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'The economy continues to expand in Arkansas': report shows state's unemployment rate continues to drop ahead of national average

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 3, 2021

Arkansas' economy continues to show signs of recovery as the unemployment rate continues to drop.

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'Lowering the burden of taxes on Arkansans will help us move forward,' economic analyst declares

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 2, 2021

An economic analyst recently explored the potential benefits of lowering taxes in Arkansas.

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U.S. Bureau of Labor report shows Arkansas' unemployment rate 'continues to be significantly below the national rate'

By Andy Nghiem | Sep 26, 2021

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that Arkansas’ unemployment rate dipped slightly to 4.3% in July after being stuck at 4.4% for the previous four months.

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Legislature passes bills to support Hutchinson's order, get ‘Arkansans back on the job’

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 26, 2021

The Arkansas state legislature has passed measures to end several federal unemployment benefits in the state.

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Arkansas passes bill to fight unemployment fraud and 'pursue recovery of improper overpayments of unemployment'

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 26, 2021

In response to rampant unemployment fraud, the state of Arkansas has passed a bill that will strengthen the state's fraud prevention abilities.

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Senator seeks assurance from federal, state authorities that bridge will be 'safely reopened as soon as possible'

By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021

Sen. John Boozman recently convened a phone call between members of the Arkansas and Tennessee Congressional delegations and U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to discuss the repairs of the Interstate 40 Hernando de Soto bridge.

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Hutchinson has 'great confidence' that de Soto bridge will reopen safely

By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021

Gov. Asa Hutchinson met with Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee in Memphis on May 17 to update the public on the status of the closed Interstate 40 Hernando de Soto bridge.

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Scott seeks 'to be transformational' as first vice president of African American Mayors Association

By Andy Nghiem | May 21, 2021

Scott previously served as second vice president to the AAMA in only his second year as mayor of Little Rock.

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'We should be proud': Mayor ends mask mandate in Little Rock

By Andy Nghiem | May 21, 2021

On May 22, the City of Little Rock will end its mask mandate based on information from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

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'Nuclear energy should be a part of the plan': Hill responds to Environmental Advisory Justice Council

By Andy Nghiem | May 19, 2021

The White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council recently stated their opposition to projects including nuclear and carbon energy capture projects, according to The Hill.

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'Wrong time for deficit spending': 87% of Americans concerned about inflation

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 29, 2021

New data shows that the vast majority of Americans are concerned about inflation and are consistently increasing their inflation expectations.

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Cotton sponsors bill requiring 'severe consequences' for foreign officials that take U.S. hostages

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 25, 2021

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) is sponsoring a bill that would require the president to impose mandatory sanctions on foreign government officials responsible for taking Americans hostage.

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Cotton, Boozman back bill so military spouses can 'pursue their careers uninterrupted' by deployment orders

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 25, 2021

U.S. Sens. Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and John Boozman (R-Arkansas) are co-sponsoring legislation that would allow military spouses with valid professional licenses in one state to have their licenses reciprocated in the state where their spouse is currently serving on military orders.

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Arkansas legislators close to passing bill to establish 'some warrant of habitability' for rental properties

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 25, 2021

A bill that protects Arkansas tenants by creating basic housing standards for rental properties across the state may soon be signed into law.

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Hendren on leaving GOP: 'A return to bipartisanship'

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 21, 2021

Arkansas State Sen. Jim Hendren recently announced that he’s left the Republican Party to become an independent with no party affiliation, citing extreme partisanship as his reason for leaving.

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Davis: Hutchinson's decision to sign SB 24 will lead to 'more gun deaths'

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 21, 2021

Edmond Davis, the director of the Derek Olivier Research Institute (DORI) for the Prevention of Violence, recently voiced his opinion on Gov. Asa Hutchinson's decision to proclaim March 5 Wrightsville 69 Memorial Day.

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Hutchinson signs controversial voter ID bill into law

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 19, 2021

Gov. Asa Hutchinson recently signed a bill that requires Arkansas voters to present a photo ID for provisional ballots to be counted while eliminating signature verification requirements for provisional ballots.

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Children’s Scholarship Fund alum gives back to organization

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

Nicole Serrato credits support from the Children’s Scholarship Fund (CSF) and strong female mentorship with inspiring her to become an advocate for children’s education, according to The Walton Family Foundation.

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Arkansas Education Association invites readers to participate in Read Across America

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

The Arkansas Education Association (AEA) is inviting children, parents and families to join the Read Across America celebration, according to a March 2 Facebook post by the AEA.

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Tyson Foods rolls out company vaccination sites, will compensate workers for time lost getting vaccine

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

Tyson Foods recently announced that employees will be compensated for up to four hours of regular pay if they need to receive the vaccine outside of their normal shift or through an external source.