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Local Courts & Politics: The Arkansas Supreme Court dismissed Gov. Sarah Sanders’ appeal over special-election timing, while the state’s AG office also took another hit in a fair-housing fight over a statute-of-limitations argument. Legal Pressure on Cannabis: A second antitrust lawsuit has been filed against Arkansas-based Good Day Farm, adding to the growing legal scrutiny around the industry. Public Safety: Police arrested a Benton woman in the April 14 homicide of Joe Musteen, and Arkansas State Police are investigating a separate officer-involved shooting that killed a Jacksonville man in Searcy. Community & Culture: UA seniors marked graduation season with Dickson Street traditions and a local production of “MATT & BEN,” while Volunteer Arkansas lists multiple weekend ways to help across the state. Business Watch: Global Captive Management is expanding into Tennessee and South Carolina, with Arkansas approval still pending.

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Black History Commission of Arkansas announces summer symposium

Black History Commission of Arkansas announces summer symposium

2024: Arkansas reports $5.1 billion in general sales and gross receipts taxes revenue

2024: Arkansas reports $5.1 billion in general sales and gross receipts taxes revenue

Drought loans available for Matagorda County businesses, nonprofits

Drought loans available for Matagorda County businesses, nonprofits

Recent rain welcome on Arkansas farms, but more rain is needed to erase drought

Recent rain welcome on Arkansas farms, but more rain is needed to erase drought

Column: Celebrating Arkansas Small Businesses and Supporting Entrepreneurs

Column: Celebrating Arkansas Small Businesses and Supporting Entrepreneurs

Arkansas River outfitters report steady flow of customers, despite low flows on the river

Arkansas River outfitters report steady flow of customers, despite low flows on the river

Arkansas lawmaker calls for special session to pause gas, diesel taxes

Arkansas lawmaker calls for special session to pause gas, diesel taxes


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