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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.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsEducationMilitaryAgriculture Sarah Huckabee SandersCabotArkansasCapital for a DayWhite River EnergeticsWard Central Elementary SchoolHolland Bottom FarmsArkansas Governor
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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 to Attend UAMS Investiture of Dr. Lowry Barnes
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will take part in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences investiture of Dr. Lowry Barnes in the Harry P. Ward Chancellor's Distinguished Chair on September 29.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEducationState GovernmentsMedical Science Sarah Huckabee SandersUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLowry BarnesHarry P. Ward Chancellor's Distinguished ChairLittle RockInvestitureArkansas Governor
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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.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEducationEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Sarah Huckabee SandersRural Health Transformation ProgramArkansasHEART initiativeRISE ARCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Servicesrural health careArkansas Governor
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Sanders Announces $5 Million Bridge Loan to Save Arkansas Peanut Harvest
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders approves a $5 million bridge loan to Delta Peanut after federal bond loss threatened nearly 80 percent of Arkansas' peanut crop and 90 growers.
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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 Mark Arkansas Rice Month, Make Announcement in Little Rock
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will deliver remarks at an Arkansas Rice Month event at the Arkansas Foodbank, then make an announcement at the Governor's Mansion on September 24th.
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Sanders Highlights Russellville 'Capital for a Day' in Week of Statewide Events
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders took state business to Russellville for a Capital for a Day, touring a trail and an extrusion plant and meeting residents, students and community leaders.
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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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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 Calls Special Election for Arkansas Senate District 18 Seat
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has proclaimed a January 5, 2027 special election to fill the District 18 state Senate vacancy left by Jonathan Dismang's resignation.
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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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Sanders, U.S. Army to Join Hanwha Defense USA for Pine Bluff Arsenal Economic Announcement
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will join Hanwha Defense USA and U.S. Army leaders at Pine Bluff Arsenal on Monday, September 21 for an economic development announcement and ceremony.
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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 Announces Framework to Assist Families on CES Waitlist
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and DHS Secretary Janet Mann unveil a plan to give supportive living services to families on the CES waiver waitlist, at an estimated cost of $17 million.
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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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Sanders to Attend 9/11 25th Anniversary Ceremony with Arkansas National Guard
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will join the Arkansas National Guard for a 9/11 25th Anniversary ceremony on Friday, September 11 at the State Capitol in Little Rock. Media should arrive by 9:45 a.m.
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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 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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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 to Host UAPB Football Season Kickoff Party
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will host a party at the Arkansas Governor's Mansion on August 28 to kick off the 2026 University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lion football season, joined by UAPB leadership and coach.
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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 to Announce Initiative with State Agencies
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will make an announcement Wednesday, August 26, with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Department of Education, and Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism in North Little Rock.
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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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