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Now that the Primary Election and subsequent runoff election are finished – and the Libertarian candidates joined the list – we have a full rundown of all of the candidates that Saline County voters will see in the General Election on November 3rd, 2026. Oh wait, just kidding – there’s more. But just in case […]
U.S. Sen. John Boozman (R-AR) joined lawmakers on Capitol Hill to promote new bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding paid family leave access for workers across the nation. Speaking during a panel hosted by The Hill, Boozman emphasized that paid leave is a non-partisan effort designed to support working families, small businesses, and elder care without […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management has appointed John Hogue as the state’s next State Fire Marshal, bringing 32 years of experience in fire, explosion and hazardous materials investigations to the position. Hogue will begin transitioning into the role immediately. Read more below. ADEM Director AJ Gary said Hogue’s investigative experience and leadership in complex […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
