CAMDEN — As they stood before massive rocket launchers built in part by their Arkansas constituents, Republican lawmakers were getting an unambiguous message Thursday from America’s top military officer: A Ukraine aid package that’s stalled in Congress will not only help in the fight against Russia, but also support jobs in their districts. more

With less than a month remaining before the Great American Solar Eclipse, the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) took a significant step by conducting a live training exercise. This exercise was designed to test ADEM's response to issues that may arise as visitors flock to Arkansas to witness the event. ADEM responders and other state agencies looked at possible scenarios, such as severe weather, traffic, medical emergencies, and communication challenges. more

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Sales of mixed drinks, liquor, and beer in Arkansas surged in 2023, evidenced by the uptick in excise tax collections on alcoholic beverages across the state. more

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is pleased to partner with the Farm Credit Associations of Arkansas for the ninth annual Arkansas Farmers Market Promotion Program. This program, which is administered by the Department and funded by the Farm Credit Associations of Arkansas, helps build awareness for farmers markets and their vendors. This program provides funding assistance for the state’s farmers markets to serve their communities as consumer interest in locally grown and made products continues to increase. more

The 41st Annual Arkansas Fiddlers Convention will be held March 21-24, at the North Arkansas College South Campus, 1515 Pioneer Drive in Harrison. The event will include jam sessions, performances, awards, and more. For more details visit FiddlersConvention.weebly.com or contact arkansasfiddlersconvention@yahoo.com. There is also a Facebook group with information about the event, search for "Harrison Arkansas Fiddle Convention Group" on Facebook and join. more

Economic Cooperation Agreement Between the State of Arkansas of the United States of America and Korea's International Trade Association and Korea's-U.S. Economic Council, Inc. more

LITTLE ROCK — More farmers seem to be adopting cover crops and no-till, according to data from the 2022 Census of Agriculture, which was released in February 2024. more

LITTLE ROCK — In compliance with Executive Order 23-27 signed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture (Department) is updating the Arkansas Water Plan and developing the state’s first-ever statewide flood plan. more

LITTLE ROCK — Attorney General Tim Griffin has promoted Senior Assistant Attorney General Noah Watson to Deputy Attorney General for Opinions and FOIA. Watson takes over role from Ryan Owsley, who was promoted to Chief Deputy Attorney General after the unexpected passing of Chief Deputy Bob. R. Brooks, Jr. in February. more

LITTLE ROCK — The Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission (KAB) has announced the kickoff of the 2024 Keep America Beautiful Great American Cleanup in Arkansas. Arkansans are invited to register and host their own cleanups from March 1 through May 31. more

The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) reported 78 influenza-related deaths in the 2023-24 flu season, including 1 pediatric death. It also reports10 out of 13 for the influenza-like-illness. more

The statewide gas price average in Arkansas was $3.07 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, according to the AAA Arkansas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is 10 cents more compared to that day last week and is four cents more per gallon compared to that day last year. more

LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Wednesday proposed a $6.3 billion budget for the coming year, with most of the increase in spending going toward a school voucher program. more

FAYETTEVILLE — If you own a small business, farm, or share beneficial ownership of an entity, you are likely subject to a new reporting requirement in 2024. The Corporate Transparency Act is directed at small businesses or entities who have beneficial owners, and failure to comply with reporting may result in criminal fines and penalties. more

PINE BLUFF — Applications are now being accepted for AgDiscovery, a residential career and science exploration program for teens, Dr. Christopher C. Mathis Jr., AgDiscovery program director, said. more

Dave Pratt, an authority on sustainable agriculture and profitable ranching, has been named the 2024 King Visiting Scholar by the Department of Animal Science in U of A's Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences. more

RUSSELLVILLE — Arkansas Tech University benefactor Jimmy Ferguson will provide the spring 2024 ATU School of Business Distinguished Lecture Series address. more

Bradford pear trees have exploded in a flurry of white flowers this week. The pretty (and notoriously foul smelling) trees can be seen blooming along the highways, outside of businesses and in yards throughout the area this time of year. The appearance of their blooms is a sure sign of early spring in Arkansas. While the plentiful flowers are visually stunning, the trees are unwelcome in many ways. more

Daniel Caudle, 36, and Misty Berdine, 33, both of Omaha, pleaded guilty to Medicaid Fraud this week. Medicaid Fraud is a Class A misdemeanor. The pair were discovered claiming Medicaid payments for providing care to their son when he was not in their custody.  more