Tuesday rainfall not enough to lift burn ban
Clark County Judge Troy Tucker was quick to respond to a text message inquiry prompted by a reader’s tip that an elderly neighbor was burning refuse during the rainfall
Clark County Jail Bookings: Oct. 26 – Nov. 1, 2026
The following people have recently been booked into the Clark County Detention Center on Crittenden Street in Arkadelphia
Proposal would issue up to $500M in bonds for Arkansas’ aging water infrastructure
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
Ouachita inducting 9 Tigers into hall of fame
The 2026 induction class represents eight different sports and six decades of Tiger athletics
What happens in Arkansas after the election?
The elections will end Nov. 3, and afterwards, state lawmakers’ attention will shift to the 2027 legislative session, which begins in January
Baptist Health launches central ‘OB Hub’ for delivery hospitals
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
Letters to Editor welcome at arkadelphian.com
We welcome Letters to the Editor that are of interest to our local community, and consider each for publication
What candidates in Arkansas’ US Senate race say about AI, data centers
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
Arkansas AG joining others in suit against Dollar General for false advertising
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
Listen Arkadelphia Podcast: Episode 1
Arkadelphian.com is launching a weekly, AI-produced podcast that rounds up all the biggest stories of the past seven days
Arkansas amendment would allow local economic development districts
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 leads nation in farm bankruptcy; Q3 filings up significantly
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
Ballot measures simple, except for Issue 3
Arkansas lawmakers referred to voters three simple ballot measures – and one complicated one
New DNA-based vaccine technology shows promise against salmonella
Poultry science researchers in Arkansas have developed a way to improve the effectiveness of animal vaccines against salmonella, a leading cause of foodborne illnesses
Advertorial: First United Methodist Church seeks Church Operations Administrator
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
CLEST holds hearings on law enforcement matters
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
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
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
Arkadelphia hires new utilities manager; city board moves forward on Master Plan, solid waste updates
Arkadelphia’s new water and wastewater manager was officially introduced to the city board of directors on Tuesday, stepping into the role months after a high-profile departure from his previous municipal post
Ouachita adds $23,000-a-year Trustee’s Scholarship as top merit award
Ouachita Baptist University has added a new top merit award, the Trustee’s Scholarship, worth $23,000 a year for students who begin classes in Fall 2027
Areas of nightly fog through Friday
Motorists are advised to use caution and include more time in their travels Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 4-5, 2026
Inita Jones
Inita worked for many years as a home health aide, caring for others with kindness and compassion
Bill Rogers wins county judge’s race
The Hollywood Republican earned 55% of the vote to defeat his opponent, Michael Ankton, a young Arkadelphia Democrat