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Apr 2, 2026
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Henderson partners with ASU-Mountain Home for teacher education, aviation degrees

Dr. Celya Taylor, provost and vice chancellor for Academic Affairs at Henderson State, and Dr. Robert Shurley, ASUMH provost, signed the pathway agreement. Also pictured are, from left: Dr. Trey Berry, Henderson chancellor; Dr. Glenda Hyer, associate professor of special education; Dr. Charlotte White-Wright, dean of Henderson's Teachers College; Kristina Radivojevich, interim dean of business, arts, and sciences at ASUMH; Laura Knox, director of education at ASUMH; and Dr. Bentley Wallace, ASUMH chancellor. From Henderson State News Henderson State University and Arkansas State University–Mountain Home announced a new transfer pathway agreement for teacher education degrees and have initiated discussions to…

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Arkadelphia couple arrested for human trafficking

From left: Janhina Harold Smith and Justice Benton. | Clark County Detention Center By JOEL PHELPS | arkadelphian.com No community in the world is immune to human trafficking, a global criminal enterprise as old as human civilization. The exploitation of people — be it for sex or forced labor — victimizes millions worldwide. Local authorities say they have uncovered a human trafficking incident that happened in Arkadelphia. Two people have been arrested and charged in connection with human trafficking involving two separate juvenile females between March 23-27, 2026. Arrested were Janhina Harold Smith, 25, and Justice Benton, 24. Police were…

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Arkansas Advocate: Secretary of state’s primary runoff dividing Republicans, drawing outside money

RUNOFF — Bryan Norris, left, and state Sen. Kim Hammer are vying for the nomination for Arkansas Secretary of State in the Republican primary runoff for the position. By ANDREW DeMILLO | Arkansas Advocate The Republican primary runoff for secretary of state is sharply dividing GOP figures in Arkansas and drawing spending from outside groups on both sides. Kim Hammer and Bryan Norris are facing off in Tuesday’s primary runoff to be the state’s top election official. Whoever wins the nomination will face Democrat Kelly Grappe and Libertarian Michael Pakko in the November general election. The race is the only statewide runoff in…

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Felony Friday: Texas pair steals 18-wheeler, hauls lumber-loaded trailer to Dallas

This is a roundup of felony charges filed March 13-27, 2026, by the Clark County Prosecutor’s Office. Some defendants may also have misdemeanor charges against them, but most are not included here. The following names and charges, which are contained within public documents, are gathered from online court records available through ARCourts. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Here’s a rundown of felony cases filed in the past two weeks: Texas pair steals 18-wheeler, hauls lumber-loaded trailer to Dallas A load of lumber attached to a parked 18-wheeler was apparently too tempting for a pair of Texan thieves who…

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How much rain is needed to end the drought in Clark County and surrounding areas?

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OBU performance of “Into the Woods” weaves fairy tales, revives childhood favorites

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Rain chances on rise Friday, Saturday; Easter forecast calls for sunshine

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MagnoliaReporter.com: Sheriff says there’s more than meets the eye in video of Columbia County jail fight

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MagnoliaReporter.com: Magnolia Police arrest Stamps police candidate

Gurdon addiction center among 13 in state to receive opioid settlement funding
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Gurdon addiction center among 13 in state to receive opioid settlement funding

During a recent check presentation ceremony, representatives from the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership (ARORP) announced 13 awardees of the Coalition Partnership Empowerment (COPE) initiative.

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Arkadelphia Public Schools tapped to participate in ADE projects
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Arkadelphia Public Schools tapped to participate in ADE projects

Each of the four school campuses has been selected to participate in two dedicated support service projects through the Arkansas Department of Education.

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Carolyn Herrin

For many years, Carolyn owned and operated Wilson Garage, where she kept the office running smoothly, and later was the secretary for the Hot Spring County Assessor’s office.

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Spring Carnival this week at Clark County Fairgrounds
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Spring Carnival this week at Clark County Fairgrounds

There will be rides, games, food and fun for all ages.

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Feaster Park tower tops Arkadelphia construction jobs in April
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Feaster Park tower tops Arkadelphia construction jobs in April

The City of Arkadelphia issued 9 building permits with an estimated construction value of $395,265 for the month of April 2023.

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Malvern man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking
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Malvern man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking

Investigators seized more than 1,400 grams of pure methamphetamine after searching “multiple” properties.

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Live music at Arkadelphia Senior Activity Center
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Live music at Arkadelphia Senior Activity Center

Local band Sand Creek performs classic rock and country music each Thursday from 7-9:30 p.m. at the CADC Arkadelphia Senior…

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