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Friday, Sep 22, 2006 Candidates for governor squabble over payday lenders By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - The Democrat and Republican running for governor sparred over payday lenders Thursday with one accusing the other of not being as sincere in his opposition to the much-maligned business. - Friday, Sep 22, 2006 Crow named Carroll County district judge LITTLE ROCK - Gov. Mike Huckabee on Thursday announced the appointment of Gerald Kent Crow of Berryville as district judge for the Eastern District of Carroll County. - Friday, Sep 22, 2006 Conviction in 1999 murder upheld By Robin Mero BENTONVILLE -Benton County's longest and most expensive murder case, according to local prosecutors, was put to rest Thursday when the Arkansas Supreme Court upheld the 2005 conviction of Albert Kieth Smith for kidnapping and murder. - Friday, Sep 22, 2006 Past News State's jobless rate drops slightly to 5.3 percent By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas' unemployment rate in August dropped one-tenth of a percentage point to 5. - Thu, Sep 21, 2006 Campaign to encourage students to take rigorous courses By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - State education officials Wednesday kicked off a new media campaign to emphasize the importance of rigorous courses to student achievement. - Thu, Sep 21, 2006 New Hutchinson ad touts plans to fight meth, illegal immigration By James Jefferson LITTLE ROCK - Republican gubernatorial candidate Asa Hutchinson promises a safer Arkansas in a new television ad touting his plans to curb meth addiction and illegal immigration. - Thu, Sep 21, 2006 Worker injured on retreat entitled to benefits, court rules By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A woman who was injured on a work-related "team bonding" retreat with co-workers is entitled to injury benefits, the Arkansas Court of Appeals ruled Wednesday. - Thu, Sep 21, 2006 Funding formula for school transportation discussed By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A panel of state lawmakers, public school bus drivers and transportation officials met Wednesday to try and develop a new public school transportation funding formula. - Thu, Sep 21, 2006 Beebe, Hutchinson endorsed by police unions, campaign in Central Arkansas By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Beebe and Republican opponent Asa Hutchinson both claimed police union endorsements Tuesday, campaigning in Central Arkansas a day after their first debate. - Wed, Sep 20, 2006 Committee declines to recommend two-year funding formula changes, inquires about funding disparities By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Legislators declined to endorse recommended changes to the two-year college funding formula Tuesday and questioned the formula's efficiency during a joint higher education subcommittee meeting at the Capitol. - Wed, Sep 20, 2006 Halter, Holt clash on immigration, schools, wages By Doug Thompson LITTLE ROCK - The two major party candidates for lieutenant governor clashed over deportation of illegal immigrants, prekindergarten classes in public schools and the state's minimum wage Monday night in a head-to-head debate. - Tue, Sep 19, 2006 Committee hears about Wal-Mart's energy saving efforts By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A state task force hopes to take a page from the world's largest retailer in designing future schools and other government facilities to be more energy efficient. - Tue, Sep 19, 2006 Clark to join UCLA as senior fellow LITTLE ROCK - Retired Army Gen. Wesley Clark will serve as a senior fellow at the University of California at Los Angeles this fall, the university announced Monday. - Tue, Sep 19, 2006 Wives hit campaign trail for husbands in governor's race By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Ginger Beebe and Susan Hutchinson may not be as well known as their husbands, but they are out making names for themselves during this campaign season. - Sun, Sep 17, 2006 Irrigation project's cost questioned, new cost study sought By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Under pressure from lawmakers, the head of Arkansas' natural resources agency agreed Friday to update the price tag of the embattled Grand Prairie irrigation project. - Sat, Sep 16, 2006 Beebe ahead on contributions for August Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - Democratic gubernatorial nominee Mike Beebe raised more than $150,000 more than Republican opponent Asa Hutchinson last month, according to August campaign financial disclosure reports filed Friday. - Sat, Sep 16, 2006 New online campaign filing option delayed By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - The introduction of a new system to file campaign finance reports online has been delayed until early next year, Secretary of State Charlie Daniels said Friday. - Sat, Sep 16, 2006 Ideas on how to repeal of tax on groceries discussed By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - With both the Democratic and Republican candidates for governor on board, the time is right for eliminating the sales tax on groceries in Arkansas, legislators said Thursday. - Fri, Sep 15, 2006 Attorney general candidates fight over veterans issues By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Republican candidate Gunner DeLay announced a plan to assist veterans returning from active duty through the state attorney general's office Thursday and questioned the patriotism of his Democratic opponent for the statewide office. - Fri, Sep 15, 2006 Medicaid reimbursement rates to jump for dentists By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas' Medicaid reimbursement rates to dentists will greatly increase under a plan approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Gov. - Fri, Sep 15, 2006 Proposed new adult protective services rules discussed By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Implementing proposed new adult protective service rules, including hiring additional field workers, will carry a price tag of about $3. - Fri, Sep 15, 2006 Court affirms dismissal in Williamson case, contempt finding against Stilley By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - A Fayetteville woman lost an appeal to the state Supreme Court on Thursday in a child support case involving NBA player and former Razorback basketball star Corliss Williamson. - Fri, Sep 15, 2006 2007 may bring shorter spring turkey season Sent Sept. 14, 2006 Arkansas News Correspondent - Fri, Sep 15, 2006 Governor announces appointments to state panels Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - Gov. Mike Huckabee announced 36 appointments to state boards and commissions Thursday. - Fri, Sep 15, 2006 Beebe would boost library spending; Hutchinson touts health care By Doug Thompson LITTLE ROCK - The major party candidates for governor pitched additional state spending initiatives Wednesday, with Democrat Mike Beebe proposing a $1. - Thu, Sep 14, 2006 New hearing ordered in lawsuit over accountant's advice By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - The Arkansas Court of Appeals on Wednesday ordered a new hearing in a lawsuit involving an accountant and tax advice he gave a Benton County business. - Thu, Sep 14, 2006 Democrats pass on answering conservative group's election questionnaire By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Democratic candidates for top statewide offices passed on answering questions posed by a conservative pro-family organization for its online voting guide for the 2006 general election, a spokesman said Wednesday. - Thu, Sep 14, 2006 Gas prices dropping; Russellville has some of the lowest By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Gas prices continued to drop around Arkansas on Tuesday, and Russellville had some of the lowest prices in the state. - Wed, Sep 13, 2006 Committee hears possible solutions to child support problem By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - State officials suggested ways to curb non-payment of child support, including a grant program to provide prosecutors with more resources to handle the caseload and a freeze on property transfers by deadbeat parents, during a joint committee m - Wed, Sep 13, 2006 No Democratic opponent in District 95 race By Doug Thompson LITTLE ROCK - The Democratic Party of Arkansas has conceded the District 95 House race to Republican Aaron Burkes of Lowell after the Democratic candidate quit the race. - Wed, Sep 13, 2006 Stephens reorganization gains approval Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - Warren A. Stephens has received final regulatory approval for his sole ownership of Stephens Inc. - Wed, Sep 13, 2006 Five years later, governor, victims' families remember Sept. 11 By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Rebecca McDowell's niece, Sara Low, was serving as a flight attendant for America Airlines on Sept. - Tue, Sep 12, 2006 Board approves waiver for Cabot school By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - The state Board of Education on Monday voted to approve two waivers allowing Cabot junior high students who lost their school in a fire to attend fewer days this school year. - Tue, Sep 12, 2006 ATRS board interviews candidates for executive director post By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - The board of trustees of the Arkansas Teacher Retirement System interviewed three people for the soon-to-be vacated position of executive director on Monday, but no decision was made. - Tue, Sep 12, 2006 Prosecution for non-support and other issues need study, legislator says By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - A steady stream of constituents complaining about not receiving child support payments has one state legislator searching for answers. - Tue, Sep 12, 2006 Lawmakers seek options in misappropriation of funds cases By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A state prosecutor cautioned legislators Friday not to overstep their authority as lawmakers ponder whether to take a hand in deciding whether to pursue criminal charges when state audits uncover unauthorized use of funds. - Sat, Sep 09, 2006 Hutchinson considers other sources for research funds By Doug Thompson FAYETTEVILLE - Republican candidate Asa Hutchinson said Friday he would consider other sources of money besides the state's General Improvement Fund for research projects at state universities if elected governor. - Sat, Sep 09, 2006 Higher education coordinating board approves revised bond project proposals By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board on Friday approved a revised list of capital improvement projects for a $250 million bond proposal on the Nov. - Sat, Sep 09, 2006 Democrat, facing federal indictment, drops out of House race By Doug Thompson FAYETTEVILLE - Democrat Robbyn Tumey of Rogers, facing a federal indictment, confirmed Friday that she has dropped out of the race for the District 95 state House seat. - Sat, Sep 09, 2006 March planned on anniversary of terrorist attacks Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - Gov. Mike Huckabee on Friday ordered state flags to be flown at half-staff Monday on the fifth anniversary of the Sept. - Sat, Sep 09, 2006 Clinton helps Beebe raise more than $600,000 for campaign By Rob Moritz NORTH LITTLE ROCK - Former President Bill Clinton attended two fund-raisers for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Beebe on Thursday, helping the candidate raise more than $600,000 for his campaign. - Fri, Sep 08, 2006 Voting system to be ready by November election, official pledges By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Representatives from the company hired to institute electronic voting statewide under a $15. - Fri, Sep 08, 2006 TEA board employee fired over misuse of state credit card By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - An employee of the Arkansas Transitional Employment Board was fired after it was discovered that she used the agency's credit card to purchase personal items totaling $27,052, a legislative panel heard Thursday. - Fri, Sep 08, 2006 Hutchinson sets goal of cutting drug abuse in half in four years By Doug Thompson SPRINGDALE - Republican gubernatorial candidate Asa Hutchinson said Thursday that, if elected, he would set a goal of cutting drug use by 50 percent during his first term. - Fri, Sep 08, 2006 Officials say information sharing, training key since terrorist attacks By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Since the terrorist attacks five years ago, Arkansas law enforcement agencies have changed their focus to preventing terrorist attacks with improved communications boosting their efforts, state officials said Thursday. - Fri, Sep 08, 2006 Wooldridge staffer joins Holt By Doug Thompson SPRINGDALE - The former campaign manager of failed Democratic lieutenant governor's candidate Tim Wooldridge is now a volunteer for Republican nominee Jim Holt. - Fri, Sep 08, 2006 Cellas donate $1 million to new foundation HOT SPRINGS - The family of Oaklawn Park owner Charles Cella made good on a promise made during last year's election on expanded gambling at the thoroughbred racetrack Thursday, donating $1 million to a citizen improvement foundation. - Fri, Sep 08, 2006 Daniels proposes state-funded county election coordinators; Lagrone clarifies son's voting status Betsy Turner and Doug Thompson LITTLE ROCK - Secretary of State Charlie Daniels on Wednesday proposed placing state-funded election coordinators in each of Arkansas 75 counties to help eliminate voting problems that plagued the May primaries. - Thu, Sep 07, 2006 Costs for college rising faster than income, study shows By Doug Thompson FAYETTEVILLE - The cost of a college education in Arkansas and 42 other states is rising faster than per capita income, according to results of a study by a non-profit higher education group released Wednesday. - Thu, Sep 07, 2006 Immigration process should be overhauled to ease way for illegal workers, governor says By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Bombarded with questions and complaints about illegal immigration, Gov. - Thu, Sep 07, 2006 Officials unveil new online teacher professional development program By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas teachers can now take required professional development courses online through a new program, Arkansas IDEAS, introduced Wednesday. - Thu, Sep 07, 2006 Lawmakers review regulations for gas drilling, gaming machines By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - State legislators Wednesday reviewed new rules and regulations governing booming natural gas exploration in western Arkansas and expanded gambling at the state's two pari-mutuel racetracks. - Thu, Sep 07, 2006 Pine Bluff sexual assault conviction upheld Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - The Arkansas Court of Appeals on Wednesday upheld the six-year prison sentence and $15,000 fine given to Rikko Smith of Pine Bluff, who was convicted last year of second-degree sexual assault. - Thu, Sep 07, 2006 Beebe proposes scholarships for low-income student By Doug Thompson FAYETTEVILLE - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Beebe on Tuesday proposed earmarking up to $12 million for college scholarships for low-income Arkansans. - Wed, Sep 06, 2006 Higher education institutions submit revised projects for bond package By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Several Arkansas college and universities are seeking to have different projects funded by a statewide bond proposal but most went with their original plans in a revised list that the state Department of Higher Education released Tuesday. - Wed, Sep 06, 2006 State revenues up in August By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas tax collections were up slightly last month but the state's economic growth appears to be slowing, the state fiscal director said Tuesday. - Wed, Sep 06, 2006 Direction sought in developing rules for 'any willing provider' law By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - The state insurance commissioner sought legislative direction Tuesday in determining how far the Arkansas Insurance Department can go in developing new rules and regulations for the state's so-called "any willing provider" law. - Wed, Sep 06, 2006 Clinton to attend fundraisers for Beebe, McDaniel Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - Former President Bill Clinton will be in Arkansas Thursday to attend fundraisers for the Democratic nominees for governor and attorney general. - Wed, Sep 06, 2006 Anderson challenges Boozman on prescriptions, taxes, fuel By Doug Thompson FAYETTEVILLE - Third District congressional challenger Woody Anderson of Fort Smith announced that he would support a simpler, more understandable prescription drug plan, alternative energy sources and an end to "corporate welfare" on capital gains taxes an - Wed, Sep 06, 2006 Bingo amendment quietly goes before voters in November By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - With the governor's race and others for constitutional offices garnering headlines, the only constitutional amendment on the Nov. - Sun, Sep 03, 2006 Lawmakers considering sales tax reduction for off-road diesel fuel By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Users of off-road diesel fuel in Arkansas - farmers, city and county road crews, construction companies and timber haulers - would receive a sales tax break on fuel cost under a plan being developed by lawmakers. - Sun, Sep 03, 2006 Hutchinson: Exempt bed tax, repeal food tax now By Doug Thompson FAYETTEVILLE - Governor's candidate Asa Hutchinson said he would support a waiver to exempt private-pay, long-term care facilities from the so-called bed tax. - Sat, Sep 02, 2006 Funding formula for school transportation to be developed By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A panel of state lawmakers voted Thursday to include a variety of education associations in the development of a new public school transportation funding formula. - Fri, Sep 01, 2006 Secretary of state encourages military personnel to request absentee ballots By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - As Secretary of State Charlie Daniels encouraged military personnel to request absentee balloting for the Nov. - Fri, Sep 01, 2006 School leaders to Hutchinson: Pay gap biggest school problem By Doug Thompson PEA RIDGE - Gaps between pay for teachers between large and small districts are a much bigger problem for small school districts than state education standards, Pea Ridge School District leaders told governor's candidate Asa Hutchinson on Thursday. - Fri, Sep 01, 2006 Bush brings in more than $400,000 for Hutchinson, state GOP By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - President Bush praised Republican Asa Hutchinson as a leader at a fundraiser Wednesday while pulling in more than $400,000 to be split between Hutchinson's gubernatorial campaign and the state Republican Party. - Thu, Aug 31, 2006 Committee approved funding study By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - The House and Senate education committees accepted a draft education funding adequacy study Wednesday, proposing an increase in poverty money but no increase in teacher salaries. - Thu, Aug 31, 2006 State agriculture chief says modified rice poses no health risk By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - The appearance of genetically modified rice in Arkansas poses no health risks but is affecting sales particularly in Western Europe, state Agriculture Secretary Richard Bell told legislators Wednesday. - Thu, Aug 31, 2006 Beebe: Leave the 350 consolidation number alone By Doug Thompson FARMINGTON - Democratic governor's candidate Mike Beebe said Wednesday he opposes increasing the minimum enrollment of Arkansas school districts from 350 students. - Thu, Aug 31, 2006 ADEM says pilot program to pair counties for emergency preparedness Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - The state emergency management office announced a pilot program Wednesday pairing six counties in eastern and western Arkansas to prepare for a possible earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic Zone in Northeast Arkansas. - Thu, Aug 31, 2006 Court of Appeals rules for Verkamps Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - The Arkansas Court of Appeals on Monday ordered a new hearing in a legal battle over the surface and mineral rights to a piece of Franklin County property owned by a state legislator. - Thu, Aug 31, 2006 More students taking, scoring well on AP courses as SAT scores rise, education officials say By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Scores for Advanced Placement course tests and the SAT are up this year in Arkansas along with participation in the AP program, state education officials announced Tuesday. - Wed, Aug 30, 2006 Southland preparing for new gaming machines By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - The president of Southland Greyhound Park in West Memphis said Tuesday that new electronic games should be ready for patrons to play in November. - Wed, Aug 30, 2006 Poverty in Arkansas down slightly LITTLE ROCK - Overall poverty in Arkansas has dropped slightly but still remains above the national average, according to U. - Wed, Aug 30, 2006 Lawsuit filed over genetically modified rice By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A group of 20 rice farmers in Lonoke County filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against Bayer CropScience LP and Riceland Foods Inc. - Wed, Aug 30, 2006 Bush visit about money, won't hurt Hutchinson, observers say By James Jefferson LITTLE ROCK - The one thing Republican Asa Hutchinson can count on from today's scheduled visit by George Bush is money for his gubernatorial campaign, political observers said Tuesday. - Wed, Aug 30, 2006 Arkansas Right to Life endorses Hutchinson LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas' leading anti-abortion group endorsed Republican Asa Hutchinson for governor Tuesday. - Wed, Aug 30, 2006 Pryor: No immigration reform without president By Doug Thompson BENTONVILLE - Immigration reform will not pass this year without President Bush's personal intervention with congressional leaders, Sen. - Wed, Aug 30, 2006 AG candidates spar over legislative votes, ethics By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Republican attorney general candidate Gunner DeLay accused Democratic opponent Dustin McDaniel of being soft on illegal immigration Monday, and the two also questioned each other's ethics. - Tue, Aug 29, 2006 Schools to teach planetary change without updated textbooks By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas schools will rely on teachers or small correction inserts to explain the elimination of the ninth planet until new textbooks can reflect the change in the future. - Tue, Aug 29, 2006 Bush to be in Little Rock Wednesday Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - President Bush is to honor a Sherwood woman for her work in helping people displaced by Hurricane Katrina during a visit to Little Rock on Wednesday. - Tue, Aug 29, 2006 Candidates respond to AARP issues By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Gubernatorial candidates Mike Beebe, a Democrat, and Asa Hutchinson, a Republican, both said Monday they support the top items on the legislative agenda of AARP Arkansas. - Tue, Aug 29, 2006 Up to 650 eligible for early parole hearings Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - The state Board of Corrections invoked the Emergency Powers Act on Tuesday, making up to 650 prison inmates eligible for early parole hearings. - Tue, Aug 29, 2006 Little Rock man takes Bassmaster win By Joe Mosby LITTLE ROCK - Scott Rook's first win on the Bassmaster circuit came in familiar waters. - Tue, Aug 29, 2006 Variables numerous in polling, pollsters say By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A poll showing Democrat Mike Beebe with a 21-point lead over Republican Asa Hutchinson in the Arkansas governor's race raises as many questions about the process as it does about the results. - Sun, Aug 27, 2006 One year after Katrina, support continues as state re-examines emergency procedures By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - A year after thousands of stunned and weary Hurricane Katrina evacuees showed up at Arkansas' door and received a helping hand, state charities are still helping the needy as state officials re-evaluate emergency plans. - Sun, Aug 27, 2006 Hutchinson touts plan to protect rural schools By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Flanked by supporters of recently closed Paron high school, Republican gubernatorial candidate Asa Hutchinson announced a plan Friday that he said would protect rural schools from being closed for reasons other than academics. - Sat, Aug 26, 2006 Bush has low approval ratings among Arkansans, poll shows By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - President Bush, who received 55 percent of the Arkansas vote in his re-election victory just two years ago, currently has a 36 percent approval rating in the state, according to a new poll. - Fri, Aug 25, 2006 Pryor and Lincoln approval ratings stay above the 50 percent mark, polls say By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - A majority of Arkansans gave both of the state's Democratic U. - Fri, Aug 25, 2006 Poll: Clinton, Clark best Huckabee in potential '08 White House match-ups By James Jefferson LITTLE ROCK - A new poll shows Arkansans favor Democratic Sen. - Fri, Aug 25, 2006 Higher education bond campaign set By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Supporters of a proposed $250 million higher education bond package on the Nov. - Fri, Aug 25, 2006 Beebe talks up drug policy and gets endorsement of sheriffs By Betsy Turner NORTH LITTLE ROCK - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Beebe proposed a plan to increase personnel for drug court programs and picked up the endorsement of 68 Arkansas sheriffs Thursday. - Fri, Aug 25, 2006 Bryan decries exclusion from Beebe-Hutchinson debates Arkansas News Bureau LITTLE ROCK - No other candidates for governor will be included in a series of debates featuring Democrat Mike Beebe and Republican Asa Hutchinson, campaign officials for the two major party candidates said Thursday. - Fri, Aug 25, 2006 McDaniel out front in AG's race By Betsy Turner LITTLE ROCK - Democrat Dustin McDaniel has a 33-point advantage over Republican opponent Gunner Delay in the race for state attorney general, according to a new poll. - Thu, Aug 24, 2006 Poll: Arkansans want time limit on Iraq By Doug Thompson FAYETTEVILLE - Most Arkansans favor withdrawing U.S. troops from Iraq immediately or according to a definite timetable, results of new poll show. - Thu, Aug 24, 2006 Green Party can be on state ballot, judge rules By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A federal judge ruled Wednesday that Green Party candidates, including one for governor, can be on the Nov. - Thu, Aug 24, 2006 AARP plans statewide campaign to discuss issues By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - AARP Arkansas plans to push an agenda for improved long-term care funding, better security for nursing home residents and payday lending reform in a statewide campaign this fall, the organization announced Wednesday. - Thu, Aug 24, 2006 Ad campaign questions Beebe's tax claims By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - A conservative group known as Coalition for Arkansas' Future launched a television ad campaign Wednesday critical of Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Beebe's voting record on taxes. - Thu, Aug 24, 2006 |