White, Beene and Clark receive top honors at Ouachita’s Academic Awards Ceremony
Ouachita Baptist University recognized student achievement in the classroom and beyond at its annual Academic Awards Ceremony in Jones Performing Arts Center
Arkansas net farm income forecast to drop
Weighed down by low commodity prices, heavy fuel and fertilizer outlays and the costs of war, disease and weather, Arkansas’ net farm income is expected to fall for the fourth straight year, with farmers enduring on government support
AGFC Hawg Troughs become breeding ground for future trophies
Eighteen largemouth weighing more than 10 pounds each are sitting in the newly renovated hatch house of the Joe Hogan State Fish Hatchery, thanks to anglers participating in the inaugural year of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Arkansas Legacy Lunker program
Oliva’s accelerated mindset: More 18-year-olds with degrees
Secretary of Education Dr. Jacob Oliva wants more Arkansas high school seniors graduating with two-year associate’s degrees. Some could even leave high school as four-year college graduates.
Arkansas Advocate: State launches ad campaign promoting state-run clinics for prenatal care
An advertising campaign went live Wednesday directing pregnant Arkansans to state-run clinics for prenatal health care
Arkadelphia’s Sarah Durand graduating from University of Georgia
Sarah Jennifer Durand is one of over 9,400 candidates to be recognized in the University of Georgia’s Class of 2026 spring Commencement ceremonies held this week
Arkansas elk hunting permit applications open through May
Fifteen permits (Five either sex and 10 antlerless) will be available for public draw through online applications this season
Arkansas Advocate: Tax cut plan sails through legislative committees as special session begins
Arkansas lawmakers advanced what would be the state’s fourth income tax cut in four years Monday despite critics’ warnings that reducing revenue could jeopardize social services
Soybean planting sprints along at fastest pace since 1988
Dry weather at the start of the row crop growing season has sped planting of the state’s five major crops, with soybeans going in the ground at the fastest pace since 1988
Steve Brawner: Entergy CEO says Arkansas could get ‘new nuclear’
Could new nuclear reactors be in Arkansas’ future? They could if money is available.
History Minute: The deadliest tornadoes recorded in Arkansas
Did you know the South Arkansas town of Strong gets its name from the community’s spirit following a deadly tornado?
Angie Schleiff named OBU’s Support Staff Member of the Year
The award is presented annually to a campus support staff member who demonstrates excellence in work responsibilities, support for the university’s mission and positive engagement with students, coworkers and members of the public
HSU faculty recognized for excellence, years of service
Henderson State University presented Faculty Excellence Awards and recognized faculty members for their years of service to the university during a reception on April 28
Clark County Jail Bookings: April 27 – May 3, 2026
The following people have recently been booked into the Clark County Detention Center on Crittenden Street in Arkadelphia
National Day of Prayer to be observed locally May 7
The event will take place at Third Street Baptist Church
Clark County inmates held in the Arkansas prison system in May 2026
As of May 1, 2026, there were 346 people listed as Clark County inmates by the Arkansas Department of Corrections website
States Newsroom: Gas prices jump again as Trump turns to new plan for Strait of Hormuz
Americans saw prices at the pump sharply rise in recent days as the nationwide average cost for a gallon of regular gas shot up 38 cents over the past week
AGFC: Leave ‘abandoned’ wildlife where you find it
Moving baby critters that seem to be abandoned can cause more harm than good
Arkansas AG announces settlement with Walmart
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced a settlement with Walmart in light of a lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission and 11 other states for deceptive trade practices
Letter to the Editor: A Thank You to Those Who Serve
Even with mixed feelings about a data center, a reader says we should remember the good faith of public servants
Letter to the Editor: The Great Arkadelphia Divide
A reader ponders different perspectives on the perception of a community’s divide
Stateline: Americans’ air conditioning costs expected to rise again this summer
After facing costly heating bills this winter, consumers shouldn’t expect relief for the summer months, according to new projections for household utility costs
Vote for the 2026 ‘Best of the Best’ Readers Choice awards
Each May, arkadelphian.com’s readers are treated to a month-long chance to cast their vote for a variety of their favorite local restaurants, businesses and more
Arkansas farmers could see more than $150M in disaster relief
Arkansas farmers being squeezed hard by higher fuel and input prices this year could see more than $150 million in total disaster relief with a second round of Supplemental Disaster Relief Program payments from the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Real Estate: Amity brewpub changes ownership
Clark County real estate transactions recorded April 2-23, 2026, having a value of $100,000 or greater
Real Estate: Blackmon Oil fuel stops sell in $3.9M deal
Clark County real estate transactions recorded April 24 through May 7, 2026, having a value of $100,000 or greater
Longtime AHS teacher among 3 recipients of Arkansas Educator Impact Awards
The Impact Awards recognize Arkansas K-12 educators who go beyond academics to build character, nurture belonging, and encourage civic spirit in their schools and classrooms
Arkadelphia hospital plans first annual Baby Fair
Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia is inviting the community to its first annual Baby Fair