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Friday, May 1, 2026 · Fayetteville

Sanders Orders Delta Water Conservation Amid Arkansas Drought

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has issued an executive order mandating strict water conservation measures across Arkansas' Mississippi Delta region as prolonged drought threatens agriculture and communities. The directive targets groundwater overuse in critical counties, building on the state's ongoing water plan updates. Farmers and local leaders warn of escalating risks without immediate action.

Friday, May 1, 2026
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