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Oct 21, 2026
  • Mandatory oath causes stir at OBU
  • Clark County man wins a quarter-million dollars playing lottery ticket a second time
  • Clark County Jail Bookings: Oct. 12-18, 2026
  • Advertorial: First United Methodist Church seeks Church Operations Administrator
  • Melba Smith
  • Gregory “Pooh” Ruchalski
  • Southern SARE farmer grants now available; deadline to apply is Nov. 6

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Mandatory oath causes stir at OBU

SIGN HERE, HERE AND HERE — The screenshot above is taken from an online petition asking for support to stop faculty and staff at Ouachita Baptist University from being required to sign their loyalty to beliefs in line with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. This post was updated on 10/21/26 to include that the university published a webpage devoted to the Statement of Affirmation. By JOEL PHELPS | arkadelphian.com Faculty and students at Ouachita Baptist University are pushing back against a new requirement that faculty and staff sign a pledge to conform to the Baptist doctrine. Current and incoming faculty…

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How to vote early in the 2026 midterm election

DECISIONS, DECISIONS — In this 2024 file photo, a Clark County voter casts a ballot during the early voting period at the Arkadelphia Recreation Center, where polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays through Election Day on Nov. 3, when nine total Vote Centers will be open throughout the county. arkadelphian.com photo By ANTOINETTE GRAJEDA | Arkansas Advocate Early voting began Monday in Arkansas and continues for two weeks leading up to the general election on Nov. 3.  Arkansas voters can head to their local polling…

joyful pit bull on leash at outdoor event
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Arkadelphia pit bull ordinance set for amendment

The Arkadelphia City Board of Directors on Tuesday, Oct. 20, will take up a decades-old ordinance regarding vicious dogs, as the city’s prosecutor is recommending an amendment to a 2007 ordinance outlining dog regulations. The current ordinance does not specifically address the immediate removal of dangerous dogs or address pit bulls in multi-family dwellings. A memo to directors says that has been an issue in recent incidents with dangerous dogs. The amendments, if passed, would allow the immediate seizure and impoundment of a dog that has caused a serious injury, and would also restrict residents of a multi-family dwelling to…

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Chilly weekend coming

The summer-like temperatures of late will come to a halt this weekend thanks to a cold front. Lows will be in the 30s. Following a cold front on Friday, the coldest temperatures of autumn thus far will be seen over much of Arkansas this weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Little Rock. While the high temperature in the Arkadelphia area will top out in the low 90s, Friday and Saturday’s daytime high will be more pleasant, in the upper 60s. Friday night’s low is 42, followed by an even chillier 37 on Saturday night. Northern portions of the…

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Clark County man wins a quarter-million dollars playing lottery ticket a second time

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Clark County Jail Bookings: Oct. 12-18, 2026

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Southern SARE farmer grants now available; deadline to apply is Nov. 6

Arkansas Data Centers Government Regional News

TXKToday: South Arkansas senator apologizes for vote on utility law as farmers tell lawmakers of thousands in added electric costs

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E-bike rider killed in Hot Springs

Op-Ed: Economic development isn’t one-size-fits-all
Business & Finance City & County Economy Voices

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

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What to do with pumpkin innards when making a jack-o’-lantern 
Food & Travel Holidays

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?

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E-bike rider killed in Hot Springs
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E-bike rider killed in Hot Springs

The operator of an electronic bicycle died in an apparent hit-and-run collision in Hot Springs

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Month-long bridge closure on Highway 84
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Month-long bridge closure on Highway 84

Arkansas Highway 84 over the Antoine River west of Amity between Horn (11980) Road and Caney Valley Cut Off (County Road 26) is scheduled to close around the clock from 8 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, through 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19

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3 arrested after multiple guns found in HSU dorm check
Local Police & Fire

3 arrested after multiple guns found in HSU dorm check

Formal charges were submitted for filing Friday, Oct. 16, against 20-year-old Treveon Jeffers of Prescott , 21-year-old Omareon Deshawn Nunally of Nashville, and 19-year-old Hershall Williams Jr. of Arkadelphia

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Arkadelphia pit bull ordinance set for amendment
City & County Pets Top Story

Arkadelphia pit bull ordinance set for amendment

The Arkadelphia City Board of Directors on Tuesday, Oct. 20, will take up a decades-old ordinance regarding vicious dogs, as the city’s prosecutor is recommending an amendment to a 2007 ordinance outlining dog regulations

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Felony Friday: Okolona man makes big stink over bathroom time, beats dad with broom
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Felony Friday: Okolona man makes big stink over bathroom time, beats dad with broom

This is a roundup of felony charges filed Oct. 2-16, 2026, by the Clark County Prosecutor’s Office

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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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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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