Magnolia and adjoining towns could become the epicenter producer of lithium, which is needed for electric car batteries. Old oil wells from a century ago are being envisioned as places to extract the metal. U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman speaks on this new industry for the state.

Then, two new laws went into effect earlier this month, one allowing 14 and 15-year-olds to work without a permit. Guests: Cara Butler, Law Associate with Mitchell Williams Law Firm, and Keesa Smith, Exec. Director of Arkansas Advocates for Children & Families.

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