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Ray: PRO Act would 'destroy jobs and weaken our economy' in Arkansas

By Solange DeLisle | Sep 17, 2021

Democratic lawmakers hope to solidify the passage of a federal law that would protect the efforts of workers trying to unionize, but some Republican lawmakers believe it would be bad for the economy.

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Arkansas takes action to prevent future elections from being funded by 'questionable' donations

By Solange DeLisle | Jun 1, 2021

Gov. Asa Hutchinson and the Arkansas State Legislature are hoping to prevent future elections from receiving questionable funding from outside organizations – as several states saw in the 2020 election and runoffs – including a nonprofit funneling money donated by the founder of a popular social media website.

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$4.65 million grant to Northwest Arkansas National Airport is boon for 'vital connector and economic engine'

By Solange DeLisle | May 19, 2021

The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded Northwest Arkansas National Airport in Highfill a $4.65 million grant to replace aging concrete on the taxiway.

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Womack advances bill to provide veterans with 'transformational and life-saving' support animals

By Solange DeLisle | May 19, 2021

A bill aimed at providing veterans who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder better access to service dogs is now headed to the United States Senate.

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Chung: 'Minari' tells the story of Korean immigrants in Arkansas

By Solange DeLisle | Mar 21, 2021

"Minari" may have won a Golden Globe Award, but the film's connection to Arkansas are based on a true story about Korean immigrants working toward building their own American dream of growing produce on the farm.

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Grammy Educator Award-winner Jeffrey Allen Murdock believes everyone should have access to music education 'no matter who they are'

By Solange DeLisle | Mar 20, 2021

University of Arkansas associate professor Jeffrey Allen Murdock was picked from 10 finalists and named the winner of this year's Grammy Music Educator Award, the top honor for teachers who've made an impact in music education and are committed to keeping it in the curriculum.