Breaking NewsThe Arkansas State Fair announced Friday there will be no event for 2020 due to coronavirus concerns.4:55 PM CDT July 17, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — According to the board of directors for the Arkansas Livestock Show Association, the 2020 Arkansas State Fair has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.This year’s event was scheduled for October 16 – 25.Although the fair is canceled, General Manager Doug White says the door is still open for a possible livestock during that time.“We have been closely monitoring COVID-19 data from local, state and federal health officials for the...…Breaking NewsThe Arkansas State Fair announced Friday there will be no event for 2020 due to coronavirus concerns.4:55 PM CDT July 17, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — According to the board of directors for the Arkansas Livestock Show Association, the 2020 Arkansas State Fair has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.This year’s event was scheduled for October 16 – 25.Although the fair is canceled, General Manager Doug White says the door is still open for a possible livestock during that time.“We have been closely monitoring COVID-19 data from local, state and federal health officials for the...WW…

Breaking NewsGov. Asa Hutchinson announced face coverings will be required statewide, starting July 20, to help prevent further spread of the coronavirus.8:21 AM CDT July 20, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Starting Monday, July 20, takes effect as our battle against COVID-19 continues.The governor cited several reasons for the mandate; the first reason being the , hospitalizations, and deaths. He said the numbers indicate that we need to do more.The Secretary of Health shall issue a public health directive requiring every person in Arkansas to wear a face covering over the mouth and nose:In all...…Breaking NewsGov. Asa Hutchinson announced face coverings will be required statewide, starting July 20, to help prevent further spread of the coronavirus.8:21 AM CDT July 20, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Starting Monday, July 20, takes effect as our battle against COVID-19 continues.The governor cited several reasons for the mandate; the first reason being the , hospitalizations, and deaths. He said the numbers indicate that we need to do more.The Secretary of Health shall issue a public health directive requiring every person in Arkansas to wear a face covering over the mouth and nose:In all...WW…

Breaking NewsThe school board member made the controversial statement during a board meeting on how to re-open schools during the coronavirus pandemic.2:52 PM CDT July 22, 2020RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas — A school board member for the Russellville School District is facing criticism on social media after he said has been trying to get his kids to contract coronavirus before school starts.Jeff Carter, who is the school board secretary, made the comments Tuesday night at a board meeting during a discussion on the district's plan to re-open for the fall semester.In the video posted to the , Carter...…Breaking NewsThe school board member made the controversial statement during a board meeting on how to re-open schools during the coronavirus pandemic.2:52 PM CDT July 22, 2020RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas — A school board member for the Russellville School District is facing criticism on social media after he said has been trying to get his kids to contract coronavirus before school starts.Jeff Carter, who is the school board secretary, made the comments Tuesday night at a board meeting during a discussion on the district's plan to re-open for the fall semester.In the video posted to the , Carter...WW…

Breaking NewsSupha Xayprasith-Mays is a first-generation Arkansan who will be running for governor as a Democrat.5:25 PM CDT March 26, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas now has a Democrat running for governor in Arkansas next year.Supha Xayprasith-Mays is a first-generation Arkansan whose family fled Laos in search of a better life. She attended school in Northwest Arkansas and began her career at Wal-Mart's corporate headquarters. Upon leaving Wal-Mart, she worked to establish a career as an entrepreneur in multiple business sectors, including publishing, business consulting,...…Breaking NewsSupha Xayprasith-Mays is a first-generation Arkansan who will be running for governor as a Democrat.5:25 PM CDT March 26, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas now has a Democrat running for governor in Arkansas next year.Supha Xayprasith-Mays is a first-generation Arkansan whose family fled Laos in search of a better life. She attended school in Northwest Arkansas and began her career at Wal-Mart's corporate headquarters. Upon leaving Wal-Mart, she worked to establish a career as an entrepreneur in multiple business sectors, including publishing, business consulting,...WW…

Breaking NewsThe purpose of the bill would be to "empower city and county governments to more easily let their voters decide on Sunday liquor sales," said Rep. Whitaker.3:18 PM CDT March 16, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — (Eds. Note: The attached video is a report on the passing of a separate liquor delivery bill in the Arkansas Senate.) in an effort for Arkansas cities or counties to be able to hold an election to decide whether to sell alcohol on Sundays.The lead sponsor of the bill is Rep. David Whitaker (D) of District 85. "I just filed HB1748, a Bill to empower City and County...…Breaking NewsThe purpose of the bill would be to "empower city and county governments to more easily let their voters decide on Sunday liquor sales," said Rep. Whitaker.3:18 PM CDT March 16, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — (Eds. Note: The attached video is a report on the passing of a separate liquor delivery bill in the Arkansas Senate.) in an effort for Arkansas cities or counties to be able to hold an election to decide whether to sell alcohol on Sundays.The lead sponsor of the bill is Rep. David Whitaker (D) of District 85. "I just filed HB1748, a Bill to empower City and County...WW…

Breaking NewsLibertarian challenger Ricky Dale Harrington Jr. spoke at length about what he'd do differently than Sen. Tom Cotton, who declined the Arkansas PBS debate.2:31 PM CDT October 15, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — A U.S. Senate debate took center stage , but only one of the candidates participated.Libertarian challenger Ricky Dale Harrington Jr. is the sole candidate on the 2020 ballot looking to unseat Republican incumbent Senator Tom Cotton.And while Harrington accepted the invite to the debate, Cotton declined to show up.But that didn't stop Harrington, who showed up and answered...…Breaking NewsLibertarian challenger Ricky Dale Harrington Jr. spoke at length about what he'd do differently than Sen. Tom Cotton, who declined the Arkansas PBS debate.2:31 PM CDT October 15, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — A U.S. Senate debate took center stage , but only one of the candidates participated.Libertarian challenger Ricky Dale Harrington Jr. is the sole candidate on the 2020 ballot looking to unseat Republican incumbent Senator Tom Cotton.And while Harrington accepted the invite to the debate, Cotton declined to show up.But that didn't stop Harrington, who showed up and answered...WW…