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Attorney general requests dismissal of Arkansas Abortion Amendment lawsuit
Attorney General Tim Griffin on Friday filed a motion asking the Arkansas Supreme Court to dismiss a lawsuit challenging Secretary of State John Thurston’s recent rejection of the proposed Arkansas Abortion Amendment of 2024. Arkansans for Limited Government (AFLG), the ballot question committee supporting the proposed constitutional amendment, filed a lawsuit Tuesday asking the state […] The post Attorney general requests dismissal of Arkansas Abortion Amendment lawsuit appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Arkansas AG approves language for two 2026 ballot initiatives
Supporters of measures addressing government transparency and eliminating the sales tax on feminine hygiene products can begin collecting signatures for the 2026 ballot following the Arkansas attorney general’s approval of their proposals Thursday. Groups behind both ballot initiatives refiled their proposals with the attorney general’s office last week for the 2026 ballot after failing to […] The post Arkansas AG approves language for two 2026 ballot initiatives appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
New mobile health initiative for contraceptive care in rural Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Mobile health units will travel to 14 counties across the state in a new initiative to provide care to women in rural communities. Kelly Conroy with UAMS spoke about the Mobile Health initiative. "We are now able to provide reproductive health and contraceptive services in...
Texarkana Farmers Market hosts Kids Entrepreneur Day
TEXARKANA, Texas – The Texarkana Farmers Market on the Texas side hosted Kids Entrepreneur Day on Saturday morning. Kid Entrepreneur James Williams of Two Kids Lemonade was selling the refreshing drink with his business partner and sister and was happy to demonstrate his unique technique. “First, we have to...
Jury Selection is Underway in the Federal Trial Involving Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones
(WBAP/KLIF) – TEXARKANA, TX – A woman named Alexandria Davis claimed that Jones is her biological father, and tried to sue him for defamation. However, a judge dropped the case. Now, Jerry Jones is counter suing for breach of contract. Jones denies that he’s the father of Alexandria...
This Texas Criminal Blew Up a Plane in an Act of Revenge
While it doesn't happen very often, Texas does see its share of plane crashes in history; some even carried famous musicians too. But in this case, Texas was actually the starting point for one particular criminal that became wanted by the FBI. A man who went from transporting illegal goods to straight up BLOWING UP A PLANE.
Shreveport's Sam Burns one off British Open lead, in Sunday’s penultimate group
Thursday, Sam Burns was 6-over par through 11 holes. According to DataGolf.com, the former Calvary and LSU star had a 0.0-percent chance to win the British Open. Heck, it seemed like it was time to check on late Friday night flights to come back home from Scotland. “It wasn't what...
16 Louisiana Beaches Have Active Advisories – See The Map
In recent weeks Louisiana's coastal waters have been a bit on the tumultuous side. The passing of Hurricane Beryl just to the west of the state certainly kicked up the surf. This led to numerous coastal advisories for flooding, rip currents, and rough seas in general. And while the waters in the Gulf of Mexico may have calmed considerably since Beryl's passing there are still some dangers that bathers at Louisiana's most popular beaches should be aware of.
50 Cent’s Festival Officially Moved; Here’s What You Need to Know
Yesterday it was reported that 50 Cent's Humor & Harmony Festival was going to be changing venues. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson reportedly was in Shreveport this week reviewing plans, participating in a fund raising event and just checking in on some of the things he's attempting to pull off in Shreveport.
Fasig-Tipton Stable Tour with Phil Bauer
Phil Bauer volunteered Fireball Shot, a maiden with more than $100,000 in earnings at the time, as his horse way back in 2018. Joining perennial little guys Robbie Davis, Kerry Metivier and Eddie Barker in the Little Guys’ Stable Tour, the Kentucky-based trainer had just wrapped up a 0-for-12 record at Saratoga. Fireball Shot had finished second and fourth.
State Department of Health: Airborne Dangers Could Extend Beyond Tontitown
The recent air assessment report by CTEH reflects E&E’s ongoing efforts to analyze volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the Tontitown area. Despite the sensitive analytical results, sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide were not detected during the testing period, but other hazardous compounds were found. Two notable carcinogens, benzene and...
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic in August For Texarkana & Ashdown
If you own a dog or a cat then you know, important responsibilities come with it. From diet and exercise to vaccinations and having them neutered or spayed. Being a responsible pet owner can get expensive, but there is help. There will be two Low Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic in August that will be held in Texarkana and another one in Ashdown.
Benton hospital opens milk bank to benefit Arkansas infants
BENTON, Ark. – A hospital in Benton is opening a resource to provide milk for sick and vulnerable infants throughout Arkansas. Officials with the Saline Memorial Hospital said in a Friday release it was opening a milk bank in support of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Milk Bank program.
Tenant gives landlord fake check for Rent
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 19, 2024 – A 59-year-old Jonesboro man filed a report with JPD this week regarding a Forgery. The subject is a landlord at a local apartment complex and had possession of a check from one of his tenants for their last month’s rent. The check was written by the Jonesboro Urban Renewal Housing Authority.
Minor killed in Sebastian County crash involving semi
HUNTINGTON, Arkansas — A minor is dead after a semi versus car crash in Sebastian County on July 20. According to a crash report from the Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS), a Freightliner semi-truck was traveling north on Highway 71 while a second vehicle, a Nissan Maxima, was traveling south.
Black bear spotted in Fort Smith neighborhood
FORT SMITH, Ark. — It was an eye-opening start to the weekend for some Fort Smith residents when they spotted a black bear in their neighborhood. Police sent out an alert on Friday evening about a black bear sighting on South 21st Street. 40/29 News talked to some in...
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