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Issues in Arkansas explained

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A look at the laws protecting Arkansas voters

With Election Day just around the corner, here's a look at Arkansas's election code and how it works to protect voters.
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Early voting turnout higher than normal in some Arkansas counties

Some county clerks in Arkansas say they have been seeing a higher-than-normal turnout for early voting— breaking some records.
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Top Headlines | Oct. 18, 2024

Early voting starts Monday, Oct. 21.
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Arkansas Supreme Court approves Issue 2 for November ballot

The Arkansas Supreme Court ruled that Issue 2, which gives voters the final on whether or not to open their community to casinos, will be on the November ballot.
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With only 4 full-time employees, Beaver Lake Fire Dept. looks to hire more firefighters

Rogers voters will decide whether to increase annual dues that help pay for the Beaver Lake Volunteer Fire Department.
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Midterm Elections: Issues on the Ballot

Exploring some of the key issues of the 2022 midterm elections from abortion to recreational marijuana and proof of citizenship for immigrants and gun laws.
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Election polls show which candidates are ahead in Arkansas

With midterm elections right around the corner, experts in Arkansas explained how reliable election polls actually are in showing which candidates are ahead.
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Felon voting rights

Can some people convicted of felonies from the Jan. 6 insurrection still vote?
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Voters pass bond issues in Tontitown special election

The fire, sewer and water improvement bonds were passed with a majority of voters' support.
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Voters asked to decide on bond issue in Tontitown special election

Voters will decide on a bond issue that could finance a new fire station in the city and bring water and sewer improvements.