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Shoffner resigns as treasurer, Beebe mulls replacements

Arkansas Comments Updated: May 21, 2013 6:17pm

LITTLE ROCK — State Treasurer Martha Shoffner resigned Tuesday, a day after appearing in federal court to face an extortion charge.In a letter to Gov. Mike Beebe, Shoffner said she tendered her resignation “with great sadness.”“I am proud to have...

UA president to recommend against guns on campus

Arkansas Comments Updated: May 21, 2013 5:35pm

LITTLE ROCK — The president of the University of Arkansas System said Tuesday he will recommend to UA trustees this week that all of the system’s 11 campuses opt out of a new law that allows college faculty and staff with permits to carry a...

House ready to speed Keystone XL approval over veto threat

Arkansas Comments May 21, 2013 5:00pm

WASHINGTON — The Obama administration Tuesday threatened to veto legislation pending before the House that would allow construction of the Keystone XL pipeline without presidential approval.

House Republican leaders plan to move forward...

Coop chief testifies on cyber-security

Arkansas Comments Updated: May 21, 2013 4:38pm

WASHINGTON — The president of the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas urged a congressional panel Tuesday to put the brakes on imposing new cyber security mandates on power utilities, saying voluntary industry standards are working.

“Don’t...

Lawsuit filed against Blytheville School District over school choice

News Comments Updated: May 21, 2013 2:36pm

LITTLE ROCK — A federal lawsuit filed by parents and grandparents of children in the Blytheville School District alleges the district has denied the constitutional rights of students by opting out of the state’s new school choice law.

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Chris Thyer, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, speaks during a news conference Monday with Conner Eldridge, U.S. Attorney for the Western District, at his side. (Rob Moritz photo), Gov. Mike Beebe discusses the arrest of state Treasurer Martha Shoffner with reporters Monday. Beebe said Shoffner should resign immediately. (John Lyon photo)

UPDATE: Feds allege Shoffner received kickbacks for targeted bond transactions

Arkansas Comments Updated: May 20, 2013 6:19pm

LITTLE ROCK — State Treasurer Martha Shoffner took thousands of dollars in kickbacks, delivered covertly in a pie box, for directing the bulk of bond transactions made by her office to a single broker, federal authorities allege in a complaint...

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Arkansas Will Play Ole Miss in SEC Tournament

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FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas will play Ole Miss in the SEC Tournament on...

Swanson On Rimington Trophy Watch List

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FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas center Travis Swanson has been named to the...

Mitchell Enrolling At North Carolina State

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FAYETTEVILLE — Former Arkansas quarterback Brandon Mitchell will enroll at...

Astin Scheduled To Start SEC Tournament Opener

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FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn hasn't changed his weekend...

Butler Mentioned as Potential Candidate at Georgia

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FAYETTEVILLE — The Georgia baseball program is looking for a new coach after...

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Razorbacks

SEC Tournament: Anderson Producing At Plate For Arkansas

Razorbacks Comments Updated: May 22, 2013 8:03am
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Harry King

Triple Crown is supposed to be difficult

Harry King Comments May 22, 2013 1:00am
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Steve Brawner

Budget news mostly good, some bad

Steve Brawner Comments May 19, 2013 1:00am
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Jason Tolbert

Shoffner’s troubles highlight need for qualified officeholders

Jason Tolbert Comments May 22, 2013 1:00am
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Sports

SEC Tournament: Anderson Producing At Plate For Arkansas

Razorbacks Comments Updated: May 22, 2013 8:03am

FAYETTEVILLE — It’s no secret Arkansas sophomore Brian Anderson has had a rough year defensively.His team-leading 20 errors and .893 fielding percentage — most of which have come on off-target throws from shortstop and third base — are all the proof...

SEC Tournament: Arkansas Staff Eager For Tournament Work

Razorbacks Comments May 22, 2013 7:46am

Women's Golf Starts Slow At NCAA Championships

Razorbacks Comments Updated: May 22, 2013 8:01am

Pitching Rotation Won't Change As Arkansas Aims For SEC Tourney Success

Razorbacks Comments Updated: May 21, 2013 8:24am
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