Advertorial: Fred Phillips seeks election to Clark County Quorum Court
My name is Fred Phillips, and I am running for Justice of the Peace to represent District 2 on the Clark County Quorum Court
Op-Ed: Economic development isn’t one-size-fits-all
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
What to do with pumpkin innards when making a jack-o’-lantern
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?
Republican’s push for initiative restrictions criticized in Arkansas secretary of state debate
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
Governor’s debate had some feisty moments
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.
HSU announces 2026 homecoming court
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
Op-Ed: All we are saying is give Colt a chance
Colt Shelby isn’t the polished politician voters are used to. He’s a reflection of your everyday Arkansan.
School safety taking center stage at community event Nov. 5
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
Extension releases 2026 Arkansas Ballot Issues Voter Guide
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
Dispatch Desk: Scrap metal altercation irons itself out
The following incidents were gathered from reports filed Oct. 12-18, 2026, at the Arkadelphia Police Department and Clark County Sheriff’s Office
How to vote early in the 2026 midterm election
Early voting began Monday in Arkansas and continues for two weeks leading up to the general election on Nov. 3
ASU System board approves IT enhancements, HSU purchase of faculty housing
The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees approved four policies designed to enhance information technology management and security on all its campuses
Butch Heard
Butch was owner and pharmacist at the local Heard’s Drug Store, and at the young age of 17 was a commissioned “Arkansas Traveler” who played a role in welcoming Queen Wilhelmina to what would be her namesake state park outside of Mena