Jaime Harrison, the chairperson for the Democratic National Committee, visited Little Rock on Wednesday May 18, 2022 for Think Rubix’ ‘Black Leaders at Lunch’ event, at which Harrison was the featured special guest. Shortly before the luncheon, which was catered…
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Dynamic Duos 2022: Drs. Jerrilyn and Chris Jones
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThere aren’t many duos in Arkansas more dynamic in their community than Drs. Jerrilyn and Chris Jones. Jerrilyn — M.D., MPH — is an associate professor of emergency medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences as well as…
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Chris Jones for Governor Campaign Releases ‘Skywalker’ Primary Ad
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Chris Jones for Governor campaign released its first primary election advertisement Tuesday April 19. The ad – titled, “Skywalker”– is available to view across digital streaming platforms. In the beginning, Jones draws recalls his childhood aspirations of exploring space…
2022 AMP Influencer: Dr. Chris Jones Arkansas Gubernatorial Candidate Who or what has been a source of inspiration for you? I tend to find inspiration in most everything. A flower pushing through concrete shows me resilience. My parents giving their…
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314 Action Fund Endorses Chris Jones in Arkansas Governor Race
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffNational nonprofit, 314 Action Fund is officially endorsing nuclear engineer, Chris Jones, Ph.D, in the 2022 Arkansas gubernatorial race. Jones would be the first Black governor of Arkansas, a historic opportunity for a state that has been the site of…
In 2022, many political offices in The Natural State will become the stage for political showdowns. With the Democratic and Republican primaries set for the spring, Arkansas Money & Politics provides this primer on the candidates and their positions going…
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Gov. Candidate Chris Jones Says ‘Arkansans Lose Voice in New Congressional Maps’
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffArkansas Democratic candidate for governor, Chris Jones, recently shared his opinion via press release concerning the state’s controversial redistricting plans. Jones’ campaign says, “the Arkansas Legislature has finished its work on redistricting after drawing the state’s new congressional district maps.…
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Jones for Governor Campaign Requiring Staff to Be Fully Vaccinated
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Chris Jones for governor campaign announced Wednesday that all staff and interns will be required to be fully vaccinated. Jones’ team cited the rapid spread of the Delta variant and rising cases of infection across the state as reasons…
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Jones Stepping Away from Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleDr. Chris Jones is stepping down as the head of the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub. Jones has served as the executive director and lead maker at the North Little Rock-based Hub since 2018. Current deputy director Errin Stanger has been…
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Little Rock Aims to Increase Broadband Equity in City, Provide Access for Students
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleLittle Rock City officials are aiming to increase broadband access for citizens, especially students as they resume school during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Frank Scott Jr. noted that broadband access is a major issue in Little Rock, particularly for low-income…