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The Governor’s Dream Project Meets Harsh Reality in Franklin County
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 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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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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Former Gubernatorial Nominee to Take on Hill in 2026
Former Arkansas gubernatorial nominee Chris Jones files to challenge Republican Rep. French Hill in the 2026 election, setting up a high-profile contest in the state’s Second Congressional District.
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Ex-Governor Hutchinson Enters the Fight Over Sanders’s Prison Overhaul Plan
Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson has joined the legal battle between Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Attorney General Tim Griffin, and the State Board of Corrections over prison reform laws.
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As States Reconsider Fluoride, Will Arkansas Be Next?
Arkansas lawmakers debate water fluoridation as states like Florida and Utah ban the practice. Learn how the issue affects residents, public health, and legislation.
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Democrats in Little Rock Retain Chinese City Ties Despite GOP Push
Little Rock reclassifies its sister city partnership with Changchun, China, as a friendship city to comply with Arkansas’ new law banning such ties.
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Critical Race Theory Ban in Arkansas Gets Federal Court’s Backing
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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With Trump’s Blessing, Cotton’s Path to Re-Election Clears Further
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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Can a Servant Leader Win in Arkansas? Fred Love Thinks So
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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Can the New Third Party Impact Arkansas?
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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After Steering Through Crisis, Arkansas Democratic Chair Grant Tennille Steps Aside
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.