Arkadelphian

06/04/2026

Special from The Southern Standard:
Residents, families, employees pay the price when accountability breaks down.

The Murfreesboro Nursing and Rehab Inc.’s license was revoked in May 2026 by the Arkansas Department of Human Services after an investigation revealed several instances of financial misconduct

06/04/2026

This Saturday, June 6 - Battle of the Badges benefitting the CALL in Clark County. 🧑‍🚒💥👮🏻‍♂️

Oh y’all… this is going to be SO much fun! 🍋💙

Join us THIS Saturday at the Downtown Farmers Market as Arkadelphia Fire Department Chief Andy Neel and Sheriff Jason Watson battle it out to see who can sell the most lemonade for Clark County children and families impacted by foster care!

🚨🚨Who gets your vote: Team Fire or Team Sheriff?

📍 Downtown Farmers Market
🗓 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 7:00–11:00 AM

Can’t make it? You can still vote for your favorite team by donating here: https://igfn.us/form/LFCCmQ

Be sure to leave a note with your donation letting us know which team you’re supporting!

06/04/2026

When longtime volunteers walk away all at once, what does that tell you about what’s happening behind the scenes?

Seventy-four out of the 78 counselors of the American Legion Auxiliary Arkansas Girls State 2026 Session released a statement following the mass resignation of the entire core staff of the American Legion Auxiliary Arkansas Girls State

06/04/2026

Ask Arkadelphia: Have you ever sent an embarrassing text message to an unintended recipient? 📲 😳

06/04/2026

Six years is a long time to wait. What would a raise like this mean for your household?

Henderson full-time faculty and staff will each receive a $2,000 salary increase, which is their first positive compensation adjustment since they took a 20% pay reduction and 40% retirement benefits cut in 2019

06/03/2026

Today’s Headlines • Wednesday, June 3, 2026

🎓 Henderson approved for budget increase; employees get first salary bump since 2019

🏥 Southern Standard: Murfreesboro nursing home shuttered due to missing money, mismanagement

📺 Arkansas Advocate: Arkansas TV Foundation reaches PBS dues goal

📚 Hendrix College student from Arkadelphia included in Hendrix-Murphy Foundation funding awards

🐊 AGFC program pairs landowners with alligator hunters

⛽ Lawmakers hit brakes on gas tax suspension

🍔 Wombat Burger named Arkansas Best Burger in 2026

🌦️ Cooler days, rain chances in area forecast

🗣️ Arkansas Girls State counselors demand reform after mass resignation

Full stories available by clicking below:

Higher Education Top Story Henderson approved for 2.6% increase in operating budget; full-time employees get first salary increase since 2019 Henderson full-time faculty and staff will each receive a $2,000 salary increase, which is their first positive compensation adjustment since they took a 20%....

06/03/2026

Remembering Lonnie Gould with respect and sympathy.

Services have been entrusted to Welch Funeral Home. Full details are available below.

Lonnie Ruth was retired from the Arkadelphia Human Development Center

06/03/2026

We pause to honor the life of Wava Stinnett.
Obituary and service information is available below.

Wava was known for her outgoing personality, warm smile and love of being around people

06/03/2026

🏛️ Congratulations to Spencer Seel👏🏻

Spencer Seel of Arkadelphia, a student at Arkadelphia High School, was elected by fellow delegates to serve as State Senator during Arkansas Boys State 2026

06/03/2026

🗣️ Citizen voices amplified at economic development meeting

Citizens may be getting a chance to have their voices heard by members of the public board that plays a significant role in landing jobs in Clark County