AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation Policy: Arkansas Department of Education says applications for the state’s Educational Freedom Accounts ticked up to 54,442 for 2026-27, a slight rise from last year’s 52,529, as the LEARNS-era school choice program moves into its fourth year. Public Safety & Courts: A federal judge in the Western District of Arkansas denied Josh Duggar’s bid to overturn his child pornography conviction, ruling his motion was filed too late and questioning his credibility. Health Care Jobs: Baptist Health confirmed it will cut another 70 jobs in its Fort Smith area, citing decreased service volumes and duplicated roles, continuing a broader downsizing since late March. Local Governance: Pulaski County’s data center fight remains active, with a special election tied to District 44 mentioned in the latest coverage, while Little Rock’s proposed data center rules face criticism from a city panel. State Law Enforcement: The Arkansas State Police Commission set its next meeting for June 11 in Little Rock. Community & Culture: Crystal Bridges’ 114,000-square-foot expansion is set to open to the public this weekend, reshaping the visitor experience.
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