Statement of Publication Standards and Legal Newspaper Qualifications
Arkansas Code Annotated § 16-3-105
To Whom It May Concern:
Resident News Network hereby provides this statement regarding its publication practices and its commitment to meeting the applicable requirements for legal newspapers under Arkansas Code Annotated § 16-3-105.
Resident News Network is an established publisher of original, printed weekly newspapers serving communities throughout Arkansas. Resident News Network prints and publishes its own newspaper editions on a regular weekly schedule, providing local and general news, governmental information, public affairs coverage, community announcements, editorial commentary, and other matters of public interest.
Resident News Network maintains the applicable United States Postal Service mailing authorizations for its newspaper publications and circulation. Details concerning postal documentation and related business records are maintained by Resident news Network and are available for appropriate direct verification upon request. (See Below)
Such information is not intended for general public disclosure through this statement.
Resident News Network is committed to maintaining publication practices consistent with the applicable statutory requirements, including:
- – Publication under an established newspaper name and from an established place of business.
- – Regular publication at fixed intervals, at least weekly.
- – Printed newspaper editions satisfying applicable statutory format requirements.
- – Compliance with the required publication history.
- – Distribution to subscribers and readers within the counties served under the applicable statutory conditions.
- – Maintenance of appropriate subscription and circulation records demonstrating compliance with applicable paid-circulation requirements.
- – Publication of qualifying news matter meeting the statutory content threshold.
Resident News Network recognizes the importance of transparency, accountability, and compliance with Arkansas law in the publication of legal notices and public information. Resident News Network is committed to maintaining the records and operational standards necessary to substantiate its qualifications under Arkansas Code Annotated § 16-3-105.
This statement is intended to communicate Resident News Network’s publication practices, professional standards, and position concerning legal newspaper qualifications. Any determination of statutory eligibility remains subject to the applicable legal requirements and the supporting documentation for the particular publication and county concerned.
Requests for clarification or additional information regarding Resident News Network’s publication practices, circulation, or qualifications under Arkansas law are welcome. Interested officials, agencies, attorneys, and other parties are encouraged to contact Resident News Network directly for further discussion or appropriate verification.
Resident News Network remains committed to serving Arkansas communities through responsible journalism, consistent publication, and the dissemination of accurate and meaningful public information.
Respectfully submitted,
RESIDENT NEWS NETWORK
Authorized Representative: Jason Baggett
Title: Founder / Owner
Business Address: P.O. Box 646, Mansfield, Arkansas 72944
Date: October 28, 2026