Fund set up for donations to continue supporting PBS programs in Arkansas

By: Tess Vrbin

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: March 30, 2026

Words: 712

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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Arkansas’ public television network will set aside donations meant to support continuing to air PBS programs that will be given back to donors if the state cuts ties with the national network, Friends of Arkansas PBS announced Monday.

Arkansas public television’s governing board voted earlier this month to pause its plans to cut ties with PBS for 180 days following an outcry. The panel voted in December to disaffiliate following new CEO …

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