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The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld Arkansas’s ban on critical race theory in public schools. Supporters call it a win for educational freedom, while critics warn it could restrict open inquiry.
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Arkansas made strong progress in expanding broadband through the BEAD program, but new federal rules have stalled momentum. With stricter cost requirements and equal treatment of satellite, fiber, and wireless, the future of rural internet now rests heavily on local electric cooperatives.
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Arkansas farmers face mounting pressure from rising costs, low commodity prices, and global trade barriers. While the Big Beautiful Bill raises support benchmarks, delayed relief means many producers may not see help until 2026, leaving family farms at risk.
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Arkansas education officials report incremental gains in student performance under ATLAS, the state’s new assessment system, now in its second year. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Secretary Jacob Oliva highlight progress as part of broader K-12 reforms.
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Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has named Jamie Anderson, a multi-generational aquaculture farmer and conservation advocate, to a seven-year term on the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
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Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Senator Tom Cotton’s 2026 re-election campaign, strengthening the Arkansas Republican’s position as the clear frontrunner. With broad party backing and Trump’s support, Cotton faces Democratic challenger Hallie Shoffner in a state seen as firmly Republican.
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After devastating flash floods in Texas claimed more than 100 lives, Arkansas lawmakers are urging stronger emergency communication, proactive preparedness, and early warning systems to protect vulnerable communities.
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SNAP fraud is rising in Arkansas, draining EBT accounts and leaving families without food as outdated systems and policy gaps expose the vulnerable.
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Democratic State Senator Fred Love has entered the Arkansas governor’s race with the slogan “Arkansas Deserves Better.” He emphasizes jobs, healthcare, and education while presenting himself as a servant leader in a state long dominated by Republicans.
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Elon Musk has announced plans for a new political party after his split with Trump. In Arkansas, where loyalty to Trump runs deep, the billionaire’s movement faces challenges but could gain traction if voters look for alternatives.
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Arkansas ballot initiatives Save AR Democracy and Protect AR Rights are facing legal and procedural challenges as they work to safeguard the state’s direct democracy. The groups consider collaboration to overcome growing barriers to citizen participation.
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Arkansas Democratic Party Chair Grant Tennille will step down on July 15 after four years of stabilizing the party and achieving its first net gain in the state Legislature in 18 years. Vice Chair Jannie Cotton will serve as interim chair until a new election.