Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
- Lawmakers have given final approval to a pair of bills changing the petition process in Arkansas.
- Arkansas ACCESS has advanced through the House and Senate Education committees.
- The Democratic Party of Arkansas opposes parts of Arkansas ACCESS.
- Attorney General Tim Griffin is investigating a utility company over billing issues in White Hall.
- Baxter Co. Jail will no longer provide phone access to detainees.
- Baptist Health plans to close preschool centers in Little Rock, North Little Rock.
- A Pulaski Co. student is Arkansas' State Spelling Bee Champion.
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