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Category: News & History

History Minute: Hattie Caraway, a trailblazing woman in the U.S. Senate
News & History

History Minute: Hattie Caraway, a trailblazing woman in the U.S. Senate

Hattie Caraway was not going to stay quiet

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Arkansas Advocate: How to use the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act
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Arkansas Advocate: How to use the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act

Want an Arkansas government record or access to a public meeting? There’s a law for that.

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Goza students named winners in American History Essay Contest
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Goza students named winners in American History Essay Contest

The Arkadelphia Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution announced the 5th grade winners of the annual American History Essay Contest

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History Minute: Understanding Iran’s turbulent history, from Persia to modern times
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History Minute: Understanding Iran’s turbulent history, from Persia to modern times

The history of Iran, called Persia in ancient times, dates back to antiquity, but it has often been the scene of upheaval and warfare

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Goza students advance to Arkansas History Day competition
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Goza students advance to Arkansas History Day competition

Three Goza Middle School students have advanced to the state-wide Arkansas History Day Contest, to be held April 18, 2026, on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas in Conway

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Arkansas’ part in America’s 250th birthday party
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Arkansas’ part in America’s 250th birthday party

The United States is celebrating its America250 semiquincentennial, and Arkansas is doing its part to plan the party

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Citing no evidence of wrongdoing, Arkadelphia Schools stand by Lifetouch amid controversy
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Citing no evidence of wrongdoing, Arkadelphia Schools stand by Lifetouch amid controversy

In light of multiple school districts across Arkansas severing ties with Lifetouch photography over concerns that its parent company’s former owner and alleged links to the Jeffrey Epstein files, Arkadelphia Public Schools will not drop its current contract with the company

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16 October 2026

Mid-South Music Festival

The Mid-South Music Festival strives to support and uplift artists across the mid-south. Musical, visual, and culinary artists from across…

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Town Square, 800 Main St.
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
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17 October 2026

Arkadelphia Marching Showcase

The Arkadelphia Badger Pride Marching Band is proud to announce the 2nd annual Arkadelphia Marching Showcase that will take place…

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Badger Stadium,
17 October 2026

Okolona Fall Festival

Okolona Love Council's 2nd annual Fall Fest will take place at the Okolona Community Center from 5-7 p.m. Activities include…

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Okolona Community Center,
18 October 2026

2026 Main Street Trick or Treat Registration Deadline

Registration for businesses/organizations wanting to participate in the 2026 Main Street Trick or Treat event ends at 11:59 p.m. on…

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20 October 2026

Brasstoberfest

· Oct. 20 – HSU Brass Ensembles “Brasstoberfest,” Harwood Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. Event is free and open to the…

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Harwood Recital Hall, 604 N. 12th St.
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
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27 October 2026

Woodwind Ensembles

· Oct. 27 – HSU Woodwind Ensembles, Harwood Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. Event is free and open to the public.

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29 October 2026

Pediatrics Plus Fall Fest

A sensory-friendly event organized by Pediatrics Plus. Trunk-or-treat, face painting, pumpkins and more. Taking place at Feaster Park in Arkadelphia.

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30 October 2026

Vocal Scholarship Competition

The Division of Music of Ouachita Baptist University would like to invite you to the 29th Annual Mary Shambarger Vocal…

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30 October 2026

Main Street Trick or Treat

The City of Arkadelphia will host the Main Street Trick or Treat on October 31, in downtown Arkadelphia from 3:00…

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Town Square, 800 Main St.
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
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01 December 2026

Carol of Lights

Join us for the return of Carol of Lights on Tuesday, December 1, at 6 p.m. in the Arkansas Hall…

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Arkansas Hall, 1118 Henderson St.
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
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