In this episode of Arkansas 1st Reports, we sit down with Bryan Norris, decorated Army veteran and grassroots leader, as he officially announces his campaign to become Arkansas’s next Secretary of State. Bryan shares his motivation for challenging Senator Kim Hammer, discusses what’s at stake in our election system, and outlines his vision for restoring transparency, trust, and voter control—starting with hand-marked, hand-counted paper ballots.

From battlefield leadership to courtroom battles, Bryan Norris has proven he won’t back down. Tune in to hear how he plans to bring that same relentless energy to the Secretary of State’s office—and why this race could redefine Arkansas politics.

In this explosive episode of Arkansas 1st Reports, host Kandi Cox sits down with Laurie Gross, former Searcy County Election Commissioner, to unpack how Arkansas's only paper ballot county—with a flawless 100% audit match—was sanctioned and banned for 14 years by the Arkansas State Board of Election Commissioners. Laurie shares how a fully legal $100 lease for ballot monitoring equipment became the basis for accusations of fraud, how state officials refused to allow her to testify, and why this scandal is about more than just her team—it’s about the war on transparent, auditable elections in Arkansas.

Listeners will hear about the state's lack of due process, failed accountability, and what Laurie believes is a spiritual battle for truth and integrity in our election system. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation.

You’ll learn how CIA is transforming lives through Christ-centered programs like literacy classes, life-skills training, addiction recovery, and the Better Dads initiative. Michael also shares about the upcoming 8th Annual Roast & Toast Fundraiser on June 26th at Chenal Country Club—honoring Jennifer Lancaster and featuring keynote speaker State Treasurer John Thurston and DJ Williams of KARK as MC.

If you’ve ever doubted that one man’s obedience could change generations, this episode will restore your faith and stir your heart to action.

New Podcast Episode Out Now! From Chains to Change: Michael Johninson on Faith, Literacy & Second Chances

Today on Arkansas 1st Reports, I sit down with Michael Johninson, Executive Director of Compassion In Action Re-entry, whose powerful testimony and mission are transforming lives inside jails, courtrooms, and transitional housing across Arkansas.

Hear how God turned a prison cell into a ministry calling—and why you don’t want to miss the upcoming 8th Annual Roast & Toast Fundraiser honoring Jennifer Lancaster on June 26th at Chenal Country Club.