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More of a joint appearance, but informative
Arkansas Politics Voices

More of a joint appearance, but informative

It wasn’t a debate because neither candidate was focused on what the other was saying. Their real concerns were their own candidacies as well as the candidate who wasn’t there – Sen. Tom Cotton, whose absence also was informative in a way.

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Op-Ed: The Lectern, a Failed Prison Plan, and our Freedom of Information

Where I come from, you judge people by how they handle other folks’ money and whether they tell you the truth when it costs them something. By that standard, Governor Sarah Sanders has failed Arkansas.

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Mike McNeill: Voting against all ballot issues will send Arkansas lawmakers a message
Arkansas Regional News Voices

Mike McNeill: Voting against all ballot issues will send Arkansas lawmakers a message

With early voting drawing near in the 2026 General Election, we’re repeating our previous advice to vote AGAINST all four of the proposals submitted to the public by the Arkansas Legislature

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The week in politics: Waking up and being ‘woke’ 
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The week in politics: Waking up and being ‘woke’ 

Sen. Tom Cotton and Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders made national news this past week. For Cotton, it was because of a disagreement with President Trump about when Americans should awaken. For Sanders, it was because some commenters said her political ad was too “woke.”

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Op-Ed: Arkansas communities deserve the chance to compete
Arkansas Voices

Op-Ed: Arkansas communities deserve the chance to compete

Last year, I had to tell a developer that Mountain Home could not help bring a major retail project to our city. The developer was considering an investment of roughly $15 million. The project would have meant new places to shop, new jobs and revenue to help pay for the services our residents count on.

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About those $5,000 checks …
Politics Voices

About those $5,000 checks …

Arkansas’ members of Congress reacted cooly to President Trump’s proposal to send a $5,000 “Trump dividend” to every adult American if Republicans retain their congressional majorities this November

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Arkadelphia Mayor: Understanding city government, departments and how decisions are made
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Arkadelphia Mayor: Understanding city government, departments and how decisions are made

Recently, I have seen questions raised on social media regarding city government, our budget, and how decisions are made. I would like to provide some clarification.

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13 October 2026

Faculty/Guest Recital

· Oct. 13 – Faculty/Guest Recital: Drs. Heather Thayer, Amy Laursen, and May Tsao-Lim, Harwood Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. Event…

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Russell Fine Arts Center, 604 N. 12th St.
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
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14 October 2026

Fields of Faith

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AHS Badger Stadium, 401 High School Drive
Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71923
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15 October 2026

Property Tax Deadline

Don’t wait until the last minute!

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Clark County Courthouse, 401 Clay Street
Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71923
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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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16 October 2026

AHS Homecoming – Game & Coronation

6:15 Coronation 7:00 Kickoff - Badgers vs Hope

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AHS Badger Stadium, 401 High School Drive
Arkadelphia, Arkansas 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,
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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