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Arkansas Bill 1569 could provide new challenges for noncitizen truck drivers

Thursday, March 6 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas House Bill 1569, known as the Secure Roads and Safe Trucking Act of 2025, proposes significant changes targeting noncitizen commercial truck drivers. The bill introduces four new criminal offenses specifically for noncitizen drivers operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in Arkansas, which include:... Read More.

Legislature considering laws changing ballot initiative process

Thursday, March 6 by Ray King

Legislative efforts that critics say will radically upend the ballot initiative process in Arkansas are moving forward.The legislation could make it more difficult to place measures on the ballot, like those addressing contentious issues like abortion, casino gaming, and medical marijuana.Senate Bill 209 would... Read More.

States eye nitrogen gas use in executions

Thursday, March 6 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Hours after the nation’s first execution by nitrogen gas in January last year, Alabama’s attorney general urged other states to also develop it as a method for carrying out death sentences.Now, some states are following suit.Louisiana is scheduled to execute a... Read More.

UAMS accepting applications for summer programs for high school students

Wednesday, March 5 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is now accepting applications for its summer programs designed to introduce high school students to the wide variety of health care careers. UAMS’ Medical Applications of Science for Health (MASH) program is a free... Read More.

States look at dropping sales tax on groceries

Wednesday, March 5 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The number of states imposing sales taxes on groceries has shrunk over the years, and the number may decrease further in the coming months as lawmakers hear complaints about high prices for eggs and other household staples.Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee... Read More.

Governor Sanders announces legislation to cut grocery taxes, expand food donations

Tuesday, March 4 by Deltaplex Staff

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders recently introduced two significant legislative initiatives aimed at addressing food-related challenges in Arkansas: the Grocery Tax Relief Act and the Good Neighbor Act.The Grocery Tax Relief Act seeks to eliminate the state-level grocery tax on food ingredients, aiming to alleviate... Read More.

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Entergy offers tips when severe weather hits

Monday, March 3 by Ray King

Little Rock, Ark. – After multiple rounds of snowfall and extreme cold temperatures the last two months, many people are ready to welcome spring weather to the Natural State. But like it’s winter counterpart, spring can also bring dangerous weather like thunderstorms to our... Read More.

Arkansas Economic Growth: Major Investments and Future Opportunities

Wednesday, February 26 by Deltaplex Staff

As Arkansas continues to attract significant business investments, Clint O’Neal - Executive Director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) - is optimistic about the state’s economic trajectory.In a recent interview with Deltaplex, O’Neal highlighted major development wins, ongoing initiatives to support small businesses,... Read More.

Dillard’s reported earnings beat expectations

Tuesday, February 25 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK (AP) — On Tuesday, Dillard's Inc. (DDS) reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $214.4 million.The Little Rock, Arkansas-based company said it had profit of $13.48 per share.The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was... Read More.

Arkansas Senate to Vote on New Vehicle Repair Payment Legislation

Monday, February 24 by Deltaplex Staff

Legislation that will affect how vehicle repairs will be paid for is expected to be voted on Monday in the Arkansas Senate after it passed the House of Representatives last week.Appearing on the Oldies 1013 Morning Showe, C.J. Huber, the owner of C.J.’s Body... Read More.

Arkansas Governor Introduces Free Breakfast and Cell Phone Ban in Schools to Boost Education

Friday, February 21 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has enacted two new laws aimed at enhancing the education system across the state. The signing ceremony at the Arkansas State Capitol underscored the Governor's focus on addressing key educational challenges.The first law ensures that every public school student... Read More.

Governor declares state of emergency due to pending winter storm

Monday, February 17 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency in Arkansas in anticipation of severe winter weather expected to hit the state on Tuesday.Sanders said the declaration is necessary to address the challenges posed by the impending storm."Adverse circumstances may come to... Read More.

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