Governor Sanders Appoints New State Board Members

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced 30 new appointments to various state boards, commissions, and county quorum courts. Among these selections are three individuals from the north-central Arkansas region.

In the field of healthcare, Rodney Richmond of Searcy has been reappointed to the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy. Mr. Richmond will continue his service on the board until his term expires on June 30, 2032. Additionally, Vickie Burlsworth of Harrison has been appointed to the State Board of Optometry. Replacing William White, Ms. Burlsworth will serve a term ending April 26, 2028.

Regarding local government, John Hinchey of Marshall has been named the Justice of the Peace for District 1 in Searcy County. Mr. Hinchey will fulfill the remaining term of Rob Woods, with his tenure set to expire on December 31, 2026.

These regional selections were part of a larger group of 30 appointments announced by Governor Sanders on Thursday. The broader list includes new members for several other state entities, such as the Arkansas Educational Television Commission, the Arkansas Minority Health Commission, the Tax Appeals Commission, and the Arkansas Rural Medical Practice Student Loan and Scholarship Board.

These appointments ensure that critical state agencies and local judicial districts remain staffed with qualified individuals to oversee public services and administrative duties across Arkansas. The full list of all 30 appointments is available through the Governor's official office website.

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