Arkansas State University just opened a special vet service that drives out to farms instead of making animals come to the clinic. This means farmers no longer have to transport large animals like horses or cattle for routine check-ups or emergencies. Two vets, including Dr. Trey Neyland, will visit
Illinois recently approved a $55. 9 billion budget for the next fiscal year, a slight increase from last year but still smaller than what the governor first proposed. The new budget introduces several new taxes, mostly targeting businesses and digital activities. Social media platforms, fantasy spor
Illinois just made a big move to level the playing field when it comes to information access. The state struck a deal that lets any resident tap into over fifty digital databases through their local library—all for free. These databases aren’t just random collections; they include e-books, research
Tennessee spring sports fans might see different tournament setups in a few years. The state’s sports governing body is reviewing changes after heavy rains messed up many games in 2026. While nothing will happen right away, discussions could lead to adjustments by 2028. The biggest issue was games g
Arkansas has launched its first local magazine that celebrates artificial intelligence. The publication, created by a Little Rock consultant who also runs an AI club, claims to bring the promise of automation and new tech to residents. It paints a picture of AI as a friendly helper that can cut cost
Arkansas wants to change some federal rules that guide its public schools. The state says these rules slow down progress for students and make it hard to use money wisely. In April, the state’s education department sent a letter to the U. S. Department of Education asking for three special permissi
Arkansas has joined a growing number of states allowing residents to store their driver’s license or state ID digitally in Apple Wallet. The move follows the state’s earlier launch of a mobile ID app in 2025, initially meant for downloading IDs to phones. Now, those digital copies can be used alongs
Arkansas gives its people a special power—voting directly on new laws through signatures. For years, this has let citizens push for changes like better pay or healthcare, even when politicians said no. But now, those in charge are trying to make it much harder for regular folks to do this. Last year
Arkansas residents should prepare for a mixed bag of weather this week. Forecasters predict scattered thunderstorms starting Tuesday morning, with another possible round later in the day. A cold front pushing through the region will bring the chance of heavy rain that could last into Wednesday. Whil
Tennessee’s government is controlled by a single party with overwhelming power, but this setup is doing more harm than good. When one group dominates politics completely, it shuts down fresh ideas and accountability. Think of it like a store with no competition—prices go up, service drops, and no on
