AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHealthcare Training: UA-Pulaski Tech received nearly $3 million in federal funding to launch a physical therapist assistant degree, build a simulation center and expand student support. Consumer Relief: Arkansas consumers are set to benefit from a multistate Snap Finance settlement, including $18.4 million in lease forgiveness announced by Attorney General Tim Griffin. Wildfire Risk: Dry conditions have put all 75 counties at moderate or high wildfire risk, with burn bans in 52; officials urge residents to avoid outdoor burning. Manufacturing: L3Harris opened a new rocket-motor plant in Camden designed to double production capacity, adding to a $216 million expansion backed by the Defense Department. Local Elections: More than 56,000 Arkansans voted on the first day of early voting as candidates and ballot questions draw attention across the state. Rural Fire Service: Volunteer departments make up most of Arkansas’ fire service, but many face shrinking rosters as work and family demands limit volunteers’ time.
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