Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Human Services announced on Tuesday morning a new $17 million framework to provide supportive living services to more than 2,400 families currently on the state’s disability waiver waitlist. The initiative aims to expand in-home care access for Arkansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the state’s […]
State Land Auction finished but you can still redeem or purchase tax-delinquent property
A recent public auction of tax-delinquent properties across Saline, Grant, Hot Spring, and Perry counties generated nearly $1.4 million in total sales, according to the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands office. The regional auction drew 142 registered bidders who purchased 231 parcels, returning delinquent properties to active local tax rolls. Read more below. What already […]
Nominations open for Senior Arkansans Hall of Fame; Deadline Sept 14th
Nominate an outstanding senior citizen. The Arkansas Department of Human Services’ Division of Aging, Adult and Behavioral Health Services (DAABHS) is seeking nominees for induction into the Senior Arkansans Hall of Fame. Read more below. Through this program, the Division recognizes outstanding senior Arkansans who have served their communities and enhanced the lives of fellow […]
Who is Jesse Thompson and why is a new street in Benton named after him?
Local residents have seen the big green street sign that says “Jesse Thompson Parkway,” and they want to know who he is, and why a new street off Highway 229 is named after him. In January 2026, seven months before Buc-ee’s would hold their grand opening on 229 and I-30, I asked the Arkansas Department […]
Arkansas students can now apply simultaneously at up to 5 colleges online – and waive fees
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) have officially launched the Arkansas ACCESS Portal, a new universal application system designed to streamline the college admissions process for high school seniors across the state. The online platform allows students to apply to up to five participating higher education institutions using a single […]
Tax-Free Weekend is August 1-2 in Arkansas; See the items that qualify
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration announced the details for the 2026 sales tax holiday, offering shoppers a chance to save on apparel, electronics, and essential back-to-school items. The 48-hour tax-free weekend will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, and run through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. Read all of the […]
ARDOT to close ramps on Exits 111 and 114 from July 8-11
Work on Interstate 30 (I-30) in Saline County requires temporary closures of two ramps on I-30 eastbound from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly starting Wednesday night, July 8, through Saturday morning, July 11. Read more below. Weather permitting, crews will close the ramps at the following times: 9 p.m. Wed, Jul 8 – 6 […]
ARDOT central office to reopen July 8 following asbestos closure and cleanup
UPDATE: JULY 7, 2026 ORIGINAL: JULY 6, 2026 The Arkansas Department of Transportation’s (ARDOT) Central Office Tower is expected to reopen on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, following a temporary closure triggered by elevated asbestos levels. Officials confirmed the building is safe for employees to return after comprehensive cleaning and recent air quality tests showed asbestos […]
ARDOT to close section of Highway 229 July 6th for drainage improvements
Highway 229 from the Interstate 30 (I-30) Frontage Road north to W. Jackman Trail is scheduled to close overnight from 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Monday, July 6. Weather permitting, the closure will allow contractors to install drainage crossings. A signed detour will be in place. To reach the north side of the closure, […]
Arkansas to ban certain sweet items from SNAP benefits beginning July 1st
SNAP benefits won’t be less sweet come July in Arkansas. Beginning Wednesday, July 1st, 2026, there’s a list of things that you will no longer be able to purchase with SNAP benefits. Candy and sodas are the big ones. Arkansas Governor Sanders’ waiver to ban soft drinks and candy from Arkansas’ Supplemental Nutritional Assistance […]
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