40/29 News hosted a debate among Fort Smith's mayoral candidates, moderated by Brett Rains. Seven people are running: Nataylia Deer, Shayne McKinney, Yvette C. Powers, Daniel Williams, Sara Harrison, Christina Catsavis and City Director Lee Kemp. The full debate is available on video.
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Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders says 13 state departments found 344 ways to make permits, licenses and other approvals faster and cheaper under her February executive order. Seventy-five of those changes are already in place or underway.
Washington County Democrats are courting voters at events like a recent rally at Springdale's Parsons Stadium, betting that the fast-changing county can deliver election gains. The Arkansas Advocate followed candidates and volunteers on the campaign trail.
Second Lady Usha Vance joined Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders in Central Arkansas to promote childhood literacy. They toured classrooms at Glenview Elementary in North Little Rock, held a roundtable with state education leaders and hosted a reception for teachers who earned merit pay.
KUAF looks at Arkansas's ALICE households, people who work but can't cover basic costs. United For ALICE's national director explains why the state's low cost of living doesn't add up to financial security for many families.
