AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoConsumer Protection: Arkansas AG Tim Griffin announced a $5.5 million settlement with Family Dollar over a West Memphis distribution center rat infestation, with $3.9 million to the state and $1.6 million suspended. Public Safety: A Little Rock neighborhood is pushing for speed changes after an 8-year-old boy died in a hit-and-run; police say the driver has been charged. Local Governance: Pulaski County approved a 12-month moratorium on new data center permits, allowing two existing projects to continue while officials seek more community input. Education: Little Rock School District reports a 10% jump in third-grade reading proficiency under the state’s new literacy requirements. Sports: Arkansas softball is headed to the Women’s College World Series after a run-rule win over Duke, while the Razorbacks’ SEC baseball run ended with a loss to Georgia. Community: DHS honored Arkansas’ 2026 Foster Family of the Year at a gala, and the Peitz Cancer Support House plans an Honor Walk June 6.
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