Latino entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the state will be recognized this fall during the Arkansas Latino Business Awards 2026, an event celebrating the achievements and impact of Latino-owned businesses throughout Arkansas. Hosted by…
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Arkansas Securities Department Warns Bitcoin Depot Customers After Bankruptcy Filing, Consumers May Be Eligible for Refunds
The Arkansas Securities Department is alerting consumers that Bitcoin Depot Operating LLC, a company that operated cryptocurrency kiosks across the country, has filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations, leaving some Arkansas customers eligible to seek…
Rep. French Hill Awards USDA His “Golden Fleece Award” Over $320 Million in Stolen SNAP Benefits, Including More Than $550,000 Lost by Arkansas Families
U.S. Representative French Hill (R-Arkansas-02) has named the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) as the latest recipient of his Golden Fleece Award, criticizing the agency for what he called its failure to prevent widespread electronic…
Heber Springs City Council Names New Airport Manager, Honors Charlie Evans, Advances Flood Mitigation Project and Makes Key Appointments During June 16 Meeting
The Heber Springs City Council approved a new airport manager, voted to honor one of Arkansas’ most respected aviation leaders, authorized the city’s police department to pursue a federal grant for School Resource Officers, and…
Governor Sanders Announces $3.48 Million for Water and Wastewater Projects Across Arkansas
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced $3,477,436 in financial assistance for water and wastewater infrastructure projects that will benefit communities across Arkansas, including Decatur, Ratliff, Horseshoe Bend, and statewide training programs. State officials say three…
Betsy Broyles Arnold Named Arkansas Broadcasters Association 2026 Arkansan of the Year
The Arkansas Broadcasters Association (ABA) has announced that Betsy Broyles Arnold will receive the prestigious Arkansan of the Year Award during the organization’s annual convention this September, recognizing her decades of dedication to supporting Alzheimer’s…
Lyon College Dental Faculty Member Jessica Sliger Earns Multiple National Honors
A faculty member helping shape the future of dental education at Lyon College has been recognized with several prestigious national honors for her leadership, clinical excellence and commitment to pediatric dentistry. Dr. Jessica Sliger, a…
Operation Return to Sender: 23 Charged, 312 Pounds of Meth Seized in Major Arkansas Drug Bust
A sweeping federal drug investigation spanning two years, multiple states, and involving dozens of law enforcement agencies has resulted in one of the largest methamphetamine trafficking cases in recent Arkansas history. Federal officials announced that…
Boozman’s Chief of Staff Toni-Marie Higgins Named 2026 Democracy Award Recipient
U.S. Senator John Boozman’s longtime Chief of Staff, Toni-Marie Higgins, has been honored with one of Congress’ highest professional recognitions after being named the 2026 Democracy Award recipient for Chief of Staff of the Year…
Searcy City Council Approves 10-Year Lease for Former Library to Forward Searcy
The Searcy City Council has officially approved a 10-year lease allowing Forward Searcy to transform the former Searcy Public Library into a collaborative economic development center after the organization secured $500,000 in private funding for…
