Arkansas Daily Briefing: June 17, 2025

📢 Today on the Arkansas Daily Briefing – June 17, 2025🧑‍⚖️ Library Book Law Back in CourtThe state is appealing a federal judge’s ruling that struck down parts of Act 372, Arkansas’ controversial library materials law. Attorney General Tim Griffin says the decision was overbroad and that the state has a right to regulate obscene materials for minors.⚖️ Corrections Board Drama Heats UpThe Arkansas Board of Corrections votes to open settlement talks over its lawsuit with AG Griffin—but Griffin fires back, calling the board’s attorney illegally hired and saying he has no interest in settling.🚨 Grant Hardin Pleads Not Guilty to Escape ChargeThe former police chief convicted of murder and rape walked out of a state prison in May. Now he's pleading not guilty, and a trial is set for November. He's currently locked up at Varner Supermax.⚾️ Razorbacks vs. UCLA – Elimination Game TonightAfter a no-hitter by Gage Wood — just the third in College World Series history — Arkansas takes on UCLA in a must-win game. Winner faces LSU. 🌩 Weather delays are in play, so watch the clock.📉 Black Mayors Association Sued Over $87M Grant DisputeA Little Rock consulting firm says it helped secure millions in USDA flood prevention funding, but never got paid. Now they’re suing for over $51K, plus damages.🗳️ 2026 House Races Shake Up👑 Beth Anne Rankin Baker, former Miss Arkansas and longtime Huckabee policy adviser, jumps into the race for District 99 with a lineup of big-name endorsements.📦 Rep. Fran Cavenaugh won’t seek re-election and backs Josh Longmire to take her place in District 30.🌲 Schools Wanted for Outdoor Education PilotThe Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is now accepting applications from schools to join a first-of-its-kind outdoor education pilot. Only 30 schools will be chosen. This is your chance to integrate outdoor learning directly into the school day. Interested admins should email 👉 [e-mail].📬 Subscribe for more Arkansas news, politics, policy, and razorback updates — every weekday.#ArkansasNews #FreeArkansas #CWS2025 #Razorbacks #LibraryLaw #CorrectionsBoard #GrantHardin #BethAnneBaker #ArkansasPolitics #OutdoorEducation #DailyBriefing