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Boozman Deeply Disappointed as Democrats Block Farm Bill Advancement
U.S. Senator John Boozman of Arkansas says he is deeply disappointed after Democrats on the Senate Agriculture Committee voted against advancing the Agricultural Act of 2026, commonly known as Farm Bill 2.0.
Governor Sanders, AEDC Award $12.5 Million in Grants to 88 Rural Arkansas Communities
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) have announced more than $12.52 million in grants to help strengthen rural communities across the Natural State.
Jennifer Christman Cia Promoted To Director Of Publications For Electric Cooperatives Of Arkansas
The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas have announced the promotion of Jennifer Christman Cia to director of publications while she continues serving as editor of Arkansas Living magazine.
State Representative Shad Pearce Salutes Arkansas Farm Families and Agriculture Industry
State Representative Shad Pearce is taking time out to recognize the hardworking farm families who continue to drive Arkansas’ largest industry and support communities across the state.
Arkansas Rural Services Division Helping Small Communities Through Grants
Small communities across Arkansas continue receiving support through grant programs and leadership training administered by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission’s Division of Rural Services.
Arkansas Health Survey Finds Nearly 30% of Adults Face Food Insecurity
New findings from the Arkansas Health Survey food insecurity report show that 28.8% of adult Arkansans — approximately 688,000 people — lack consistent, reliable access to nutritious food needed for a healthy life.
Old State House Museum Opens “Disfarmer: Portraits of Rural Arkansas” Exhibit Jan. 9
The Old State House Museum is opening a powerful new exhibit, “Disfarmer: Portraits of Rural Arkansas,” on Friday, January 9, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Governor Sanders Inducts 42 New Family Farms into the Arkansas Century Farm Program
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has officially recognized 42 farm families as the newest inductees into the Arkansas Century Farm Program, celebrating…
