Over the last several weeks, three American servicemembers have made the ultimate sacrifice. more

Over the last several weeks, three American servicemembers have made the ultimate sacrifice. more

Over the past several months, the House Natural Resources Committee has been tirelessly at work to introduce, and ultimately pass, a once-in-a-generation piece of legislation called the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act. As this is such a notable bill, it has been a great honor to lead the charge in getting this legislation across the finish line that will cut burdensome federal red tape and get America – and Arkansas – building again. more

Over the past several months, the House Natural Resources Committee has been tirelessly at work to introduce, and ultimately pass, a once-in-a-generation piece of legislation called the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act. As this is such a notable bill, it has been a great honor to lead the charge in getting this legislation across the finish line that will cut burdensome federal red tape and get America – and Arkansas – building again. more

The Arkansas Legislative Council spent much of the week examining state finances, agency oversight, and the challenge of setting priorities amid finite public resources. more

The Arkansas Legislative Council spent much of the week examining state finances, agency oversight, and the challenge of setting priorities amid finite public resources. more

It was reported that Rob Reiner and his wife Michele have died of a deadly assault. Their deaths are being investigating as an apparent homicide. You may recall Reiner’s work which includes “The Princess Bride” and “A Few Good Men.” His breakout role was as Archie Bunker’s son-in-law on TV’s “All in the Family.” more

It was reported that Rob Reiner and his wife Michele have died of a deadly assault. Their deaths are being investigating as an apparent homicide. You may recall Reiner’s work which includes “The Princess Bride” and “A Few Good Men.” His breakout role was as Archie Bunker’s son-in-law on TV’s “All in the Family.” more

So I was watching “Celebrity Weakest Link” the other day, as I am a sucker for a celebrity competition. #JusticeforAndyRichter. Anyway, the show had a special called “Holiday Heroes,” with a cast filled up with people known for Holiday movies. They had the celebrities introduce themselves and what Christmas movie they were known for. The roster had a collection of people known for Hallmark Christmas movies. They came from such films as “Make or Bake Christmas,” “Single All the Way,” and “Holiday in Handcuffs.” One was even the host of a show about finding a hunky male lead for a Hallmark Christmas movie, a premise so dumb and kind of annoying to me, I may just have to check it out. more

This weekend, Americans from coast to coast will take a brief hiatus from their beloved holiday activities. From baking and decorating Christmas cookies, trimming the tree, and enjoying the many exciting and indulgent festivities in between, communities will bundle up and participate in an American tradition of honoring veterans who have passed on by placing wreaths at their final resting places. more

So I was watching “Celebrity Weakest Link” the other day, as I am a sucker for a celebrity competition. #JusticeforAndyRichter. Anyway, the show had a special called “Holiday Heroes,” with a cast filled up with people known for Holiday movies. They had the celebrities introduce themselves and what Christmas movie they were known for. The roster had a collection of people known for Hallmark Christmas movies. They came from such films as “Make or Bake Christmas,” “Single All the Way,” and “Holiday in Handcuffs.” One was even the host of a show about finding a hunky male lead for a Hallmark Christmas movie, a premise so dumb and kind of annoying to me, I may just have to check it out. more

This weekend, Americans from coast to coast will take a brief hiatus from their beloved holiday activities. From baking and decorating Christmas cookies, trimming the tree, and enjoying the many exciting and indulgent festivities in between, communities will bundle up and participate in an American tradition of honoring veterans who have passed on by placing wreaths at their final resting places. more

This week at the State Capitol, members of the Arkansas House of Representatives came together for an annual Christmas tradition that reflects the spirit of service at the heart of public office. During a holiday gathering, House members—joined by state senators and employees from across state government—donated gifts for children in Arkansas’s foster care system. The outpouring of support helped ensure that children spending the holidays in care are reminded that their community is thinking of them. more

This week at the State Capitol, members of the Arkansas House of Representatives came together for an annual Christmas tradition that reflects the spirit of service at the heart of public office. During a holiday gathering, House members—joined by state senators and employees from across state government—donated gifts for children in Arkansas’s foster care system. The outpouring of support helped ensure that children spending the holidays in care are reminded that their community is thinking of them. more

In a time where countries like China, Russia, and other bad actors stand at the ready for any opportunity to undermine our nation’s democracy – or democracy across the globe – it is crucial that our nation’s defense stands ready and prepared. This week, the House voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, and it was a privilege to vote for this legislation that was not only a win for our national security but our own Arkansas communities. more

In a time where countries like China, Russia, and other bad actors stand at the ready for any opportunity to undermine our nation’s democracy – or democracy across the globe – it is crucial that our nation’s defense stands ready and prepared. This week, the House voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, and it was a privilege to vote for this legislation that was not only a win for our national security but our own Arkansas communities. more

LITTLE ROCK – In 2023, the Arkansas Legislative Council set aside $200 million for the construction of a new state-of-the art, Arkansas State Crime Laboratory (ASCL). The legislature approved requests totaling $19. 4 million for the architectural designs, purchase of the land and to cover contractor costs. In September 2025, the Legislative Council’s Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review (PEER) Subcommittee approved $131.9 million for construction and building costs. The Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is the umbrella agency for the crime laboratory and as good stewards of the state’s money the new building is projected to come in approximately $48 million under the original projected cost of $200 million. more

LITTLE ROCK – In 2023, the Arkansas Legislative Council set aside $200 million for the construction of a new state-of-the art, Arkansas State Crime Laboratory (ASCL). The legislature approved requests totaling $19. 4 million for the architectural designs, purchase of the land and to cover contractor costs. In September 2025, the Legislative Council’s Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review (PEER) Subcommittee approved $131.9 million for construction and building costs. The Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is the umbrella agency for the crime laboratory and as good stewards of the state’s money the new building is projected to come in approximately $48 million under the original projected cost of $200 million. more

When recalling the morning of December 7, 1941, U.S. Navy veteran William “Bill” Chase noted how the usual thundering of aircraft heard across Pearl Harbor from Hickam Air Base sounded different. “Being an Arkansas farm boy, I didn’t know.” more

When recalling the morning of December 7, 1941, U.S. Navy veteran William “Bill” Chase noted how the usual thundering of aircraft heard across Pearl Harbor from Hickam Air Base sounded different. “Being an Arkansas farm boy, I didn’t know.” more