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Hutchinson to Sign Stand-Your-Ground, Voter ID Bills Into Law
by Tyler Hale March 3, 2021
by Tyler Hale March 3, 2021
Gov. Asa Hutchinson will be signing two controversial bills from state legislators into law. On Wednesday, March 3, he signaled his intention to sign Senate Bill 24 and House Bill 1112 into law during a press briefing. Senate Bill 24,…
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Arkansas House Passes Stand Your Ground Bill in Overwhelming Vote
by Tyler Hale February 24, 2021
by Tyler Hale February 24, 2021
Senate Bill 24 (SB 24), commonly known as the Stand Your Ground Bill, has been passed overwhelmingly by the Arkansas House of Representatives. House lawmakers passed the bill by a margin of 73 to 23 with four not voting and…
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4th & 25: After Last Week’s Near Disaster, Aggies Are No Joke September 23, 2022
I grew up in the tail end of the Southwest Conference era – before Arkansas broke off from that storied but doomed vessel and departed for the SEC, greener of pastures, and of pocketbook. I was just old enough to… The post 4th & 25: After Last Week’s Near Disaster, Aggies Are No Joke appeared […]
Recreational Marijuana Approved for Arkansas November Ballot September 23, 2022
The Arkansas Supreme Court confirmed on Thursday that come November, voters will be able to decide whether or not to legalize recreational marijuana, overturning a state panel’s decision to block the measure, according recent reports from the Associated Press. In… The post Recreational Marijuana Approved for Arkansas November Ballot appeared first on AMP.
Governor Hutchinson Appoints Mark White as Secretary of DHS September 22, 2022
Governor Asa Hutchinson has announced his appointment of Mark White as the new Secretary of the Department of Human Services, filling a position that will soon be vacated by the resignation of Cindy Gillespie, which is to take effect in… The post Governor Hutchinson Appoints Mark White as Secretary of DHS appeared first on AMP.
Museum of Discovery Adding New Two-Story Climbing Structure September 22, 2022
The Museum of Discovery in downtown Little Rock has announced a major new addition: a two-story, three-tower climbing structure, literally the biggest thing to ever come to the museum, which will be installed around the stairs. This is part of… The post Museum of Discovery Adding New Two-Story Climbing Structure appeared first on AMP.
Nominate AMPs 2023 Influencers of the Year September 22, 2022
There is still time to submit your nominations for the inaugural Arkansas Influencers of the Year awards. In 2023, Arkansas Money & Politics will honor leaders from across the state for their business and civic accomplishments. The selected individuals will be… The post Nominate AMPs 2023 Influencers of the Year appeared first on AMP.
Big Dam Bridge Cycling Tour Bringing 2,800 to Little Rock This Weekend September 22, 2022
Cyclists from across the nation will participate in the Big Dam Bridge 100 Cycling Tour of Central Arkansas this Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. Crossing the longest bridge built specifically for cyclists, runners and walkers, the event is expected to draw… The post Big Dam Bridge Cycling Tour Bringing 2,800 to Little Rock This Weekend appeared […]
Sam’s Club Reveals Plans for New Campus Expansion September 22, 2022
Sam’s Club has revealed its first dedicated space for innovation, creation and collaboration, with a new design studio. The company plans to construct the new addition on its corporate campus, west of Moberly Ln. in Bentonville. The studio will be… The post Sam’s Club Reveals Plans for New Campus Expansion appeared first on AMP.
Dove, Boys & Girls Clubs Honor NWA Empowerment Program Graduates September 22, 2022
(Photo courtesy of Boys & Girls Clubs of America.) On this year’s International Day of the Girl, Oct. 11, girls between the ages of 11 and 16 from the Boys & Girls Clubs in Northwest Arkansas will graduate from Dove’s… The post Dove, Boys & Girls Clubs Honor NWA Empowerment Program Graduates appeared first on […]
SPOTLIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESS: Barakat Bespoke in Little Rock September 21, 2022
Jenanne Filat reaches out to far-flung locales across the globe to create the tailor-made, exquisitely crafted suits offered in her River Market boutique, Barakat Bespoke. It was her Palestinian emigre father’s love of downtown Little Rock that inspired her to… The post SPOTLIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESS: Barakat Bespoke in Little Rock appeared first on AMP.
Yurachek Honored by Peers, Razorback Athletics Ranked September 21, 2022
Hunter Yurachek, the current University of Arkansas Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics, has helped create the atmosphere of sports at the U of A that fans know and love. In March of this year, Yurachek was named a 2021-2022… The post Yurachek Honored by Peers, Razorback Athletics Ranked appeared first on AMP.