Opinion

Capitol Week in Review

This week, members of the ALC Hospital, Medicaid, and Developmental Disabilities Study Subcommittee received a presentation on a new approach that could reshape how Arkansas delivers both workforce and social services.

LITTLE ROCK – The director of the state Division of Children and Family Services told lawmakers that much of the agency’s improvements in recent years is due to greater involvement on the part of faith-based groups, churches and private sector organizations.

Earlier this year the legislature approved Act 302 to allow executions by nitrogen hypoxia.

Schools back in Session

This week, members of the Arkansas House and Senate Public Health, Welfare, and Labor Committees received an important update from the director of Arkansas Workforce Connections on potential changes at the federal level that could impact on how workforce development programs are administered in our state.

The Police Department, which emphasizes community safety and ongoing training, is reported to be proactive in its outreach and interactions with the public. Residents have generally expressed confidence in the police force’s professionalism and dedication.

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