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Afternoon Newscast for Friday, April 3, 2026

Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Friday, April 3, 2026.

- SNAP work requirements go into effect Friday, April 3.

- Animal welfare group files federal complaint against UAMS over death of pig.

- Springdale doctor, three others arraigned on federal charges related to alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.

- New exhibit at the Clinton Presidential Center features rare historical documents including constitutional amendments, executive orders, and legislation.

- Central Arkansas Library system begins search for new leader.

- Flu activity continues to fall in Arkansas.

- UA Little Rock launches new direct admission program for transfer students.

Listen to live newscasts from Little Rock Public Radio each weekday during NPR's Morning Edition from 6 to 9 a.m., during All Things Considered from 4 to 6 p.m., and online at littlerockpublicradio.org.

Maggie Ryan is the Contributing Editor at Little Rock Public Radio.