Gov. Asa Hutchinson

In Dec. 2022 The Arkansas Women’s Commission released its report that analyzed the economic status of women in the workforce. According to Women’s Foundation of Arkansas CEO Anna Beth Gorman, this report is the first to be completed in almost…

The 12th annual Governor’s Award for Excellence in Global Trade recognized some of Arkansas’ best and brightest exporters. Gov. Asa Hutchinson and Jonathan Bricker, chair of the Arkansas District Export Council  (ARDEC) presented the awards to winners in six different…

In a recent ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion for the Arkansas Governor’s Quality Awards for the 27th Annual Quality Award Ceremony, Gov. Asa Hutchinson honored seven Arkansas businesses and organizations. An institute of higher education, an architecture and engineering firm…

Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced his opposition to proposed amendments to the regulations on implementing Title IX in a news conference on Sept. 15. The proposed amendments would reverse controversial changes made to the law under the previous administration, as well…

Touchdown in Little Rock: David Bazzel Oversees Little Rock Touchdown Club Growth, Success   David Bazzel’s “baby” turned 18 last month, and Gov. Asa Hutchinson, Razorback Football Coach Sam Pittman and several hundred more Arkansans joined the proud papa in…

Little Rock School District officials voted to raise starting teacher salaries. The salary for new teachers will now start at $45,500, up $2,500 from last year and a significant increase from the $36,000 starting salary of two years ago.  After…

President Biden’s announcement of a new plan to grant up to $10,000 in student loan relief has quickly become a hot topic of discussion, with many Arkansas politicians quickly issuing statements of support or opposition over Twitter. As expected, the…

The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld an injunction on Thursday blocking the enforcement of an Arkansas law that would ban gender-affirming health care for transgender youth.  U.S. District Judge Jay Moody had previously blocked enforcement of the law,…

The Forge Institute, a national leader in advancing cybersecurity capabilities, has recently received a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for the Cybersecurity for Small Business Pilot Program. This funding will allow expansion of the Arkansas Cyber Defense…

Sequretek, a global cybersecurity provider, announced on Aug. 16 that it would be opening its U.S. headquarters inside of The Little Rock Technology Park, citing the innovative technology focus, talent access and growth-friendly business environment as top reasons for naming…