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Arkansas Takes Proactive Measure To Detect Wildfires

Another June day in Arkansas brings warm temperatures to go with the crackling of dry ground. Due to the conditions, the Arkansas Forestry Commission reports 27 counties are under strict conditions when it comes to recreational burning. AFC is beginning to use its...

Arkansas State Forester Resigns Following Audit Findings

John Shannon has resigned as Arkansas State Forester following a legislative audit that questioned financial practices at the Arkansas Forestry Commission that led to the layoff of 34 employees. Shannon’s decision came after reviewing the results of the Division of...

Arkansas Forestry Commission Hit Hard By Budget Cuts

The Arkansas Forestry Commission announced on December 5 the layoff of 36 workers in January due to a $4 million shortfall in its budget citing declining timber sales, the agency overseeing fire protection and conservation in the state’s forests. State Forester...