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Touch Grass: Outdoor Recreation Drives Tourism in Arkansas
by Sarah DeClerk August 20, 2026
by Sarah DeClerk August 20, 2026
(Photos provided by Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism) Arkansas is becoming more and more known as a place to visit, this year being named one of the best places to go in North America by Condé Nast Traveler. …
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Honoring a Legacy: Rotary Club Spotlights John H. Johnson’s Arkansas Roots
by Sarah DeClerk February 26, 2025
by Sarah DeClerk February 26, 2025
The Rotary Club of Little Rock recently hosted a panel discussion about John H. Johnson, founder of Ebony and Jet magazines, and the establishment of the John H. Johnson Cultural and Educational Museum in Arkansas City, his hometown. The speakers …
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Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program to Expand Statewide
by AMP Staff November 30, 2023
by AMP Staff November 30, 2023
The Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP), a business incubator led by the University of Arkansas Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (OEI), has received a $1.2 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Agency to expand statewide. The grant, which is matched by an …
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The Last Word: It Was a Good Day
by Randy Ort May 11, 2022
by Randy Ort May 11, 2022
Wednesday, May 4, 2022, was a good day. As a 34-year veteran of state government in Arkansas, I’ve seen a little bit of everything. Some pretty, some not so pretty. Some good, some…. well, you get the picture. And I’ve …
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Delta Dawn: Native Son’s Vision Would See Arkansas City Rise Again
by Mark Carter December 12, 2021
by Mark Carter December 12, 2021
In the mid-1920s, a man whose name appears lost to posterity decided to travel from St. Louis to New Orleans by way of the Mississippi River. By walking the Mississippi, that is, courtesy of custom-made pontoons attached to his feet. …
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Delta Heritage Trail Awarded $20M Grant; Will Enable Completion by 2025
by AMP Staff November 17, 2021
by AMP Staff November 17, 2021
Arkansas leaders are applauding recent news of a major federal investment to complete Southeastern Arkansas’ Delta Heritage Trail. The Delta Heritage Trail State Park is a 960-acre Arkansas state park in Arkansas, Desha, and Phillips counties in Southeastern Arkansas. A …
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Governor’s Address: Fall Adventures in Arkansas
by Asa Hutchinson October 30, 2020
by Asa Hutchinson October 30, 2020
The blazing foliage of fall is reason enough to travel the Natural State this weekend, but there’s more to autumn in Arkansas than the brightly colored leaves. Today I’d like to mention a few spots worth a visit this time …
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Partners in Payroll, HR and More: SentraHCM Gives Clients One-stop Solutions For the Long-term September 10, 2026
After 13 years in the human resources and payroll industries, Nick Polk has a clear understanding of what it takes to make a tangible, positive impact on a client’s operations. The former partner at The Payroll Company in Little Rock… The post Partners in Payroll, HR and More: SentraHCM Gives Clients One-stop Solutions For the […]
Olivia and Tom Walton Commit $100M to Begin Work of Cutting U.S. Maternal Deaths in Half September 10, 2026
Bentonville’s Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies America has announced an initial $100 million, five-year commitment from Olivia and Tom Walton to help cut maternal deaths in half across the United States, according to a press release. The investment will fund “state… The post Olivia and Tom Walton Commit $100M to Begin Work of Cutting U.S. Maternal […]
Hogs Reveal 2027 Baseball Schedule September 10, 2026
The 2027 Arkansas Razorbacks baseball schedule features its typical SEC gauntlet, which includes three league foes who advanced to the College World Series in Omaha last season: Alabama, Ole Miss and Texas. The Hogs, who finished 41-22 overall and 17-13… The post Hogs Reveal 2027 Baseball Schedule appeared first on AMP.
Heather Baker: What Bentonville Can Teach America About Building Extraordinary Communities September 10, 2026
I have traveled all over Arkansas, and after nearly three decades in the media business, I have had the privilege of meeting some of the most successful, interesting and influential people in our state. I have watched communities reinvent themselves,… The post Heather Baker: What Bentonville Can Teach America About Building Extraordinary Communities appeared first […]
UA Little Rock Law Student Scores Premier Clerkship September 9, 2026
Justin Maggerise made the decision to leave his home in Seattle to attend UA-Little Rock’s William H. Bowen School of Law, and it is already paying off tenfold. Maggerise has been chosen to clerk for Judge Bobby E. Shepherd of… The post UA Little Rock Law Student Scores Premier Clerkship appeared first on AMP.
Startup Crawl Set for Sept. 25 in Fayetteville September 9, 2026
Startup Junkie is bringing back its Startup Crawl for 2026. “Startup Crawl 2026: Making Waves” will take place Friday, Sept. 25, on the downtown Fayetteville Square and include local startups, craft beer, food trucks, live music and more. Launched in… The post Startup Crawl Set for Sept. 25 in Fayetteville appeared first on AMP.
Beauty ‘N’ Boots: Meet The Unsinkable Marsha Martin, A Bona Fide Arkansas Success Story September 9, 2026
For someone who does not do a lot of interviews, Marsha Martin is getting a lot of attention these days. Thanks to a flamboyant sense of style and some strategically placed courtside seats at Razorback basketball games, Martin is recognized… The post Beauty ‘N’ Boots: Meet The Unsinkable Marsha Martin, A Bona Fide Arkansas Success […]
Op-Ed: When Insurance Contracts Fail, Patients Pay the Highest Price September 9, 2026
Since 1888, the mission of CHI St. Vincent has been simple: to provide life-saving care to every Arkansan who walks through our doors. But today, that mission faces a significant challenge—not because of a lack of medical expertise or dedication,… The post Op-Ed: When Insurance Contracts Fail, Patients Pay the Highest Price appeared first on […]
Gus Malzahn to LRTDC: If Indiana Can Do It, So Can Arkansas September 8, 2026
Gus Malzahn is finally taking a moment to breathe. At Tuesday’s meeting of the Little Rock Touchdown Club, the recently retired coach reflected on his storied career with club founder and emcee David Bazzel. Bazzel asked Malzahn if he thinks… The post Gus Malzahn to LRTDC: If Indiana Can Do It, So Can Arkansas appeared […]
UACCB, White River Firefighter Training Association Launch Rookie School September 8, 2026
The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville is launching a firefighter rookie school in partnership with White River Firefighter Training Association and area fire departments. The program utilizes a partnership and curriculum through the Arkansas Fire Training Academy in… The post UACCB, White River Firefighter Training Association Launch Rookie School appeared first on AMP.