Kindergarten battle looms over Arkansas legislature
LITTLE ROCK AP A clash between Gov. Dale Bumpers and the Arkansas General Assembly over a statewide kindergarten program looms as the Legislative Council rejects the governor’s budget asks. The council approved 250000 in each of the next two fiscal years, far below the governor’s 4362242 and 5761206 requests, saying the higher amounts were too costly and would mostly benefit wealthy districts. The panel also defeated Rep. John Miller’s $15 million plan for kindergarten facilities, arguing many districts lack classrooms. Gov. Bumpers said expansion has high priority and safeguards will ensure equal access, while noting support from many lawmakers. Senator Clarence Bell pledged to revive the governor’s proposal as the Joint Budget Committee prepares.
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Benny on retirement and farewell plans
Hollywood report quotes Jack Benny discussing retirement. He doubts a full retirement, preferring concerts and occasional TV work. Benny describes a heavy schedule, a NBC Farewell Special, and a possible Second Farewell film. He credits editors and writers, highlights Flip Wilson and Bob Newhart, and notes lessons for young comics.
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Court docket summary of city cases and fines
City docket lists multiple defendants with offenses from drunkenness and unlicensed driving to reckless and hazardous driving. Plea outcomes include guilty verdicts, fines totaling hundreds of dollars, jail time or probation, and several dismissals or bond forfeitures.
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GOP does not carry Arkansas in 1972 statewide races
Conway Ark AP despite Nixon winning the state for the GOP the Institute of Politics in Arkansas says overall statewide races favored Democrats. Insights notes Democrats held 16.3 percent majority across president senator governor and other offices with Phillips County most Democratic and Searcy County most Republican. The analysis suggests GOP loyalty in Pulaski and Pope counties only.
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