For some time, I have been hearing rumors of Conway School District Maintenance staff doing personal work for Administrators while on the District clock using materials purchased by the District. On June 2nd I obtained an email from Tami Marsh sent on May 19th to then Superintendent Jeff Collum. (Note – Collum resigned on July […]
On June 7th I brought you the story of Sebastian County Circuit Judge Dianna Ladd ruling Dingman had violated laws in the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, (AFOIA), by concealing and destroying records requested by Fort Smith attorney Joey McCutchen. https://arkansas1st.com/state/court-rules-fort-smith-city-director-jeff-dingman-violated-foia-laws-are-felony-charges-next/ Ladd’s order resulted in Sebastian County Prosecutor Daniel Shue requesting the Arkansas Attorney General’s
HARDLINERS LIVE TONIGHT! Tonight’s Episode: Chase McDowell Challenges French Hill for Arkansas Congressional Seat! Join us for a fiery episode of Saline Hardliners TONIGHT, July 10, 2025, at 8:00 PM CDT! Here’s the Big News: Chase McDowell, a bold conservative and true Arkansan, is running for Congress in the House of Representatives against incumbent French
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,
Hi Kids, and welcome to Arkansas 1st! Below, I’m going to share three important facts about July 4th 1. What Happened on July 4th? On July 4, 1776, leaders from the 13 American colonies came together and signed an important paper called the Declaration of Independence.This document said that the colonies were free and
Hi, my name is Katie Morris. You may have heard about the war going on between Israel and Iran. Iran has threatened to destroy Israel and the Jewish people. They have also threatened the United States. In fact, the Iranian regime hates both countries. Today I’m going to talk about the Israeli and Iran war
In this episode of Arkansas 1st Reports, we sit down with Bryan Norris, decorated Army veteran and grassroots leader, as he officially announces his campaign to become Arkansas’s next Secretary of State. Bryan shares his motivation for challenging Senator Kim Hammer, discusses what’s at stake in our election system, and outlines his vision for restoring
Sheridan Public School District Board of Education held a work session on March 11, 2024 and a recent Special Called Public School Board meeting on June 7, 2025 discussing finances, homeschooling and vaping. Audio of the work session is posted on South Arkansas Reckoning’s YouTube account (Link to the audio) and the live video was
In this powerful episode of Arkansas 1st Reports, Kandi Cox sits down with Michael Johninson, Executive Director of Compassion In Action Re-entry. Michael shares his remarkable journey from incarceration to ministry, and how God used a burden for illiterate inmates to birth a thriving outreach that now spans county jails, courtrooms, and sober living homes
In this explosive episode of Arkansas 1st Reports, host Kandi Cox sits down with Laurie Gross, former Searcy County Election Commissioner, to unpack how Arkansas’s only paper ballot county—with a flawless 100% audit match—was sanctioned and banned for 14 years by the Arkansas State Board of Election Commissioners. Laurie shares how a fully legal
Asking hard questions about how our schools handle the public’s money is not an attack on the school district or on public education in general– it’s about trust, transparency and making sure our tax dollars and our children get the protection they deserve. If you want Cabot Schools to succeed, the details matter. On May
In January of this year, I brought you the story of several Coaches at the Forrest City School who were not licensed by the State to perform their duties. Link to article – No Records Of License Or Waiver For Nine Forrest City Teachers / Coaches I wanted to do a deeper dive into the
On May 2nd Fort Smith attorneys Joey McCutchen and Stephen Napurano filed a lawsuit against Fort Smith City Administrator Jeff Dingman for violating laws in the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, (FOIA). Even though it is well known I want to point out in full disclosure that for several years I have partnered with McCutchen
I was able to obtain a letter dated April 1oth, 2025 from Deputy Legislative Auditor Matt Fink to The Legislative Joint Auditing Committee and the Cabot School Board informing them of the unauthorized withdrawals. On October 24th, 2023 an unauthorized withdrawal was made in the amount of $9,937.00 and then on June 28th, 2024 another
On May 9th, I brought you the story of Forrest City high school boys basketball coach, Marcus Britt, being arrested in Wynne AR on charges of driving on a suspended license. https://arkansas1st.com/state/forrest-city-basketball-coach-arrested-for-driving-on-suspended-license-marijuana-found-in-car/ Body camera video of the stop revealed Britt was in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The arresting officer stated he was doing
On May 8th, I brought you Part I discussing the new law. Link to article – https://arkansas1st.com/state/new-state-bathroom-law-part-1this-law-should-leave-transgenders-smiling-and-conservatives-pissed-off/ Basically, what the law says is that in Government buildings, to enter a men’s restroom, changing room and so on you have to be a male and to enter a women’s restroom, changing room and so on you
On May 12th, I brought you the story of the April 26th traffic stop of State Senator Gary Stubblefield by Fayetteville PD. Link to article complete with Body Camera video. https://arkansas1st.com/state/body-camera-video-shows-disturbing-incident-with-state-senator-gary-stubblefield-and-fayetteville-pd/ The body camera videos I provided in the article raised questions as to department Policy violations and special treatment given to Senator Stubblefield. I
Submitted by Sara Peppard This reflective paper explores my personal experiences growing up in Iran, immigrating to the United States, and aligning myself with the Republican Party, detailing the motivations behind my political beliefs. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), or Pasdaran, was formed after the Iranian Revolution of 1979. Following the overthrow of the
A quote from Judge Allen Dodson to the County Noise Ordinance 23-20 – “We will defend it and do what we have to do to protect our citizens’.” Keep that in mind and we will revisit his quote at the end. As you all know, I have been writing for some time about the noise
In this episode of Arkansas 1st Reports, host Kandi Cox welcomes Aaron Hansen of Saline County, who officially announces his candidacy for Arkansas State Representative, District 81, on the Republican ticket. Aaron shares his journey from autobody professional to grassroots activist, and now, conservative candidate. Together, they dive into key issues shaping Arkansas’s future: tax
