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Friday, October 16, 2026

Incumbent and challenger square-off for District 81 seat, again

Arkansas House of Representative RJ Hawk (R), representing District 81, is once again being challenged for that seat. And, his opponent is the same person who challenged him in the 2024 election. Former City of Alexander Council member Gina Thomas-Littlejohn (D) is making her second attempt to unseat Hawk.

A questionnaire was Emailed to the two candidates. The responses are below.

This is Part-3 of a three part series on the election. Candidates are listed alphabetically.

State Rep. RJ Hawk (R)

Address: P.O. Box 1021, Bryant, AR 72089

Representative Hawk began representing District 81 on January 9, 2023. He is seeking a third term in office.

RJ Hawk was born in Midland, Texas. He graduated from Athens High School and earned a bachelor's degree in mass communications from the University of Central Arkansas in 2008.

Hawk owns Realty One Group Pinnacle (Bryant), Hornet Ice (Bryant), Panther Ice (Benton) and Hawk Family Properties. Before being elected to the State House he was a member of the Bryant City Council (2018-2022). He has lived in Bryant the past seven years.

Representative Hawk touts three accomplishments during his first two terms.

“Since I was elected State Representative, I have sponsored or co-sponsored legislation to lower the state income tax, made breakfast FREE and available to every kid in public school, and increased the homestead tax credit for homeowners in Arkansas,” Hawk said.

Gina Thomas-Littlejohn (D)

Address: 15431 Walnut Glen Drive, Alexander, AR. 72002

[Did not respond to questionnaire.]

EARLY VOTING

Early voting begins October 19. A list of the early voting locations for Pulaski and Saline counties can be found at these two websites.

Pulaski County

Saline County

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