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Sanders Declares Emergency, Lets Arkansas Farmers and Loggers Run Dyed Diesel on Highways
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency over high diesel prices, suspending penalties so farmers and loggers can use tax-free dyed diesel in highway vehicles through October 30.
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Sanders to Host Cabinet Meetings in Cabot as Arkansas' Capital for a Day
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will travel to Cabot on Wednesday, September 30, meeting Cabinet secretaries and local officials, with three events open to media and four closed to press.
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Newsletter Cites Sharp Young Voter Shift Away From Trump, Criticizes Campaign Ads
Newsweek's The 1600 newsletter reports young voters have swung sharply away from President Trump and criticizes new campaign ads from Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and a Maine Senate candidate.
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Sanders to Deliver Welcome Remarks at Arkansas Department of Education Summer Conference
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is set to welcome attendees at the Arkansas Department of Education Summer Conference, following a week of events across the state.
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Sanders Announces $54.6 Million in Rural Health Transformation Grants for Arkansas
Arkansas awards $54.6 million in second-round rural health grants, funding 54 projects through the HEART and RISE AR initiatives and completing this year's $208 million distribution.
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Sanders to Join Arkansas Community Foundation and Walmart Foundation for Announcement
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will take part in an announcement with the Arkansas Community Foundation and Walmart Foundation Friday, September 25, at the Springdale Senior Center.
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Sanders to Speak at Mather Lodge Reopening in Morrilton
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will deliver remarks at the Mather Lodge reopening ceremony at Petit Jean State Park on Tuesday, September 29, with media required to RSVP in advance.
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Heritage Foundation Scorecard Ranks Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, Louisiana and Florida Tops for Election Integrity
Heritage's 2026 Election Integrity Scorecard ranks states on election laws and safeguards, with Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, Louisiana and Florida leading and reforms still needed nationwide.
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Sanders Signs Executive Order Authorizing $750,000 for Continuing Severe Wildfires
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders amends EO 26-13 to release $750,000 from the Governor's Disaster Response and Recovery Fund for wildfires burning since August 20, 2026.
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Sanders Declares Marion and Searcy Counties Disaster Areas After May Storms and Flooding
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared Marion and Searcy Counties disaster areas following severe storms and flooding that struck the state on or about May 28, 2026.
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Governor Sanders Announces $8.2 Million in Water Funding for Arkansas Projects
Arkansas approves $8.2 million for three water and wastewater projects, including an $8 million irrigation loan, serving more than 1,848 residents and 362,000 acres.
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Sanders to Host Cabinet Meetings in Russellville as Arkansas' Capital for a Day
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will travel to Russellville on Tuesday, September 15, meeting Cabinet secretaries and local officials and attending a trail ribbon-cutting, a grand opening and university events.
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Governor Sanders Highlights School Fitness, Community Engagement, and Sports Across Arkansas
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders toured Arkansas, announcing a school fitness challenge winner, leading 'Capital for a Day' in Helena-West Helena, and engaging with communities and sports teams, including Coach John Calipari, from August 31 to September 5.
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Governor Sanders Honors Fire Captain Melissa Peabody as September 'Face of Arkansas'
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders names Little Rock Fire Captain Melissa Peabody the September 'Face of Arkansas,' recognizing her two decades of dedicated service, leadership, and resilience in a demanding, male-dominated profession.
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Governor Sanders to Designate Helena-West Helena as Arkansas' Capital for the Day
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will visit Helena-West Helena on September 3, designating it Arkansas' Capital for the Day. Her schedule includes community volunteering, school visits, college tours, and local leadership meetings.
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Arkansas Governor Sanders Engages in Education, Health, and Community Events
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders spent a busy week across Arkansas, participating in an education announcement, presenting rural health grants, and celebrating the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's football team.
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Department of War Invests Millions to Modernize Pine Bluff Arsenal Production
The Department of War is investing nearly $19 million, with Army support, to upgrade Pine Bluff Arsenal's smoke grenade production. This five-year project modernizes facilities and equipment, enhancing safety and capacity for critical defense materiel.
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Governor Sanders to Make Announcement in Mountain Home
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will make an announcement on August 31 at Hackler Intermediate School in Mountain Home. Media must RSVP for the 9:30 a.m. event, with remarks available online.
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Arkansas Awards Nearly $150 Million in Rural Health Transformation Grants
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced $149.3 million in RHTP grants for Arkansas rural communities. Funded by President Trump's bill, these awards boost telehealth, emergency response, and specialty care, with $1 billion expected over five years.
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Governor Sanders Announces Key Appointments to State Boards and Commissions
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced numerous appointments to state boards, commissions, and county quorum courts. These appointments address vacancies and new positions across education, health, pharmacy, and local governance in Arkansas.
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Governor Sanders Launches "My Natural State Story" Contest to Inspire Outdoor Exploration
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders launched "My Natural State Story," a contest encouraging Arkansas students aged 10-17 to explore the outdoors and share their experiences. Winners will receive prizes and be honored at the governor's mansion.
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Governor Sanders to Make Announcement
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will deliver an announcement on August 27 at the State Capitol in Little Rock. Media must RSVP to attend the event, which will also be available via video.
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Governor Sanders Highlights Economic Growth and Public Health in Active Week
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders had a busy week, opening Buc-ee's in Benton, discussing workforce development with Caterpillar, engaging in a trucking roundtable, and hosting a maternal health discussion, concluding with a University of Arkansas event.
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Arkansas Governor Declares State of Emergency for Wildfires
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has declared a state of emergency in Arkansas following severe wildfires that began August 20, 2026. The declaration, made on August 21, authorizes $250,000 for emergency response and recovery efforts.
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Governor Sanders Calls Special Election for Arkansas District 8 Seat
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced a special election for November 3, 2026, to fill the vacant State Representative District 8 seat, following Austin McCollum's resignation. Key deadlines for candidates and voting dates have been set.
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Governor Sanders Appoints Cory Cox as Special Justice to Arkansas Supreme Court
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Cory Cox as a Special Justice to the Supreme Court of Arkansas, temporarily replacing Justice Barbara W. Webb. Cox, an experienced attorney, will serve until December 2026 or Webb's return, upholding Arkansas law and…
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Governor Sanders Engages Across Arkansas in Busy Week of State Initiatives
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders had a packed week, honoring educators, promoting economic growth in Jonesboro and Paragould, addressing Medicaid fraud, and meeting Matthew McConaughey and Jeff Nichols.
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Governor Sanders to Join Olivia Walton for Maternal Health Discussion
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Olivia Walton will discuss maternal health at a Little Rock roundtable on August 20. The event, hosted by UAMS and others, aims to address critical issues for mothers and infants in Arkansas.
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Arkansas Launches ACCESS Portal to Streamline College Applications
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Department of Education launched the ACCESS Portal, a new universal application system. It simplifies college admissions for high school seniors, offering one form, one login, and no fees for up to five institutions,…
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Governor Sanders to Speak at Buc-ee's Grand Opening and Caterpillar Ceremony
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will speak at Buc-ee's grand opening in Benton and Caterpillar's Workforce Development ceremony in North Little Rock on August 17. Media must RSVP for these Central Arkansas events.
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