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Gov. Hutchinson signs Stand Your Ground and Voter ID bills into law

Gov. Hutchinson signs Stand Your Ground and Voter ID bills into law

Read original article here Gov. Asa Hutchinson signed a “Stand Your Ground” bill into law Wednesday (March 3) despite his belief that it’s not necessary, but he hopes the Legislature also will pass a hate crimes bill as a complementary measure. The Arkansas governor spoke about the legislation during a “Pen and Pad” session in…read more »

Inauguration Day 2021 highlights: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris take office

Inauguration Day 2021 highlights: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris take office

Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th president on Wednesday, kicking off a day of fanfare that stood in stark contrast to a Washington devoid of crowds and on edge amid heightened security after the insurrection at the Capitol. A star-studded, largely virtual celebration began following Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ swearing-in at the West Front of…read more »

Radiothon is December 11th!

Radiothon is December 11th!

Festival of Stars Toy and Donation Drive | Radiothon Friday, December 11 | 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. OFFICIAL LINK – CLICK HERE Shine Bright for Kids! Festival of Stars is Arkansas Children’s annual, statewide toy and donation drive and radiothon hosted each year in December. Your thoughtful support of Festival of Stars will champion…read more »

NYC’S First Black Mayor Has Passed At 93

NYC’S First Black Mayor Has Passed At 93

David Dinkins, who made history as New York City’s first Black mayor, died of natural causes at his home on Monday. He was 93. Dinkins’ death comes just weeks after his wife, Joyce, passed away in October at age 89.  read more »

Holiday Travel During The Covid-19 Pandemic

Holiday Travel During The Covid-19 Pandemic

4 million travelers passed through the nation’s airports since Saturday on their way to celebrate Thanksgiving with their families. The TSA screened 917,354 people at airports across the country on Monday. Security screenings at U.S. airports surpassed 2 million over the weekend, as people ignored the CDC’s warnings to avoid traveling over the holiday. It’s a far…read more »

Sammy Davis Jr’s Daughter Tracey Has Passed

Sammy Davis Jr’s Daughter Tracey Has Passed

Tracey Davis, daughter of Sammy Davis Jr., has died, her ex-husband Guy Garner confirmed to the Associated Press. Garner said Tracey died in Franklin, Tennessee, on November 2, following a short illness. An official cause of death was not revealed. Read full story here: Sammy Davis Jr’s Daughter Tracey Dead at 59read more »