Opinion

It was a quick turnaround for us here at Areawide News as turkey day earned us a few extra days off throughout the previous week.

Health care is an increasingly complex landscape to navigate, but that is even more true when access to medical care is scarce, as is the case in so many rural areas of Arkansas and across our country.

It’s getting down to crunch time for turkey day.

LITTLE ROCK – The governor proposed a balanced budget for legislators to consider during the 2025 session when they set spending levels for state government agencies.Arkansas operates under a balanced budget, but the governor’s proposal is important because it outlines her spending priorities for Fiscal Year 2026.

Earlier this month the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) announced the official designation of U.S.

It has been a running joke for awhile now but this year, I don’t know if it was because I paid attention more or it was just that much more prevalent, but it seemed as soon as the calendar hit Nov.

Veterans Day is a special time to remember and honor the sacrifices of the patriotic men and women who have answered the call to serve.

LITTLE ROCK – The governor unveiled a new pay plan for state employees that she will present for legislative approval during the 2025 regular session.At the announcement of the pay plan, she said it was the fulfillment of a promise she made when campaigning for office.

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.