Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 22/05/2026Part 2… open.substack.com/pub/nataliec...open.substack.comPart 2: What the Education Freedom Account Program Actually DoesLet me preface this by saying that school choice is not inherently bad. 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 18/05/2026The first of a long series on education in Arkansas. Check it out and share!open.substack.comOne Frustration at a TimeForty Years of Arkansas Education 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 10/12/2025open.substack.com/pub/gravelan...open.substack.comBought and SoldThe Corporate Network Shaping Arkansas Elections 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 02/08/2025Thanks for checking out my Substack! 😊 open.substack.com/pub/nataliec...open.substack.comThe Blame GameReal Leadership Begins Where Blame Ends 000
Reposted by Natalie KenglaGravel & Grit, a rural transparency project. @gravelandgrit.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Silenced once again... open.substack.com/pub/gravelgr... 021
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 03/02/2025 Senator King is working hard to get the message to every Arkansan that his public safety plan is bettern than a mega prison that will burden taxpayers. Tell your legislators you want his common sense approach to public safety. 030
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 01/02/2025Get the facts at our website: sites.google.com/creativeesse... 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 31/01/2025@gregleding.bsky.social @jonesforar.bsky.social 163
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 30/01/2025I really needed to hear this tonight. The prison fight has me a bit weary... 010
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 21/01/2025This prison may not, but I’d bet she’s considering using existing facilities, banking on pay raises to boost staffing. Once those fill up, she can justify adding 3,000 more beds. Fort Chaffee has housed immigrants before—it just seems strategic. 120
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 21/01/2025So day one, President Trump has signed an order making it easier for the private prison industry to capitalize on taxpayers. Rest assured the plan is for them to come to Arkansas. @sirscrewston.bsky.social @gregleding.bsky.social @arkansasadvocate.com www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana... 1126
Reposted by Natalie KenglaGreg Leding @gregleding.bsky.social · 20/01/2025This week’s newsletter: We’re one week in to the 2025 Regular Session.eepurl.com#ARleg Update: One week inThe first week of the 2025 Regular Session saw mostly ceremony and organizational meetings. 081
Reposted by Natalie KenglaLetters From an Arkansan @ltrsfrmarkansan.bsky.social · 20/01/2025I just subscribed to 5 Calls Newsletter! buttondown.com/5calls Call your representatives. Lord knows we all need to be taking this #CallToAction #KeepShowingUpbuttondown.com5 Calls NewsletterThe 5 Calls Newsletter breaks down what your representatives are voting on and what you can do to influence them. From your friends at 5 Calls 023
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 19/01/2025They plan to hire an out of state architect, out-of-state contractor, and the owners representative is also out-of-state? I thought this was going to bring jobs to ARKANSANS… PAY ATTENTION ARKANSAS! 153
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 19/01/2025Get the latest facts here:sites.google.comFranklin County & River Valley Coalition (FCRVC) - Get the FACTS! 010
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 12/01/2025Protect Amendment 33! www.canva.com/design/DAGaa...canva.comAmazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – CanvaAmazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 08/01/2025Still no contact from the governor's office. Vanir and the D.O.C. held a kick-off party today. When reminded they agreed to be transparent, Thomas Burns, inside counsel for the BOC, said "While we do, (want to be transparent), this isn't a public meeting today". In a government building. 020
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 02/01/2025Pay attention Arkansas! They are trying to make you pay for BILLIONS of dollars when they have an option to do what’s right and save taxpayers money. 030
Reposted by Natalie KenglaGreg Leding @gregleding.bsky.social · 29/12/2024So to recap: – Franklin County wasn’t among the most suitable sites for the new prison – Nobody in Franklin County wanted it – And it’s gonna cost at least three times as much as the state said it would Here’s Josh Snyder’s piece: www.nwaonline.com/news/2024/de... #ARpxnwaonline.comArkansas backs off from $470M prison estimate as coalition says another billion dollars will be needed | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette 24318
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 28/12/2024Check out the informational guide we made on the importance of FOIA and Amendment 33. sites.google.com/creativeesse...sites.google.comFranklin County & River Valley Coalition (FCRVC) - Get the FACTS! 073
Reposted by Natalie KenglaTracy @freetracy.bsky.social · 26/12/2024Franklin County Coalition lawyer calls for investigation into State’s deception. #ARpx #Arkansas youtu.be/G2kUhcDhAycyoutu.beGroup calls for investigation into new Arkansas prisonYouTube video by THV11 2185
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 26/12/2024Anne Laidlaw is the Director of the TSS Division of Building Authority (DBA). She has been instrumental in keeping secrets from the BOC and other stakeholders. 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 26/12/2024The combination of high turnover rates, extended vacancy durations, and limited workforce availability makes filling DOC positions significantly more challenging than staffing manufacturing roles. @gregleding.bsky.social 000
Reposted by Natalie KenglaAdam @sirscrewston.bsky.social · 24/12/2024That text about needing to craft messaging to protect HRH SHS is starting to make more sense… #franklincountystrong #notonemorecell #ARpx 0103
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 24/12/2024Check out the website for the latest updates and news!sites.google.comFranklin County & River Valley Coalition (FCRVC) - Get the FACTS! 010
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 24/12/2024www.canva.com/design/DAGaK...canva.comAmazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – CanvaAmazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 24/12/2024The lies Arkansans are being told about this prison build are OUT OF CONTROL. But they write the truth into their emails...so see for yourself Arkansas! YOU ARE BEING LIED TO. THIS PRISON WILL FAIL ON MILL CREEK MOUNTAIN. Stand with us. #franklincountystrong #movetheprison #GovernmentCorruption 141
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 16/12/2024@sirscrewston.bsky.social #governmentaccountability 010
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 15/12/2024Be sure to check the website often for updates!sites.google.comFranklin County & River Valley Coalition (FCRVC) - Get the FACTS! 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 15/12/2024Click the link for our latest on due diligence... www.canva.com/design/DAGZR... 010
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 09/12/2024These people should know better...facebook.comRedirecting... 000
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 08/12/2024We have heard that too. There was also rumor that the buying agent and selling agent are the same. We haven't been able to corroborate any of that, but are looking into it. 120
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 08/12/2024I believe so. I think I saw an early article that mentioned they were quoted saying they had no idea but I’m honestly not sure. I’m fairly certain we have sent correspondence and are still awaiting a reply. 110
Reposted by Natalie KenglaGreg Leding @gregleding.bsky.social · 07/12/2024This is important: Franklin County folks aren’t necessarily opposed to building a new prison or even building it in Franklin County; they’re upset over the state selecting a site without any local input. #ARpx (1/2) 1174
Reposted by Natalie KenglaGreg Leding @gregleding.bsky.social · 07/12/2024As I said during Friday’s hearing, it was one thing for our state not to seek input from local residents in Franklin County and another thing entirely for the state to not even consult the elected officials who serve Franklin County. Senator Stubblefield called it “un-American.” #ARpx (2/2) 062
Natalie Kengla @nataliek47.bsky.social · 08/12/2024Based on what information we have, it looks like the purpose of the land was not disclosed to the owners or the owner’s agent. 110
