Arkansas governor News

Arkansas Governor’s Order Grants Businesses Virus Lawsuit Protections

Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson has granted businesses protections from coronavirus lawsuits, while the state’s epidemiologist said she’s concerned loosened restrictions may have caused some to lower their guard against the virus. Hutchinson signed executive orders that grants similar immunity to …

Arkansas Governor Declares Disasters in 15 Counties

Gov. Mike Beebe has declared 15 counties as disaster areas following strong storms across the state that included tornadoes and left five people injured. Beebe announced the declaration Thursday – a day after the storm crossed Arkansas. The governor also …

Beebe Seeks Disaster Declaration for Arkansas Drought

Gov. Mike Beebe is requesting a statewide disaster declaration because of the drought plaguing Arkansas. Beebe’s office said Tuesday that he asked U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack for a disaster designation for all of the state’s 75 counties. If issued, …