Governor Beebe will appear on @CNBC at 10:05 this morning to talk about economic development in Arkansas. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (February 03, 2012 - 9:15 AM)
"I'm confident that Arkansas will become the edamame capital of the U.S.," Dr. Gene Chung, president of JYC International Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 31, 2012 - 12:18 PM)
Edamame in Crawford County? Yes. It means 50 good jobs for Mulberry, and half the town may be in the room for this announcement. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 31, 2012 - 12:06 PM)
Governor Beebe has made a State Disaster Declaration for Dallas County resulting from last week's severe weather. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 30, 2012 - 2:14 PM)
U.S. and Arkansas flags are at half-staff today to mark the funeral of U.S. Army Special Forces Sergeant First Class Benjamin B. Wise. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 27, 2012 - 9:38 AM)
SFC Wise passed away over the weekend at a military hospital in Germany after sustaining injuries earlier this month in Afghanistan. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 17, 2012 - 9:53 AM)
Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff through sunset on Thursday, January 19, to honor SFC Benjamin B. Wise of Little Rock. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 17, 2012 - 9:52 AM)
We're at the dedication for the renovated Museum of Discovery in Little Rock. Another must-see attraction in the River Market. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 13, 2012 - 12:24 PM)
The Governor's Office and the State Capitol will be closed until December 27 to celebrate Christmas. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (December 22, 2011 - 9:26 PM)
Met with Toys for Tots riders this afternoon before their annual ride to Toy Hill. 27th year for this great effort to help Arkansas kids. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (December 04, 2011 - 2:57 PM)
It's election day in Arkansas. A reminder that a vote FOR the interstate bond program means better roads, more jobs and no new taxes. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (November 08, 2011 - 8:52 AM)
It's the final day of early voting on the highway bond election. Voting for the measure means better roads and more jobs without new taxes. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (November 07, 2011 - 10:29 AM)
Arkansas flags at the State Capitol will be flown at half-staff through Sunday, Nov. 6, to honor Spec. Sarina Butcher, formerly of Crossett. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (November 04, 2011 - 10:21 AM)
Maria Haley's service was the first memorial service in the 7-year history of the Clinton Presidential Center. It was a fitting tribute. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (September 19, 2011 - 3:48 PM)
Entire state of Arkansas declared an agricultural disaster area, meaning aid for eligible farmers. News release w/details to follow. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (September 08, 2011 - 12:19 PM)
Governor Beebe will set the election on renewing Arkansas's highway-bond program at a news conference Monday at 11:00 at the State Capitol. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (August 26, 2011 - 3:41 PM)
Governor Beebe will help welcome the newest Arkansas Research Alliance Scholar at 11:00 this morning in the Governor's Conference Room. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (August 24, 2011 - 9:01 AM)
Flags are at half-staff today to honor USAF Tech Sgt. John W. Brown of Siloam Springs and Navy Master Chief Tommy Ratzlaff of Green Forest. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (August 16, 2011 - 8:55 AM)
We join our Fort Smith friends in celebrating the end of the 100-degree streak. Also glad this was the day Governor Beebe visited FS. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (August 09, 2011 - 9:25 PM)
The declaration means individual assistance in Johnson and Franklin Counties and public assistance in Johnson, Franklin and Crawford. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (July 08, 2011 - 6:34 PM)
Arkansas's appeal is successful, a presidential disaster declaration is now declared for the May 24-25 tornadoes in West Arkansas. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (July 08, 2011 - 6:32 PM)
Reminder: "Young Arkansans Ask: Governor Mike Beebe" with Arkansas Governor's School attendees airs tonight at 7:00 p.m. on AETN. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (July 05, 2011 - 10:41 AM)
Governor Beebe just recorded a great hour of Q & A with the students of Arkansas Governor's School. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 27, 2011 - 5:50 PM)
We've learned tonight that the Little Rock Express will have to leave Thursday morning due to rising floodwaters along the Missouri River. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 08, 2011 - 7:58 PM)
Big crowd to meet the Little Rock Express in North Little Rock. The train will remain there until Friday morning if you want to come see it. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 08, 2011 - 12:52 PM)
All aboard! The Union Pacific Little Rock Express has rolled out of Bald Knob with Honorary Engineer Beebe on the locomotive. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 08, 2011 - 11:15 AM)
Congratulations to the Little Rock Film Festival for five successful years of putting Arkansas on the cinematic map. #LRFF2011 Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 05, 2011 - 8:31 PM)
While honoring our fallen veterans, Governor Beebe asked everyone to remember the military personnel still in harm's way this Memorial Day. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 30, 2011 - 12:18 PM)
Previously, REO performed for President Clinton during his 1996 campaign, and Governor Huckabee has sat in with them to play bass. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 30, 2011 - 12:42 AM)
Not often I get to type sentences like this: Governor Beebe sang backup with REO Speedwagon tonight. The First Lady joined him onstage. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 30, 2011 - 12:40 AM)
If you're coming to see REO Speedwagon at Riverfest tonight, I would suggest staying until the end. That's all I'm going to say. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 29, 2011 - 8:32 PM)
@ryanvaughan There are many things we're qualified to do, that's not one of them. We'll watch the live streams when we make it back to LR... Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 25, 2011 - 4:51 PM)
Toured Clarksville subdivision with a clear tornado path cut through it. Stood in one kitchen now containing a neighbor's dining room. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 25, 2011 - 4:29 PM)
Denning damage shows typical fickle nature of rural tornadoes. Wide areas flattened, then suddenly, an untouched house. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 25, 2011 - 3:03 PM)
Governor Beebe will arrive in Denning about 12:30 this afternoon. He will also visit Clarksville before returning to Little Rock. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 25, 2011 - 10:39 AM)
We are making arrangements for Governor Beebe to visit the Denning area early this afternoon. More details as I get them. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 25, 2011 - 9:33 AM)
Arkansas State Police and medical personnel are also on standby for any assistance requests from Joplin. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 22, 2011 - 10:45 PM)
The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management has offered assistance to Missouri in response to the Joplin tornado. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 22, 2011 - 10:04 PM)
And once the record flooding peaks in Des Arc over the weekend, the Corps expects the water there to recede at a good clip next week. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 06, 2011 - 5:26 PM)
Overall, the news was encouraging for the first time in awhile. Projected peak levels for the Mississippi are lower than once feared. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 06, 2011 - 5:24 PM)
The Corps and Governor Beebe ask Arkansans to continue monitoring media reports and heed any evacuation orders that are issued. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 06, 2011 - 5:21 PM)
While the White continues to crest and recede, the Mississippi's height will make it more difficult for the White to drain normally. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 06, 2011 - 5:18 PM)
Col. Reichling with the Corps tells Gov. Beebe that the bigger risk for Arkansas will be back flooding, not levee failures. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 06, 2011 - 5:14 PM)
Have to admit, it's a little eerie flying over a long stretch of I-40 with no vehicles in sight. Here's hoping the water recedes soon. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 06, 2011 - 3:12 PM)
In the air headed to West Memphis to see and talk levees. Will survey flooded section of I-40 en route. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 06, 2011 - 2:35 PM)
Governor Beebe worked to make sure sand trucks could still get to Des Arc after I-40 closed. More National Guardsman likely too. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 04, 2011 - 4:41 PM)
Water higher in Des Arc than in '08 and still rising. Covering roads locals say they've never seen flooded. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 04, 2011 - 4:38 PM)
At Jacksonport State Park. Deja vu from our visit here during the '08 floods. Water expected to crest even higher this time. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 04, 2011 - 1:16 PM)
Flood touring resumes on Wednesday. Governor Beebe will visit Jacksonport at 11:15 and Des Arc at 12:45. Times are approximate. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 03, 2011 - 7:14 PM)
Receiving preliminary information tonight that our request for federal disaster aid has been approved. More details as we get them. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 02, 2011 - 9:29 PM)
Governor Beebe has submitted Arkansas's request to President Obama for federal aID related to the storms and floods of recent weeks. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 01, 2011 - 12:42 PM)
Arkansas's request for federal assistance will soon be sent to President Obama. FEMA and ADEM teams have assessed damage for 3 days. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 30, 2011 - 11:28 AM)
Governor Beebe has declared 57 Arkansas counties disaster areas due to the storms and flooding of recent weeks. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 30, 2011 - 11:25 AM)
Flying over floodwaters in Lawrence County. Dreading how heavy weekend rains could compound problems throughout East Arkansas. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 29, 2011 - 11:17 AM)
Governor Beebe is scheduled to arrive at ESNA Manufacturing on Country Club Road in Pocahontas at approximately 8:30 a.m. Friday. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 9:03 PM)
This will be the first time since taking office that we have had 4 consecutive days of disaster surveys. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 4:01 PM)
We are now coordinating to have Governor Beebe visit the flood disaster in Pocahontas Friday morning. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 3:56 PM)
Visiting flooded homes off of Arkansas 59 in Benton Co. Water marks 4 & 5 feet up the walls. Everyone rescued after some close calls. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 2:11 PM)
Impressive water damage at Devil's Den campgrounds. Thankfully there was plenty of time to evacuate campers before the waters rose. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 12:50 PM)
Landing at Devil's Den now. We flew along the Arkansas River longer to look at river levels there. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 11:34 AM)
Correction: Governor Beebe's survey of flood damage in Benton County will now be along U.S. route 59 near Siloam Springs. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 9:39 AM)
After Devil's Den, Governor Beebe will travel to Siloam Springs and survey flood damage along U.S. Route 412 on the Illinois River. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 9:14 AM)
With the storm system finally clear of Arkansas, Governor Beebe will survey flood damage at Devil's Den State Park at about 10:00. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 9:13 AM)
Our thoughts and prayers are with our sister states suffering even greater losses from this historic storm system. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 28, 2011 - 7:54 AM)
Classes will resume Friday at North Pulaski High School, despite significant damage and ongoing cleanup. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 27, 2011 - 12:27 PM)
Governor Beebe will survey damage at Little Rock Air Force Base beginning at 10:00, then visit North Pulaski High School after that. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 27, 2011 - 10:30 AM)
Volunteers and Department of Correction inmates working to clear debris. Lots of displaced but grateful residents. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 26, 2011 - 2:27 PM)
Rural Garland County: A van sits atop a car, with siding from the nearby church sandwiched between them. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 26, 2011 - 2:24 PM)
We see something new every storm. In Vilonia: A 10-foot section of fence embedded in a neighbor's roof 60-70 yards away. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 26, 2011 - 11:09 AM)
Governor Beebe has declared a statewide State of Emergency in response to the tornadoes and flooding. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 25, 2011 - 9:02 PM)
We just watched a funnel cloud pass directly over ADEM headquarters. Strongly defined rotation, did not see any touchdowns. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 25, 2011 - 8:36 PM)
Governor Beebe has signed the Congressional redistricting bills. SB 972 is now Act 1241, HB 1836 is now Act 1242. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 14, 2011 - 10:45 AM)
Outside of Congressional redistricting, all legislatively approved bills from the 88th General Assembly have now become law. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 07, 2011 - 12:15 PM)
Governor Beebe has signed the Public Safety Improvement Act to begin significant reform of Arkansas's corrections system. It is now Act 570. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (March 22, 2011 - 2:53 PM)
State flags will fly at half-staff through Sunday, March 13, in honor of Corporal Loren M. Buffalo of Mountain Pine. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (March 11, 2011 - 10:42 AM)
Governor Beebe has released $25,000 from the Governor's Disaster Fund to help the response to this round of winter weather. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (February 09, 2011 - 11:31 AM)
Only essential personnel will report to LR-area state offices Wednesday. All other state operations in the LR Metro will be closed. #ARWX Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (February 08, 2011 - 5:24 PM)
Arkansas State Offices in the Little Rock Metro Area will close at 12:00 noon on Friday. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (February 04, 2011 - 10:14 AM)
The parties now have ten days to decide between primaries or conventions to pick their nominees. Special election dates will then be set. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 27, 2011 - 3:26 PM)
Governor Beebe has received official notice of Rep. Smith's resignation and has notified both political parties of the District 54 vacancy. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 27, 2011 - 3:25 PM)
U.S. and Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff on Saturday, January 22, in honor of Sergeant Ethan Carroll Hardin of Fayetteville. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 20, 2011 - 3:39 PM)
U.S. and Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff on Thursday, January 20, in honor of Sergeant Zainah Caye Creamer of Texarkana. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 19, 2011 - 2:57 PM)
Governor Beebe has ordered state flags to fly at half-staff through Wednesday, Jan. 12, in honor of Spec. Ethan C. Hardin of Fayetteville. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 10, 2011 - 12:01 PM)
U.S. and Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff at Arkansas state buildings on Friday in honor Army Sgt. David Scott Robinson of Fort Smith. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (December 02, 2010 - 4:29 PM)
The parties have ten days to respond, at which point Governor Beebe will set the dates related to the special election. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (November 29, 2010 - 11:22 AM)
Beebe has sent a letter to the party chairmen asking their preference for primaries or conventions to choose special election nominees. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (November 29, 2010 - 11:21 AM)
Governor Beebe has received Representative Rick Saunders' official letter of resignation. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (November 29, 2010 - 11:19 AM)
U.S. and Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff on Friday, 10/22, in honor of Marine Lance Corporal Irvin Martin Ceniceros of Knoxville. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (October 21, 2010 - 6:29 PM)
U.S. and Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff on Friday, 10/22, in honor of Marine Lance Corporal Irvin Martin Ceniceros of Clarksville. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (October 21, 2010 - 10:00 AM)
Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff on Wednesday, September 15, in honor of Little Rock Nine member Jefferson Thomas. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (September 14, 2010 - 2:23 PM)
Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff until sundown Thursday in honor of Army PFC Bryn T. Raver, who was killed in action in Afghanistan. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (August 30, 2010 - 3:54 PM)
Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff from Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26 in memory of Medal of Honor recipient Nick Bacon. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (July 19, 2010 - 6:15 PM)
Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff through sundown Friday in honor of Spec. Clayton D. McGarrah of Harrison. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (July 06, 2010 - 1:26 PM)
Arkansas flags will fly at half-staff until Thursday at sundown in honor of Specialist William C. Yauch of Batesville. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 14, 2010 - 3:01 PM)
A 20th body has been found in the Little Missouri River. Preliminary indications are that this may be the last known missing person. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 14, 2010 - 11:49 AM)
The ADEM Call Center is open again for information concerning flood victims and potential victims. Call 888-683-2336 until 7:00 tonight. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 14, 2010 - 8:44 AM)
Saturday's media briefing at ADEM HQ will begin at 3:00 p.m. to accommodate the participation of U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 11, 2010 - 10:08 PM)
Governor Beebe is returning to Little Rock from Montgomery County. He spoke with victims' families and thanked responders, volunteers. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 11, 2010 - 5:25 PM)
Despite information given to the governor just before he addressed the media, confirmed death toll stands at 16 at this moment. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 11, 2010 - 5:23 PM)
Governor Beebe is en route to Montgomery County aboard an ANG Black Hawk. Communications may be limited once we land. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (June 11, 2010 - 2:35 PM)
Arkansas flags will be lowered to half-staff on Monday, May 24, to honor WMPD Sergeant Brandon Paudert and Officer Bill Evans. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 21, 2010 - 4:52 PM)
Governor Beebe was honored to address the first graduating class of KIPP Delta. 23 graduates, all college-bound. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 20, 2010 - 9:25 PM)
Heartwarming and heartbreaking stories on Lo Gap Road in Scotland. Intensity of the tornado is evident. #ARwx Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 02, 2010 - 11:51 AM)
Governor Beebe will visit Scotland in the morning to tour the storm damage. Hoping to be on the ground there about 9:00 a.m. #ARwx Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 01, 2010 - 10:58 PM)
County-by-county declarations will begin once the storm system clears and damage assessments proceed. #ARwx Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 01, 2010 - 8:39 PM)
riding from one damaged East End neighborhood to the next one. dedicated volunteers and resilient victims everywhere we stop. #ARwx Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 01, 2010 - 2:46 PM)
Governor Beebe will tour damage in East End a little before 1:00 this afternoon. Plans to visit the Scotland area on Sunday. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (May 01, 2010 - 12:17 PM)
Arkansas Forestry Commission crews are headed to help in Saline, Van Buren and Stone Counties. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 30, 2010 - 10:43 PM)
Gov. Beebe has authorized the Arkansas National Guard to send troops to Scotland and East End as soon as conditions allow. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 30, 2010 - 10:39 PM)
Governor Beebe is monitoring the storms from the Governor's Mansion, reminds Arkansans that more storms are possible Saturday. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 30, 2010 - 9:41 PM)
reminds all Arkansans to complete and return their #2010Census forms so that Arkansas will receive fair representation and funding. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (April 01, 2010 - 10:17 AM)
Arkansas State Offices will reopen on Wednesday on a two-hour delay to allow employees extra time to navigate refrozen roads. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (February 09, 2010 - 8:02 PM)
Arkansas State Offices will be closed in the Little Rock Metro Area on Tuesday. Only essential personnel will report to work. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (February 08, 2010 - 9:47 PM)
Under the Inclement Weather Policy, State Agency Directors are authorized to release employees at this stage of the day. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (February 08, 2010 - 12:53 PM)
Governor Beebe has declared a state of emergency for the winter storm. Most state operations closed, essential personnel only. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 29, 2010 - 9:18 AM)
Inclement Weather Policy in effect for Arkansas State Offices. Essential personnel only. Most government operations closed today. Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 29, 2010 - 7:00 AM)
Universal Scholarship Application to better match Arkansas students to financial aid: https://http://www.ark.org/adhe_financialaid/login.aspx Governor's Office of Arkansas, Arkansas (January 05, 2010 - 4:28 PM)