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Little Rock · Little RockWith the total solar eclipse in the rearview mirror, we got curious about other phenomena for aspiring stargazers to seek out in the night sky this year. Lucky for us, the modestly self-described “amateur astronomers” at the Central Arkansas Astronomical Society were there to help us feel less clueless about it. First on your list should be attending one of CAAS’s monthly public “star parties” where experts like Darrell Heath — Barnes & Noble e…See the Story
A post-eclipse 2024 stargazing guide from astronomer Darrell Heath
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Little Rock · Little RockKFF Check out map of which states have adopted Medicaid expansion, from health care policy nonprofit KFF. It’s kind of wild, given how bitterly Republican politicians initially opposed the policy. Mississippi could be next, where an expansion measure continues to advance in the state Legislature — with a plan perhaps partly inspired by the unusual variation on Medicaid expansion first enacted in Arkansas in 2014. The Mississippi proposals curre…See the Story
Medicaid expansion could be coming to Mississippi with a dash of Arkansas-style policy, but hurdles remain
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Little Rock · Little RockOn this week’s podcast, in lieu of our regular weekly news roundup, we’re sharing something special — a speech by Arkansas Times editor emeritus Max Brantley on the sorry state of politics and journalism in our state. Beginning in November 2023, the Arkansas Times started a luncheon speaker series that covers current events in Arkansas and serves as a fundraiser for our reporting efforts. Speakers have included former LRSD superintendent Baker…See the Story
Max Brantley on “The Lost Cause: The Demise of Politics and Journalism,” April 26th, 2024
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Little Rock · Little RockMary Jane Doe is a local stoner-socialite here to provide you with hot gossip on fresh bud, best strains and how to make the most of your high. Mary Jane DoeWana Gummies in Mango (Sativa) Wana | Gummies | Mango | Sativa 10mg per gummy I popped half of one of these bad boys before the all-femme-fronted show at Vino’s on International Womxn’s Day. First half is always to get in the mood. Snuck the second half between sips of my lukewarm Busch Li…See the Story
Mary Jane Says: Cannabis reviews from Mary Jane Doe
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Cryptocurrency · Little RockRULED A SUICIDE: Missouri doctor John Forsyth was found in Beaver Lake with a gunshot wound. (Photo by Stephanie Smittle) The death of Missouri emergency room doctor John Forsyth has been ruled a suicide, Arkansas officials stated yesterday. Forsyth, 49, was a doctor at Mercy Hospital in Cassville. Last year, in the early morning hours of May 21, he texted his fiancee after finishing his overnight shift. He told her that he would see her soon. H…See the Story
Death of Missouri ER doctor and crypto enthusiast found in Beaver Lake ruled a suicide
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Abortion · Little RockRED-STATE ACTIVISM: An abortion rights rally held earlier this year at the Capitol As readers of this blog know, signatures are currently being gathered to place a constitutional amendment on the ballot that would reverse Arkansas’s abortion ban. If passed, the amendment would not allow the state to “prohibit, penalize, delay, or restrict abortion services within 18 weeks of fertilization.” Those protections would also be extended beyond 18 week…See the Story
Washington Post spotlights ballot initiative push to protect abortion rights in Arkansas
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Little Rock · Little RockA team of high school students won changes to a long-standing semester exam exemption rule at Thursday’s Little Rock School District board meeting. In 2005, the school board voted to allow semester exam exemptions after a Central High School student, Tyler Fuller, went before the board to make this request. After 18 years, current students felt it was time for a revision. Two students at Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School initiated t…See the Story
Students convince Little Rock School Board to adopt new rules on who can ditch exams
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Little Rock · Little RockThe Hillcrest Neighborhood Softball League, a recreational league for girls from Kindergarten to 12th grade, is saluting its 40th anniversary with a get-together at Allsopp Park on Saturday. The celebration starts with food and fellowship at noon — including hot dogs, crafts, yard games and a slideshow of pictures — and will continue with an alumni game at 2 p.m. and a coaches game at 4 p.m. You can RSVP here and send nostalgic photos to info@hi…See the Story
Hillcrest Neighborhood Softball League to celebrate 40 years on Saturday at Allsopp Park
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