C&T: September 2024
As summer turns to fall in Arkansas, we take a look back at the 2024 Annual Planning Meeting, and League General Counsel John Wilkerson stops by to offer some insight into legislative priorities ahead of the next Arkansas General Assembly. We also hit the courts at the 2024 UAMS Health Little Rock Open and swing […]
Time: The most precious of commodities
While I don’t think of time as my adversary, per se, the hard truth is I’ve got more of it behind me than I do in front of me.
From the President: Spring 2025
It’s hard to believe that June is fast approaching—it seems like just yesterday I stepped into my role as president of the Arkansas Municipal League.
The do’s and don’ts of non-DOT drug testing
The two most common types of drug testing are testing due to reasonable suspicion and drug testing for employees in safety-sensitive positions.
ACMA spring conference welcomes Dr. Kay Goss
Attendees discussed a variety of issues and challenges faced by local governments, including residential redevelopment, municipal hiring processes and succession planning.
Arkansas Civic Education Program expands offerings with ACE SafeTrack
ACE SafeTrack ensures that essential safety training is always accessible, empowering municipal employees to learn anytime, anywhere.
The Hanamaki-Hot Springs connection bridges cultures, fosters innovation
Hot Springs’ Sister Cities partnership with Hanamaki, Japan, was established in 1993.
A gentler approach to stress management
We all feel pressure to find the perfect balance between our work and family, between our day-to-day obligations and the activities that truly bring us joy.
A trip down south
Jim heads back to Potluck for some words of wisdom from Mayor Furlow Thompson.
Jacksonville RR Xing completion marks end of 3 decades of upgrades
JP Wright Loop was chosen due to the risk posed by the intersection between a major thoroughfare and one of the busiest railways in the region.
