The Arkansas Department of Transportation recently broke ground on an improved interchange at Interstate 57 and Arkansas 5 in Cabot. The project is expected to be complete by mid-2028. “North of the interstate is carrying 18,000 cars per day right …
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State Rep. Carol Dalby Sworn In as Arkansas Bar President
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffState Rep. Carol Dalby was sworn in June 12 as the new president of the Arkansas Bar Association. Dalby has served the Arkansas Bar Association in numerous leadership roles and currently serves on the board of trustees and the law …
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The Good Earth: Despite Unstable Times, Land Remains Solid Investment
by Mark Carterby Mark CarterWhether or not Louis Glickman, the 20th century New York real-estate mogul, ever stepped foot in Arkansas is unclear. What is clear, however, is that the famous quote so often attributed to him certainly applies to the Natural State. “The …
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Like Father, Like Son — Pryor: Government Only Works When People Get Involved
by Dwain Hebdaby Dwain HebdaMark Pryor never dreamed of holding public office, which is a strange thing to hear from the mouth of a former member of the Arkansas House of Representatives, former state attorney general and former two-term member of the United States …
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Suits and Softball: Legislators Hit the Diamond for Children’s Charity Showdown
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffMembers of the Arkansas House of Representatives and Arkansas Senate will compete in a softball game April 28 at Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock during the inaugural Home Runs for Kids’ Sake. A spinoff of Hoops for Kids’ Sake, …
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2025 AMP Legal Elite: Will Bond, McMath Woods
by Mary LeSieurby Mary LeSieurHere to Serve Whether he is standing in front of a Pulaski county judge or advocating for the Natural State, Will Bond is an individual with a passion for helping others through his work. The medical malpractice lawyer of McMath …
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Carlton Wing Takes Over as CEO of Arkansas PBS
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffFormer state Rep. Carlton Wing has been named the new executive director and CEO of Arkansas PBS, the state’s only public media network. Wing replaces Courtney Pledger, who resigned in May. Wing resigned his position in the state legislature to …
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Arkansas State Rep. R.J. Hawk Launches Re-Election Campaign
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffState Rep. R.J. Hawk, R-Bryant, has announced his bid for re-election to the Arkansas House of Representatives, District 81, which includes Bryant, Benton, Alexander and Shannon Hills in Saline County. Hawk, who was first elected in 2022, said he plans …
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Cabot Earns Statewide Praise as Arkansas Trendsetter City
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe City of Cabot was formally recognized as a Trendsetter City by both chambers of the Arkansas Legislature on April 2 for its achievements in community development and economic growth. The Arkansas House of Representatives passed House Resolution 1080, and …
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Arkansas Cryptocurrency Mines to Face New Rules From Oil and Gas Commission
Cryptocurrency mining in Arkansas could soon see stricter regulations placed on it from rules set by the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission. Dustin Curtis, vice president of Interstate Holdings, which owns a crypto mine in Lonoke County, said the new …
