I’ll open the reader comment line with another gun-related item:

* NO GUNS: Pulaski Tech’s Board of Trustees has voted unanimously to continue its policy of banning employees from carrying guns on campus. A 2013 law allowed colleges to permit employees to carry guns, but they have to vote on the policy each year. In the first year, no college availed itself of the opportunity to allow employee concealed carry. The process has begun again. If you hear of any colleges changing tunes, let me know. Said a Tech release:

Advertisement

PTC President Margaret Ellibee recommended the college continue to opt-out because PTC has a Police and Public Safety department that employs 14 certified police officers.

Arkansas Times: Your voice in the fight

Are you tired of watered-down news and biased reporting? The Arkansas Times has been fighting for truth and justice for 50 years. As an alternative newspaper in Little Rock, we are tough, determined, and unafraid to take on powerful forces. With over 63,000 Facebook followers, 58,000 Twitter followers, 35,000 Arkansas blog followers, and 70,000 daily email blasts, we are making a difference. But we can't do it without you. Join the 3,400 paid subscribers who support our great journalism and help us hire more writers. Sign up for a subscription today or make a donation of as little as $1 and help keep the Arkansas Times feisty for years to come.

Previous article Work begins on restoration of Arkansas House chamber Next article Prosecutor Jegley closes last review of University of Arkansas financial matters