AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWildfire Response: Arkansas remains in a state of emergency as Union County wildfire growth tops 2,100 acres, with evacuations ordered and the Arkansas National Guard deployed while crews work to contain the blaze. Health Care Access: Medicaid rules approved for September will cover doula care for low-income expectant parents in Arkansas, aiming to improve maternal health outcomes. Courts & Ballot Measures: A federal judge permanently blocked Arkansas laws restricting the direct democracy process, a major win for supporters of ballot initiatives. Local Governance: The Saline County Quorum Court approved a new animal control ordinance after testimony about stray and dangerous dogs, including a fatal attack on a resident’s cat. UAMS Breakthrough: UAMS performed the state’s first liver transplant for a colon cancer patient, marking a milestone for Arkansas medicine. College Sports (Arkansas): Virginia and Arkansas will meet Nov. 8 at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., with tickets set to go on sale Sept. 4. Payments Update: Walmart is rolling out Apple Pay across stores by year’s end, with some locations starting Aug. 24.
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