Recent Local Headlines
Michael Hibblen
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Little Rock Public Radio
DPA Chair Grant Tennille has led the party since 2021. Officials will choose a new party leader in the next two months.
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The response says harm is not sufficient for court intervention, since copies of the Ten Commandments have yet to be displayed in public buildings. -
Screenshot from livestreamThe decades-long recurring contract seemed to be in temporary jeopardy at a meeting Monday.
Russ Harrington
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Arkansas State University
Trisha Yearwood joins Rosanne Cash and John Leventhal for the 2025 Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle at Arkansas State University on Sept. 12.
Antoinette Grajeda
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Arkansas Advocate
Molly Harmon
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RickFaris.com
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Talk Business and PoliticsRep. Rick Crawford supports targeted Iran strikes, praises U.S. Steel’s Nippon deal for Arkansas, and updates Farm Bill talks. -
Antoinette Grajeda/Arkansas AdvocateArkansas’ prison board approved a $57M design contract for a planned 3,000-bed prison despite concerns over location and community impact.
The Arkansas Newswrap
The Arkansas Newswrap: Thousands protest Trump policies as Little Rock joins national movement
Arkansans protest Trump, Arkansas ranks 45th for child wellbeing, and a new album preserves Benny Strickler’s jazz legacy. Listen for context and insights.
The Arkansas Newswrap: FEMA offers aid to spring storm survivors across the state
FEMA aid, tobacco research, USS Razorback’s legacy, and legal news from Arkansas schools and state laws in this week’s Arkansas Newswrap.
The Arkansas Newswrap: Pine Bluff’s Saenger Theater restoration takes shape
Saenger Theater revival, Newport’s 150th, and Lake Wedington renovations—this week on The Arkansas Newswrap.
The Arkansas Newswrap: Search continues for escaped inmate Grant Hardin
Escaped inmate search, state control of Blytheville schools, and hospital bankruptcy fallout are featured in this week’s Arkansas Newswrap.
The Arkansas Newswrap: ATF faces lawsuit over fatal airport director raid
This week: ATF lawsuit, Arkansas prison plan opposition, FEMA disaster aid, direct democracy amendment, and an EP rooted in Arkansas history.
The Arkansas Newswrap: Migrant communities in Arkansas face fear and misinformation
Immigration fears, a tense town hall, Crystal Bridges visit, flood recovery, and Real ID deadline updates—this week on The Arkansas Newswrap.
Local Justice, Politics, & Money
Pcess609
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Adobe Stock
Arkansas medical marijuana sales hit $121 million so far in 2025, with sales and tax revenue up. Patient cards and dispensary sales continue to grow.
Talk Business on KASU
Rachel Bunch discusses first-of-its-kind nursing school initiative
Rachel Bunch discusses Arkansas’s new employer-sponsored nursing schools and how they help grow the state’s healthcare workforce.
John Brummett breaks down Trump’s approach to global conflicts and immigration policy
John Brummett joins Roby Brock to discuss Trump’s handling of Middle East tensions, Iran’s nuclear threat, and U.S. immigration policy.
Congressman Rick Crawford analyzes Israel-Iran tensions and U.S. options
Congressman Rick Crawford talks with Roby Brock about Israel-Iran tensions, cyber threats, diplomacy, and how the U.S. can avoid military entanglement.
Grant Tennille and Bill Vickery discuss Middle East tensions and California unrest
Grant Tennille and Bill Vickery join Roby Brock to discuss Middle East tensions, California protests, and U.S. immigration policy.
Congressman Steve Womack talks Ukraine, federal cuts, and government efficiency
Congressman Steve Womack discusses federal spending cuts, government efficiency, and the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
The Future of Women's Rights in Arkansas: A Policy Deep Dive
Annabeth Gorman discusses maternal health wins, childcare tax credits, and the impact of Senate Bill 3 on women's programs in Arkansas.
Local Agriculture, Weather, Environment, and Infrastructure
MaxSafaniuk
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Adobe Stock
Arkansas passes bills for $500 million in water upgrades, emergency grants, and levee checks to ensure clean, reliable water statewide.
Local Health, Sports, Education & Community Culture
Vitalii Vodolazskyi
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Adobe Stock
CBO warns 16 million may lose Medicaid under GOP bill funding tax cuts, immigration raids, and the border wall, risking rural hospitals and adding debt.
Jacob Lund
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Adobe Stock
The Story of Arkansas Cities & Towns
Cord
In this episode, Rich Carvell discusses Cord in Independence County.
Convenience and Conway
In this episode, Rich Carvell discusses Convenience in Independence County and Conway in Faulkner County.
Congo
In this episode, Rich Carvell discusses Congo in Saline County.
Concord
In this episode, Rich Carvell discusses Concord in Cleburne County.
Columbus, Combs and Compton
In this episode, Rich Carvell discusses Columbus in Hempstead County, Combs in Madison County, and Compton in Newton County.
Columbia
In this episode, Rich Carvell discusses Columbia in Randolph County.