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Republicans jockeying for leadership positions in Arkansas House

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2 years ago

February 29, 2024

Republicans jockeying for leadership positions in Arkansas House

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Rep. Keith Brooks, R-Little Rock, became the third candidate to declare for House Majority Leader in the next Arkansas General Assembly. There are also three candidates seeking the Speaker of the House post.

Brooks joins Rep. Howard Beaty, R-Crossett, and Rep. Aaron Pilkington, R-Knoxville, in asking colleagues to vote them as the next House Majority Leader, a position held by Rep. Marcus Richmond, R-Harvey.

Beaty and Pilkington joined the race earlier this month.

“I intend to help the caucus speak boldly on the values we hold dear and have a caucus where every member feels heard, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique insights. The next session is going to be one full of change. I want us to embrace this change and lean in, our collective efforts will make our caucus more successful,” Beaty said.

“Representative Keith Brooks and I came into the House in the same freshman class, and I respect and consider Keith a friend and an ally. I feel confident that his decision to enter the race for majority leader is based on many of the same concerns and issues that moved me to run. I wish both Representatives Brooks and Pilkington only the best. If not elected, I will work tirelessly to support and help make the caucus choice for majority leader successful.”

Pilkington told his fellow House members earlier this month that his track record, communication skills and “crafting conservative policy” qualified him for the job.

“I am eager to continue our journey together, focusing on these three key pillars: Winning elections, improving communication, and crafting conservative policy. By working together, we can secure a brighter future for Arkansas and uphold the values we hold dear,” he said.

“I invite you to reach out to me with any questions or ideas you may have. Your support means the world to me, and I look forward to the opportunity to lead our caucus to new heights,” Pilkington added.

Pledging to have “consistent and open communication” with the House GOP caucus, Brooks said his efforts guiding the LEARNS Act through the House are an example of his leadership approach.

“In my view, the role of Majority Leader should be a strong public voice for both our caucus and principled conservative policy. The Leader must communicate our House legislative priorities effectively to Members, the Senate, the Governor’s office and our constituents to clearly show the value of our platform. Through Arkansas LEARNS, you have seen both my willingness and ability to do just that,” Brooks said.

“Additionally, the Majority Leader should value relationships with each caucus member, and build a strong bond that understands the policy goals each has which reflect the needs of their individual House District,” he added.

Republicans hold 82 of the 100 seats in the Arkansas House of Representatives.

There is also a three-way race for Speaker of the House. Rep. Matthew Shepherd, R-El Dorado, is not seeking a fourth full term as speaker.

Rep. Brian Evans, R-Cabot, Rep. Jack Ladyman, R-Jonesboro, and Rep. Johnny Rye, R-Trumann, are vying for the speaker’s post.

Evans, president of a logistics and freight services company, was first elected in 2019. He is the chairman of the House Education committee.

Ladyman, an engineer by trade, was first elected to the House in 2015. He is co-chair of the Arkansas Legislative Council Policy Making committee and is a former chairman of the Public Health committee.

Rye, a retired Poinsett Co. Assessor, was first elected to the House in 2017. He is the co-chair of the Legislative Joint Auditing-Counties And Municipalities committee.

Voting for the new leadership positions will take place after the fiscal session of the 94th General Assembly in April.

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Arkansas Lottery Cash 3, Cash 4 winning numbers for Dec. 14, 2025

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11 hours ago

December 15, 2025

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The Arkansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 results for each game:

Winning Cash 3 numbers from Dec. 14 drawing

Evening: 0-8-3

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Winning Cash 4 numbers from Dec. 14 drawing

Evening: 7-8-7-9

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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Dec. 14 drawing

08-23-32-33-34, Lucky Ball: 15

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Winning Natural State Jackpot numbers from Dec. 14 drawing

06-11-17-18-37

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When are the Arkansas Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
Cash 3 Midday: 12:59 p.m. CT daily except Sunday.
Cash 3 Evening: 6:59 p.m. CT daily.
Cash 4 Midday: 12:59 p.m. CT daily except Sunday.
Cash 4 Evening: 6:59 p.m. CT daily.
Lucky For Life: 9:30 p.m. CT daily.
Natural State Jackpot: 8 p.m. CT daily except Sunday.
LOTTO: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.

Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.

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Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.

You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.

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Arkies in the Beltway | Week of December 14, 2025 | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

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23 hours ago

December 14, 2025

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This is “Arkies in the Beltway” for the week of Dec. 14, 2025! I’m Alex Thomas, Washington Correspondent for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, with your look at national politics and the Arkansans influencing the discussions.

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Arkansas farm leaders are thankful for the White House’s plan to help agriculture, but they remain uneasy about farming’s immediate future.

The Trump administration plans to provide farmers across the country with one-time relief payments in the coming months. The package totals $12 billion, with row crop farmers set to receive most of the funds.

STORY: Arkansas farmers thankful, remain uneasy following Trump economic relief announcement

The Trump administration announced the relief package during a roundtable last Monday at the White House.

Two Arkansans — U.S. Sen. John Boozman, R-Ark., and Crittenden County farmer Charles Williams — joined other lawmakers and farmers for the event.

Read the full story in Monday’s edition of the Democrat-Gazette.

The Arkansas Army National Guard continues its mission in the nation’s capital. Roughly 100 National Guard members arrived in Washington, D.C., earlier this month to assist local law enforcement.

The topic of deploying National Guard units to cities across the country was the subject of a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing last Thursday.

Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., serves on the committee. The Little Rock senator defended the president’s ability to use the National Guard and military units in American cities, citing President Dwight Eisenhower’s 1957 decision to send federal troops to Little Rock to desegregate Little Rock Central High School.

STORY: Cotton defends Trump’s National Guard deployments to U.S. cities, compares them to Central High crisis

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced David Clay Fowlkes’ nomination to the full chamber for its consideration.

President Donald Trump nominated Fowlkes to serve on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas. The Arkansan currently serves as the district’s U.S. attorney.

STORY: U.S. Senate committee advances Fowlkes judicial nomination

Thank you for supporting “Arkies in the Beltway!” You can stay up to date with all Arkansas news at ArkansasOnline.com, or follow me on Bluesky for more developments from the nation’s capital!

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Kingston author’s new book debunks Arkansas’ graveyard myths | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

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1 day ago

December 14, 2025

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Kingston author’s new book debunks Arkansas’ graveyard myths | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Bill Bowden

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Bill Bowden covers a variety of news for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, primarily in Northwest Arkansas. He has worked at the newspaper for 16 years and previously worked for both the Arkansas Democrat and Arkansas Gazette.

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