Letter to the Editor: Anonymous mailer missing facts about county judge candidate
A little something the topic of all this public humiliation of an anonymous author threw out there was missing was the facts
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
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
Southern Bancorp officially changes name to Uplift Bank
The first phase of its name change was completed on Monday, Oct. 26, and additional phases will be completed in a staggered approach that will carry into 2027
Dispatch Desk: High speed chase through Arkadelphia ends with wrecked patrol car; suspect gets away
The following incidents were gathered from reports filed Oct. 19-25, 2026, at the Arkadelphia Police Department and Clark County Sheriff’s Office
Royce Howell
Royce served as Mayor of Caddo Valley in the ’90s, but his favorite job was working at The Bus Shop
Johnnie Thompson
Johnnie co-owned Browning Jewelry Store, and was involved in a number of Clark County organizations
Gretta Davis
Gretta was retired from Henderson State University as the executive secretary to the President
Gimme Shelter: Archeologist to talk discoveries found at bluff shelters
A number of bluff shelters in the Ozarks were excavated between 1930 and 1970