Local & Regional News
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Ark. State Reps. Jimmy Gazaway (R-Paragould) and Ashley Hudson (D-Little Rock) discusses Arkansas's fiscal session impact, covering budget debates and crypto mining.
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Arkansas addresses maternal mortality, focusing on health coverage and access to doulas for women of color, under Governor Sanders' new policies.
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KASU News for Apr. 12, 2024: Arkansas seeks more budget for education, healthcare. New legislation on noisy crypto mines. Court debates ban on gender-affirming care.
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Federal appeals court in St. Louis reviews Arkansas' ban on gender-affirming care for minors, focusing on parental rights and state laws.
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Arkansas advocates push for funding in Pre-K, childcare, and disability services, highlighting underfunding and the need for improved worker wages.
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Legislative panel subpoenas Corrections Board member and counsel over hiring without formal bid, probing state law violations.
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Roby Brock discusses the LEARNS Act's impact on teacher salaries and educational choices with Secretary Jacob Oliva. More at TalkBusiness.net.
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The Arkansas Senate aims to revise the 2023 Arkansas Data Centers Act to address energy, noise, and security issues in rural crypto mines.
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Amazon plans a new last-mile facility in Jonesboro to enhance delivery services, creating jobs and investing in the local economy. Launch and renovation details forthcoming.
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KASU News for Apr. 11, 2024: Gov. Sanders' address, new State Trooper school, budget and crypto laws, social services rally, and notable hires and resignations.
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Lyon College's dental and vet school plans progress in Ark., with new Central Ark. location. Partnering with One Health, aiming for next fall's student intake.