As July rolls around, so does National Parks and Recreation Month, a time to recognize the importance of parks and recreation in establishing and maintaining the well-being of communities. We invite you to celebrate this month by visiting one of Arkansas’s 52 state parks. The parks include about 55,000 acres with 1,800 campsites, 208 cabins, [...]
The Mental Health Working Group meeting scheduled to be held at the State Capitol in Room 130, on July 17th, from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. I invite all concerned about the Mental Health Crisis we are experiencing to join us.
This week, the Joint Performance Review Committee received testimony from state and county election officials about the use of paper ballots and voting machines. The 94th General Assembly has been diligently working to pass legislation that ensures the security of our elections. During the 2023 Regular Session, we enacted several important laws to safeguard our [...]
The Arkansas General Assembly is set to convene for a special session on Monday, June 17. Governor Sanders issued the call earlier this week, highlighting several key agenda items. Among the priorities are significant tax cuts, including reductions in both individual income and corporate income taxes. The proposed plan aims to lower the top individual [...]
Women have been part of the American military narrative since the Revolutionary War, initially serving as nurses, spies, and support staff. Today, they are integral to every branch of the armed forces, serving in roles that span from combat pilots to intelligence analysts. One of the pieces of legislation signed into law during the 2023 [...]
Arkansas Farmers Market Week is just around the corner, running from June 9-15. With over 100 markets across the state, this is the perfect opportunity to explore the vibrant offerings of Arkansas agriculture. Direct-to-consumer sales through these markets and other channels support more than 1,500 local farmers. Whether you're after the freshest produce, a [...]
Memorial Day signifies more than just the unofficial commencement of summer. It is a day to pause, reflect, and honor the countless individuals who have laid down their lives in defense of our freedoms. Their selflessness and courage epitomize the very essence of patriotism, reminding us of the extraordinary debt we owe to those who [...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans' lives and celebrating recovery from mental illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 23% of Arkansans reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorders from March to April of this [...]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING: The public is formally invited to attend the Lawrence County Quorum Court meeting May 13th, 2024, at 5:30. The meeting will be held in the courtroom at the Lawrence County Courthouse. In addition to the regular agenda, there shall be a public discussion on increasing funding to the road department. The [...]
The 2024 Fiscal Session of the General Assembly will commence on April 10, 2024, at noon. Following the House's initial convening, there will be a brief recess before a Joint Session with the Senate to hear the Governor's address. Amendment 86 stipulates that the General Assembly will focus solely on the budget, with any discussion [...]
