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The Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission kicks off Juneteenth federal holiday with a commemoration at Arkansas State Capitol
LITTLE ROCK-The mission of the Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission, a division of the Arkansas Department of Education, is to promote and preserve the life and legacy of Dr. King in our state; and to promote the principles of nonviolence and equality among all citizens. Our community outreach projects are designed to promote education, an appreciation for history, and to encourage youth to engage in positive leadership development and roles within their communities.
Read MoreThe Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission kicks off Juneteenth federal holiday with a commemoration at Arkansas State CapitolWisper Internet Strengthens Ozarks Network
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service. This benefit helps to connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more.
Read MoreWisper Internet Strengthens Ozarks NetworkSuspect in Marion County double homicide waives extradition, charged in murders
Dale Mark Stikeleather, 64, is being held without bond and charged in connection with the murders of a Marion County couple earlier this month. Stikeleather had resided at a home near the murder scene, but later located in Sugarland, Texas and questioned on May 16th by Arkansas State Police Special Agents. He was subsequently charged in Marion County with theft of property and held in Texas.
Read MoreSuspect in Marion County double homicide waives extradition, charged in murdersPleasant Ridge United Methodist Church decoration
Pleasant Ridge United Methodist Church and cemetery will have the annual homecoming and decoration Sunday, June 5, 2022. Rev.
Read MorePleasant Ridge United Methodist Church decorationHonoring Fallen Heroes
Arkansas native Brady Prewitt was recently laid to rest at his family’s plot in Sharp County. His return to The Natural State was a long time coming. The Navy Seaman 2nd Class was serving on the USS Oklahoma when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Read MoreHonoring Fallen HeroesHow Support Systems Are Failing Millions of American Children
(StatePoint) At a time when the economic impacts of COVID-19 are making it hard for many families to afford healthy food and safe housing, and ever-changing work and school schedules are making their logistics hard to juggle, a new report finds that inequities in the system are further exacerbating these issues for millions of American children.
Read MoreHow Support Systems Are Failing Millions of American ChildrenBarrett signs with Ottawa
Tyler Barrett signed with Ottawa University in Kansas to become a part of the Braves Track and Field team. Barrett won the State Championship in the Shot Put for 2023 and was part of the Panther team that finished runner-up for the second year in a row.
Read MoreBarrett signs with OttawaRutledge Announces $19 million Settlement with Ford Motor Company
Little Rock – Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge today announced a $19.2 million multistate settlement with Ford Motor Company regarding claims that Ford falsely advertised the real-world fuel economy of 2013–2014 C-Max hybrids and the payload capacity of 2011–2014 Super Duty pickup trucks. Arkansas will receive $245,765.75 from the settlement.
Read MoreRutledge Announces $19 million Settlement with Ford Motor CompanyBoozman Delivers Legislative Victories to Improve Veterans Benefits and Services
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Boozman, a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, is a longtime champion of our nation’s veterans. His continued advocacy on behalf of the men and women who served in uniform has most recently resulted in a trio of legislative achievements heading to the president’s desk to be signed into law.
Read MoreBoozman Delivers Legislative Victories to Improve Veterans Benefits and Services