Governor's News Room

Recently, representatives from the National Center for Youth Law visited Little Rock to recognize Arkansas's advances in improving our juvenile justice system. Over the past four years, we have progressed from being a system considered below average to one praised as a model for other states to follow. Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our system required a change in mindset at the...

Recently, representatives from the National Center for Youth Law visited Little Rock to recognize Arkansas's advances in improving our juvenile justice system. Over the past four years, we have progressed from being a system considered below average to one praised as a model for other states to follow. Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our system required a change in mindset at the...

Governor Beebe recently participated in the dedication of a courtyard at the University of Arkansas School of Law in honor of law school Dean Richard Atkinson, who died in 2005.

LITTLE ROCK - Governor Mike Beebe today announced his intent to grant seven pardons. An additional 19 clemency requests were denied and 17 had no action taken upon them. These include requests from both inmates and non-inmates. The seven applicants intended for pardons have completed all jail time, fulfilled all parole-and-probationary requirements and paid all fines related to their sentenc...

LITTLE ROCK - Governor Mike Beebe today announced the following appointments to boards and commissions: Johnny Allison, Conway, reappointed to the Board of Trustees of the State Police Retirement System. Appointment expires July 1, 2017. Tad Bokker, Jr., Forrest City, reappointed to the Arkansas Towing and Recovery Board. Appointment expires June 22, 2013. Lois Boyd, Marianna, to the Mi...

Arkansas's State Parks system showcases our greatest natural treasures. Our 52 public parks and museums encompass more than 54,000 acres of lakes, rivers, mountains, and valleys. They include camp sites, hiking and walking trails, swimming and boating areas, archaeological and historic sites, and the chance to experience Arkansas crafts and folklore. We are called the Natural State for a very g...

Arkansas's State Parks system showcases our greatest natural treasures. Our 52 public parks and museums encompass more than 54,000 acres of lakes, rivers, mountains, and valleys. They include camp sites, hiking and walking trails, swimming and boating areas, archaeological and historic sites, and the chance to experience Arkansas crafts and folklore. We are called the Natural State for a very g...

Arkansas's Division of Youth Services receives national recognition for its efforts to help at-risk children build a better future.

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LITTLE ROCK - Citing the current economic environment, Governor Mike Beebe is asking the Parks, Recreation and Travel Commission to hold fees at Arkansas State Parks at their current level. Beebe made the request to Arkansas Parks and Tourism Director Richard Davies on Tuesday afternoon. The Commission has proposed a 10-percent increase for park fees, and is expected to hold a final vote on the ...

Governor Beebe addresses the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute...

Governor Beebe today participated in the dedication ceremony of the 12-story expansion to the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). The 300,000-square-foot building will double the institute's capacity for research, treatment and outreach. Its design - which includes an abundance of natural light, balconies and a healing garden - is...

At the top of my list of priorities for Arkansas are two bedrock goals: finding the best ways to expand our state's economy and continually advancing standards of achievement in education. We focus on economic development because good jobs provide the foundation for strong, safe, and prosperous communities, and on improving our schools because job growth and education are inseparable. Despite th...

At the top of my list of priorities for Arkansas are two bedrock goals: finding the best ways to expand our state's economy and continually advancing standards of achievement in education. We focus on economic development because good jobs provide the foundation for strong, safe, and prosperous communities, and on improving our schools because job growth and education are inseparable. Despite th...

Governor Beebe participates in the White County Strategic Plan Unveiling

LITTLE ROCK - After discussions between Governor Beebe's office, the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) and other state agencies, at least 20 additional people will soon be helping to process applications for lottery scholarships. More than 53,000 students have applied for the scholarships. Most applications from traditional high-school graduates have already been processed electro...

On July 17, Arkansas lost a true American hero. As a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, serving in Vietnam in 1968, Nick Bacon displayed unselfish bravery and heroism in the face of intense enemy fire, even while wounded. His leadership of his platoon during that dangerous battle was so remarkable that he was honored with the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration this Nation bes...

On July 17, Arkansas lost a true American hero. As a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, serving in Vietnam in 1968, Nick Bacon displayed unselfish bravery and heroism in the face of intense enemy fire, even while wounded. His leadership of his platoon during that dangerous battle was so remarkable that he was honored with the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration this Nation bes...