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7 Arkansas Towns People Are Fleeing As Soon As Possible
Arkansas, the Natural State, is known for its scenic beauty, rich history, and friendly people. However, like many states, it faces the challenge of population decline in certain towns and communities. Due to factors such as economic downturn, high crime rates, and lack of opportunities, many residents are choosing to relocate, leading to a concerning trend in some Arkansas towns.
City of Little Rock sends citations to homeowners who were affected by March 2023 tornado
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — One Little Rock neighborhood is still on the road to recovery after a devastating EF-3 tornado destroyed multiple homes on March 31, 2023. "Getting things back to some semblance of normal, some semblance of nice, if you will, has been a bit of work,” said John Payne, President of the board for the Walnut Valley Homeowner Association.
Major lane closures planned on I-30 in Little Rock and North Little Rock beginning July 15
Little Rock, Arkansas – The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has announced a series of lane closures on Interstate 30 (I-30) in Little Rock and North Little Rock. These closures, scheduled for the week of Monday, July 15, are part of ongoing construction work in the area. Drivers should be prepared for both daytime and overnight closures and exercise caution when traveling through the work zones.
Arkansas election board approves voter registration rule
A permanent rule requiring “wet signatures” on Arkansas voter registration forms except at select state agencies was approved by the State Board of Election Commissioners Monday morning. Following the rule’s approval, which had no voiced dissent, the board also voted to submit it to the Arkansas Legislative Council’s rule committee for consideration at its August […] The post Arkansas election board approves voter registration rule appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
$20.6M foreclosure hits four Arkansas apartment complexes
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, Ark. — Four apartment complexes in Pulaski, Sebastian and Washington counties were recently hit with a $20.6 million foreclosure judgment. ► PF Terrace Green LLC, known as the Terrace Green Apartments, at 8223 Scott Hamilton Drive, Little Rock. It was built in 1971 and has 100 units and two stories.
Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program
Arkansas education officials on Monday announced recently implemented changes to a child care subsidy program, including reducing the required work hours and removing a lifetime limit on benefits. The Child Care Assistance Program, which provides financial assistance to low-income families for quality childcare, is supported through the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), which is administered […] The post Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
USACE to begin Millwood Lake drawdown
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — ASHDOWN, Ark. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District will begin lowering Millwood Lake on July 15, 2024, to improve shoreline vegetation and promote sediment compaction. The drawdown will expose an extensive area of shoreline for re-vegetation to allow the planting...
Sanders, Cotton scheduled to speak at Republican National Convention
MILWAUKEE — Two Arkansas office-holders are scheduled to speak Tuesday at theRepublican National Convention in Milwaukee. Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will speak at the Republican Women's Lunch at 11:15 a.m. Sanders served as White House press secretary for President Donald Trump, a position she held from July 2017 to...
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