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Sanders to Host Cabinet Meetings in Fort Smith as Arkansas' Capital for the Day
Fort Smith is the 27th city to hold the Capital for a Day designation under Sanders, who will tour a nature center, manufacturer, university, elementary school, Air National Guard base and medical college on October 21.
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Sanders to Deliver Welcome Remarks at Arkansas Department of Education Summer Conference
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is set to give welcome remarks at the Arkansas Department of Education Summer Conference, according to a media advisory from her office.
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Sanders to Bring Cabinet to El Dorado as Arkansas' Capital for a Day
The governor will meet first responders, students and local officials on Thursday, October 15, the twenty-sixth such designation under her program.
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Sanders to Cut Ribbon on New Mountain Valley Spring Water Facility in Hot Springs
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will attend a ribbon cutting for Mountain Valley Spring Water's new Hot Springs facility on Wednesday, October 14 at 11 a.m., with media asked to RSVP and arrive by 10:45 a.m.
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Sanders to Host Cabinet Meetings in Springdale as Arkansas' Capital for a Day
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will bring her Cabinet secretaries to Springdale on Thursday, October 8, for education and government efficiency announcements, a quarry tour and a meet-and-greet.
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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, according to a media advisory from her office.
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Sanders Names Retired Labor and Delivery Nurse Becky Kay as October Face of Arkansas
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced Becky Kay, a Little Rock labor and delivery nurse of nearly five decades, as the October Face of Arkansas, highlighting rural maternal health investments.
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Sanders, Cotton, Westerman and Huckabee to Attend Arkansas Events Marking October 7 Attacks
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will tour a Camden production facility with Senator Tom Cotton and Representative Bruce Westerman before October 7 remembrance events with Ambassador Mike Huckabee.
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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change at Arkansas Offices
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Arkansas has changed, and urges the public to check online before visiting.
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Flowers Foods Recalls Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread Over Undeclared Milk
Flowers Foods is recalling Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread in 20 oz. and 40 oz. bags sold in five states because milk was not declared as an ingredient on the packaging.
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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change at Arkansas Offices
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Arkansas has changed, and points users to online services for most business.
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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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