategic plan, and strengthen Democratic momentum in Arkansas.
Sports
The Marshall Islands national soccer team made its international debut in Springdale, Arkansas, drawing thousands from the state’s large Marshallese community to celebrate the historic moment.