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Kansas Governor's Power on Extradition: What You Need to Know

January 1, 2026

Kansas is in a heated debate about the death penalty. At the center of this is whether the governor can refuse to send people to states that use it. The state's attorney general, Kris Kobach, says no. He believes the governor must follow the law and can't pick and choose who to extradite. The gover

finance

Arkansas Ends Tax Breaks for Businesses in Designated Areas

December 31, 2025

The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration made a big change. They got rid of a rule that gave tax breaks to businesses in certain areas. These areas are called enterprise zones. The rule, known as Enterprise Zone Rule 1989-1, allowed businesses to get money back on sales and use taxes. I

sports

Sports Stories That Stole the Show in 2025

December 30, 2025

In 2025, sports stories made their way into the Arkansas Times, but not in the usual way. Unlike other media outlets that focus solely on sports, the Times only covers sports when something truly remarkable happens. This year was no different. Among the usual political and food stories, sports tales

science

Turning Peanut Oil into Eco-Friendly Plastic with Bacteria

December 28, 2025

Bacteria can make plastic-like stuff from peanut oil. This isn't your usual plastic. It's special because it breaks down naturally and doesn't harm the environment. Scientists found a type of bacteria called Bacillus subtilis LO1. It's great at turning peanut oil into this eco-friendly plastic. Thi

politics

A Surprising Turn for a South African in the U. S.

December 27, 2025

Benjamin Schoonwinkel, a 59-year-old South African, thought he would find a new life in the United States. He had heard President Trump's words about welcoming white South Africans who felt they were being treated unfairly. So, he decided to make the journey. But things didn't go as planned. Instea

sports

Kelce's Exit: A Glimpse into the Chiefs' Future

December 27, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs are facing a tough time. They went from being a top team to struggling this season. Their star quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, got hurt. This makes people wonder if the Chiefs will ever be as good as they used to be. Travis Kelce, a key player for the Chiefs, is also in the spo

celebrities

A Cozy Christmas for Taylor and Travis

December 26, 2025

Christmas brought a mix of joy and disappointment for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Despite the Kansas City Chiefs losing their game, the couple enjoyed a quiet holiday together. Taylor showed up to support Travis at Arrowhead Stadium. She wore a stylish red bomber jacket over a black outfit, comp

business

A Big Win in a Small Town: Arkansas Hits the Jackpot

December 26, 2025

A huge lottery win just happened in Arkansas. A single ticket from Cabot, a suburb of Little Rock, snagged the second-largest Powerball prize ever. The winning ticket was sold at a Murphy USA gas station, a chain often found near Walmart stores. Cabot is a growing city with around 26, 733 people. I

celebrities

Kanye and Bianca's Quiet Night at the Ballet

December 25, 2025

Kanye West and Bianca Censori chose a unique way to celebrate Christmas Eve. They attended a showing of the classic ballet "The Nutcracker" in Los Angeles. The couple stayed for the entire performance, enjoying the festive atmosphere. Bianca wore a stylish fur coat, while Kanye sported his signatur

entertainment

A Lucky Arkansas Ticket Hits the $1. 8 Billion Powerball Jackpot

December 25, 2025

In a stroke of fortune, an Arkansas ticket holder became an instant billionaire after winning the Powerball jackpot worth $1. 8 billion. This massive win comes just in time for the holidays, making it one of the largest lottery prizes in U. S. history. The winning numbers—4, 25, 31, 52, 59, and the