Opinion

Protecting Communities from Lethal Drugs
Opioids have posed a deadly threat to communities in Arkansas and across the country for years. One synthetic opioid in particular, fentanyl, has devastated too many individuals and families in our state and nationwide since before the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Arkansas House
As the 2025 Regular Session of the Arkansas General Assembly enters its 11th week, the House has been advancing legislation designed to address infrastructure, election processes, and public health.

State Capitol Week in Review
LITTLE ROCK – The legislature has approved and sent to the governor a bill that clarifies the meaning of a medical emergency when the life of a pregnant woman and her unborn children are threatened.

Easing the Tax Burden on Small Businesses and Farm Families
Arkansas farmers and small business owners work tirelessly to live the American Dream. These hardworking men and women rise early and go to bed late –– all after a long day’s work. Many of these farms and businesses are land rich but cash poor and face numerous challenges and adversities as they support their local communities and economies.

State Capitol Week in Review
LITTLE ROCK – The Senate passed legislation with far-reaching changes in how state-supported colleges and universities divide state aid, and how students qualify for scholarships.

Arkansas House
This week, the House voted 96-0 in favor of a bill to increase the Homestead Property Tax Credit. HB1534 increases the credit from $500 to… Login to continue reading Login…

Celebrating the Boys and Girls Club
In life there are sometimes “full circle” moments that help us appreciate things more, provide some needed perspective or produce nostalgia and fond memories.