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Grown: How to file Arkansas state individual income taxes It’s that time of year — tax season. Arkansas has a state income tax, meaning most who earned money in the state must file a return each spring. by Nyssa Kruse

How census data delays affect Arkansas redistricting, explained The delay of U.S. census numbers this year is crimping the redrawing of Arkansas legislative district boundaries, which is causing ripple effects for every level of government in the state and even next year's party primaries. by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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Electric vehicle usage + charging station expansions in Arkansas, explained Arkansas residents and visitors will soon see an increase in electric vehicle charging stations as public- and private-sector initiatives promise to expand the state's limited infrastructure. by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Arkansas bill to ban almost all abortions, explained A Senate committee passed a bill last week that would ban almost all abortions in Arkansas, ultimately with the goal of forcing the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider its decision in Roe v. Wade, which upheld the right to an abortion. by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

10 soup recipes to try as winter weather remains in Arkansas During a week of frigid temperatures and heavy snowfall, keeping warm is key and a bowl of soup can help. Here are 10 recipes to try. by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette - February 18, 2021

'Everybody has a story': CALS asks public to continue documenting pandemic after drop off in submissions Just weeks after the first case of covid-19 was discovered in Arkansas, the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies within the Central Arkansas Library System began ... by Nyssa Kruse - February 16, 2021

When will more groups be eligible for the vaccine in Arkansas + other rollout updates Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday said the state needs to get vaccinations to more residents age 70 and older before it can make them available to additional popul... by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette - February 11, 2021

Where to find sweet treats for Valentine’s Day in Little Rock Whether celebrating Galentine’s, Valentine’s or just enjoying the weekend, bakeries across Little Rock are offering special sweets and treats through at least F... by Nyssa Kruse - February 11, 2021

Who is running for governor, other executive offices in Arkansas' 2022 race Executive offices in Arkansas are up for grabs in 2022, and candidates are already beginning their campaigns for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney gene... by Nyssa Kruse - February 9, 2021

Grown: The process for first-time homebuyers in Arkansas, explained Buying a home is an infamously complicated, sometimes long process. To help get started, here are some first steps and tips from realtors in Central Arkansas. by Nyssa Kruse - February 9, 2021

Arkansas bill to tighten voter ID requirements, explained The Arkansas House voted this week in favor of a bill to amend Arkansas' voter-identification law by removing a section that allows voters without proper ID to ... by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette - February 4, 2021

10 ways to celebrate Black History Month in Little Rock Black History Month is here, and there are a variety of ways in Little Rock to learn about and celebrate the past, present and future of Black Americans. Here a... by Nyssa Kruse - February 4, 2021

LRSD's plan to exit intensive state support, explained The Little Rock School Board voted 9-0 Thursday to approve an exit plan meant to eventually extract the district from the intensive support category of the stat... by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette - February 2, 2021

Pandemic pets celebrate first birthdays as outbreak nears 12th month From cats to dogs to squirrels, numerous pandemic pets adopted early in the coronavirus outbreak are now turning one. by Nyssa Kruse - February 2, 2021

Arkansas Arts Center's 'transformational' makeover, explained Leaders of the Arkansas Arts Center on Monday announced the entity will be rebranded as the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and provided updates on the ongoing mak... by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette - January 28, 2021