Special election called to fill vacancy created by Arkansas lawmaker’s resignation

By: Antoinette Grajeda

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: August 21, 2026

Words: 543

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes discussions of domestic violence. If you or someone you know needs help, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

A special election to fill the House District 8 vacancy resulting from Austin McCollum’s resignation following domestic violence charges will coincide with the Nov. 3 general election, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced Friday.

The Bentonville Republican stepped down earlier this month, just …

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