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Monday, May 4, 2026 · Saline County

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.

Monday, May 4, 2026

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KATV Struggle Highlights Arkansas News Access Woes

Little Rock's KATV ABC 7, the state's go-to source for breaking news, faces digital hurdles leaving Arkansans in the dark on May 4, 2026. With only a bare directory page available online, residents from Hot Springs to Pine Bluff scramble for local updates amid severe weather threats. This glitch underscores the fragility of Central Arkansas' media lifeline.

Monday, May 4, 2026

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