Vincent Marshall

Some of you have jokes.Well at least one of you, so far.Recently I wrote in this column about my vitriol hatred for candy corn in all its nastiness form.

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas legislators have been hearing from constituents about the rising costs of homeowners insurance premiums, so during the 2025 session they will explore numerous options for holding down rate increases.At a recent meeting of the Senate and House Committees on Insurance and Commerce, top officials of the Arkansas Insurance Department briefed lawmakers on rising rates, and what other states have done to control them.Several nearby states have begun mitigation programs, which provide financial incentives for strengthening homes to limit damage from during storms.For example, in Alabama homeowners can apply for $10,000 to retrofit houses with features that can better withstand the high winds and flying debris caused by hurricanes.

This year the Arkansas Children’s Nutrition Center (ACNC) is celebrating thirty years of its efforts to expand access to innovative pediatric research and promote healthy development for children here in our state and beyond.

Arkansas is home to more than 182,000 veterans.