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Consistency Is Not Enough: Inside Sam Pittman’s Fifth Season at Arkansas
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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Highway 440 Officially Added to the National Map
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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Fifty Thousand Students and Counting: Arkansas Schools Face Record Voucher Demand
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.
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Arkansas Democrats Choose Marcus Jones, a Retired Colonel, as New Party Chair
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.
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Flags, Songs, and Soccer: A Marshallese Celebration in Springdale
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.
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Immigration Enforcement, in the Hands of the Arkansas Guard?
The Arkansas National Guard has applied to join ICE’s 287(g) program, seeking authority to make immigration arrests under the task force model. The request follows new state legislation and could expand immigration enforcement powers in Arkansas.
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Appeals Court Upholds Arkansas Ban on Transgender Treatments for Minors
A federal appeals court has upheld Arkansas’s SAFE Act, banning transgender treatments for minors. The decision reverses a previous block and reignites a national debate over health care rights and protections.
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Months of Planning, Lax Oversight: Report Outlines How ‘Devil in the Ozarks’ Escaped Prison
Michael Hardin, known as the “Devil in the Ozarks,” escaped from Calico Rock prison after months of planning. A new report details lax oversight, staff failures, and the security gaps that allowed his 13-day flight.
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In a State With No Toll Roads, Arkansas Drivers Are Still Paying the Price of Fake Fees
Arkansas drivers are being targeted with fake toll road text messages, even though the state has no toll roads. Officials urge caution, advising drivers to delete suspicious texts, avoid clicking links, and report scams to the Attorney General’s office.
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As Arkansas Strengthens Ties With Israel, Economics and Politics Intertwine
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a 10-year agreement between Arkansas and the Israel Innovation Authority, expanding cooperation in technology and defense. The pact builds on recent investments, including a missile plant in Camden, and carries both economic and political significance.
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No Phones in Arkansas Schools as Statewide Ban Takes Effect
Arkansas bans cell phones in public schools in 2025 to boost learning, reduce distractions, and foster student interaction.
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Arkansas Moves to Rein In Repeat Offenses Through New Program
Arkansas is tackling high recidivism rates with a new pilot program proposed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The initiative aims to support inmates reentering society through housing, employment, and treatment services.