Little Rock, AR — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas (BBBSCA) is proud to announce the launch of a new teen driving safety program made possible through a grant from the Arkansas Highway Safety Office, a division of the Arkansas State Police and the Arkansas Department of Public Safety. The program will be executed […]
When a county has no animal shelter, suffering too often slips into the shadows. A starving dog under a porch. Kittens shivering in a ditch. A wild creature out of chances. In Saline County, those stories don’t end in silence because Deputy Jack Campbell shows up. Campbell is the kind of public servant people hope
In a bold legal move rarely seen in Arkansas politics, attorneys for the Searcy County Election Commissioners have filed a sweeping motion demanding the recusal of every member of the Arkansas State Board of Election Commissioners (SBEC)—including Secretary of State Cole Jester. The commissioners’ legal team at The Lancaster Law Firm argues the Board has
In 2015, Arkansas lawmakers were presented with a modest but meaningful proposal to regulate commercial dog breeders operating in the state—many of which had long been accused of running so-called “puppy mills” under the radar of any legal oversight. The bill, HB1620, would have established minimum care standards, required breeder registration, and authorized basic inspections—tools
Arkansas ranks near the bottom nationally when it comes to protecting animals from cruelty, neglect, and abuse. According to the Animal Legal Defense Fund’s annual rankings, Arkansas consistently falls behind most other states, including conservative-leaning neighbors like Florida and Texas, in enforcing even the most basic standards of care. This reality is deeply concerning—not just
Arkansans concerned about bias at the polls just gained a powerful legal precedent—from Michigan of all places. On July 14, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled that the state Republican Party and the Republican National Committee (RNC) have legal standing to sue the city of Flint over its failure to maintain partisan balance among election inspectors—reversing
As a homeschool mom and someone passionate about preserving liberty, I’m constantly searching for resources that do more than check educational boxes—they inspire. That’s exactly what the Tuttle Twins series does. These books and animated videos are more than just stories; they’re a much-needed answer to the growing void in our education system—a system that
As fireworks light the sky this Independence Day and families across Arkansas gather to celebrate freedom, it’s worth asking: What truly secures liberty? Parades and patriotism are important symbols—but they are not the foundation. At the heart of a free society is something far more enduring and far more threatening to corrupt power: a single,
At Arkansas 1st, our commitment is clear: truth, transparency, and accountability—regardless of party, personality, or power structure involved. This is not a slogan; it is our standard, and we uphold it even when it’s inconvenient or uncomfortable. The recent article by Jimmie Cavin did not make accusations. Instead, it raised reasonable, necessary questions about the
On Monday, April 28, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order requiring all truck drivers in the United States to be proficient in English. It was a bold move to protect public safety and national sovereignty—but behind the headlines is a story of quiet obedience, unwavering faith, and the mighty hand of God.
The U.S. government is seeing record tariff revenues following the implementation of President Trump’s trade policies. According to the April 24 Daily Treasury Statement, revenues from “customs and certain excise taxes” reached an all-time high of $15.9 billion in April—an increase of 105% compared to the same period last year. Peter Navarro, President Trump’s senior
A group of religious leaders led by Rev. Katey Zeh held a “blessing” ceremony at the Women’s Health Center of Maryland—an abortion clinic operating in a small Appalachian town. The event, organized by Zeh’s Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice, included incense, prayers, poetry, and ritual acts intended to sanctify the facility, which performs abortions nearly
High school graduates Anna and Ian Burnett have captured the literary world’s attention with their recently released children’s book, “The Queen of Spotland,” which focuses on traditional conservative values, including faith and strong family bonds, and also manages to climb to the #1 spot on Amazon’s Children’s Multicultural Books bestseller list in January. This remarkable
The Houston District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration is holding a free virtual workshop for employers and small business owners. The workshop is titled “SBA Resources Every Small Business Owner Should Know.” You can register here: Jennifer LancasterJust a homeschool mom hoping to make a positive difference in the world.
Reverend Bernard Randall had been teaching at a private Church of England boarding school in Derbyshire when, in September 2019, he was abruptly dismissed for “gross misconduct” after delivering a sermon in which he told students they were not obligated to accept LGBT ideology without question. The sermon followed his prior objections to a teacher
Registration Now Open for 5th Annual Constitution Camp in Little Rock LITTLE ROCK, AR – Registration is officially open for the 5th Annual Constitution Camp, set to take place June 16–20, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM daily in Little Rock, Arkansas. This milestone year is expected to be the camp’s biggest and most
Senator Alan Clark has introduced SB 189, a bill that has garnered national attention and inspired similar legislative efforts across multiple states. This legislation seeks to make ivermectin available over the counter, increasing accessibility for those who choose to use it. Ivermectin has a well-documented history of medical recognition. In 2015, the Nobel Committee honored
Over the weekend of February 22, 2025, at CPAC, Governor Sarah Sanders participated in a fireside chat. When asked what the people of Arkansas want, an audience member shouted, “paper ballots.” With a nervous chuckle, the Governor replied, “we’re working on it, President Trump reminds me of this every time I see him.” But one
The United States House of Representatives passed the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, prohibiting individuals who are born male from participating in women’s and girls’ sports. The bill passed 218-206 with bipartisan support from two Democrats. This bill amends Title IX to define sex as based on reproductive biology at birth. Introduced
A federal court has delivered a pivotal ruling that safeguards the privacy and fairness of girls nationwide. On April 29th, the Biden administration announced plans to redefine “sex” under Title IX to include “gender identity,” effectively requiring schools to overlook established sex-based protections that acknowledge the biological differences between men and women. This decision quickly
