This post has been updated to exclude one location no longer open for polling. As of Saturday, Oct. 31, 3,297 voters — or 24% overall — had cast an early ballot during the two-week early voting window. The figure does not include those who showed up at the polls Monday for the final day of early voting. Some 13,000 registered voters in Clark County who didn’t cast an early ballot have until 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, to vote in the 2026 General Election. Polls will open at 7:30 a.m. at nine vote centers located across the county, from Manchester…
A gas price investigation. Fleeing motorist gets away. Impersonating a game warden. Arkadelphia: where a Dodge Charger doing 124 miles per hour, gas prices that defy economic logic, and a man who yelled "Federal Game Wardens" into the dark are all just a regular week's news. Listen Arkadelphia covers all of it in this episode — crime and law enforcement, a local banking rebrand, early voting numbers, community events, and remembrances for five Clark County residents. Click the play button below to listen to Episode 2. In coming weeks, Joel Phelps will host the show with a special guest. Listeners…
This is a roundup of felony charges filed Oct. 16-30, 2026, by the Clark County Prosecutor’s Office. Some defendants may also have misdemeanor charges against them, but most are not included here. The following names and charges, which are contained within public documents, are gathered from online court records available through ARCourts. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Here’s a rundown of felony cases filed in the past two weeks: Gurdon man charged with impersonating game warden, shooting at hog hunters On Aug. 14, Clark County deputies were dispatched to Open Banks Road near the second grain bins for…
A sign advertises $3.99/gallon fuel prices outside Jordan’s Exxon in Arkadelphia on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026. Gas prices were 10 cents cheaper that day in neighboring Caddo Valley, while prices were as low as $3.57/gallon in nearby Bismarck, $3.55/gallon in Malvern and $3.51/gallon in Hope. arkadelphian.com photo by Joel Phelps By JOEL PHELPS | arkadelphian.com Officials are investigating why fuel prices are always higher in Arkadelphia and Caddo Valley than in other nearby towns. The Clark County Prosecutor’s Office is asking for assistance from Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin in a probe to explain the “phenomenon which appears to be…
Supporters of a ballot measure that would allow the state to issue up to $500 million in bonds for water and wastewater improvements say it’s needed to address Arkansas’ aging infrastructure, but opponents are concerned about borrowing money to finance the projects
In my opinion, a county judge should be as ethical as they can be. They should pay their taxes on time, and they should not be delinquent on taxes for 4 properties they own in Clark County for at least 4 consistent years.
The 2026 induction class represents eight different sports and six decades of Tiger athletics
The elections will end Nov. 3, and afterwards, state lawmakers’ attention will shift to the 2027 legislative session, which begins in January
The OB Hub uses PeriGen’s AI-driven PeriWatch Vigilance technology to provide an extra layer of protection for mom and baby much like an air traffic control tower for mom and baby
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Voters’ concerns about artificial intelligence and the data centers that keep it running have gained prominence during the midterm election cycle, prompting questions about how the federal government could regulate the industry
The complaint alleges that for years Dollar General has repeatedly mislabeled prices, overcharged consumers and failed to correct the issue despite extensive corporate knowledge of the problem
A little something the topic of all this public humiliation of an anonymous author threw out there was missing was the facts
Arkadelphian.com is launching a weekly, AI-produced podcast that rounds up all the biggest stories of the past seven days
Arkansas voters in November will consider a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the creation of local economic development districts, a move supporters say will make the state competitive but opponents have derided as unnecessarily growing government
Arkansas led the nation in Chapter 12 bankruptcy filings in the third quarter of 2026, its 12 cases reflective of the difficult economic conditions in agriculture, according to data released by the federal courts
Arkansas lawmakers referred to voters three simple ballot measures – and one complicated one
Poultry science researchers in Arkansas have developed a way to improve the effectiveness of animal vaccines against salmonella, a leading cause of foodborne illnesses
First United Methodist Church of Arkadelphia is looking for someone who enjoys people, brings a welcoming spirit to the office, and understands that helping a church run smoothly is a ministry of its own
The Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST) convened October 13–14 for its October meeting and hearings at Arkansas State Police Administrative Headquarters in Little Rock
My name is Fred Phillips, and I am running for Justice of the Peace to represent District 2 on the Clark County Quorum Court
As someone who works every day to bring new businesses and jobs to Arkadelphia and Clark County, I want to share my perspective on Issue 3 and what it could mean for communities like ours
Saved pumpkin seeds from a jack-o’-lantern can turn into a snack, a sauce or a second generation of pumpkins, but is there an easy way to separate the seeds from the pulp?
Arkansas Republican Sen. Kim Hammer defended his stances on noncitizen voting and restrictions on the state’s ballot initiative process during a televised debate against his two opponents for secretary of state Thursday
The Arkansas TV governor’s debate started with a joke about an old controversy and ended with a brief but civil handshake. There were some feisty moments in between.
Henderson State University is preparing to celebrate Homecoming 2026 with a variety of activities planned for the week of Oct. 19-24, culminating with the crowning of homecoming royalty
Colt Shelby isn’t the polished politician voters are used to. He’s a reflection of your everyday Arkansan.
The event is designed to bring parents, educators, law enforcement, and community members together for an important conversation about the challenges facing today’s students and our shared responsibility to keep our schools and children safe
Arkansas voters can read up on the statewide ballot issues they will decide Nov. 3 by downloading the 2026 Arkansas Ballot Issues Voter Guide or picking up a printed copy at their county Cooperative Extension Service office
Polls will open at 7:30 a.m. at nine vote centers located across the county, from Manchester to Amity and from Okolona to Caddo Valley
The following incidents were gathered from reports filed Oct. 26 through Nov. 1, 2026, at the Arkadelphia Police Department and Clark County Sheriff’s Office
The National Weather Service in Little Rock says voters should consider grabbing an umbrella or poncho before heading out to the polls, especially come Tuesday
James was involved in the Arkansas Special Olympics, and enjoyed bowling and all outdoor activities
Diana was a dietitian for most of her career, and was also a substitute teacher at Gurdon
Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division are investigating the death of a Varner Unit inmate who reported an attack Thursday afternoon
