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Mansfield School Board Welcomes New Staff, Approves Pre-School Pay...

By Brittany MaineMANSFIELD — The Mansfield School District Board of Education met for a special session on Wednesday, July 23, to handle key personnel decisions ahead of...

A federal appeals court on Wednesday upheld the part of Arkansas' LEARNS Act that bans "indoctrination" in public school classrooms. This photo shows Little Rock Central High students protesting the education overhaul law in 2023. (Photo by Tess Vrbin/Arkansas Advocate)

Arkansas can outlaw public school ‘indoctrination,’ ‘CRT,’ appeals...

Judges decide provisions of the state’s LEARNS Act don’t violate the U.S. ConstitutionThis story was updated on July 17, 2025, to include the...

Abigail Gavina Graduates from UA Little Rock

LITTLE ROCK, AR (07/16/2025)-- Abigail Gavina, of Waldron, AR, has graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock during the Spring 2025 semester.Gavina graduated...

University of Central Arkansas Announces Incoming Honors Scholars...

CONWAY, AR (06/30/2025)-- The Norbert O. Schedler Honors College has selected 80 incoming first-year students as its newest class of the Schedler Honors College and 44...

Avery Fielding, a senior at Waldron High School, proudly represents her community at MAS*H Camp, where she’s gaining hands-on experience in health care and pursuing her dream of becoming an ultrasound technician.

Local Students Chosen for Prestigious MAS*H Program, Gaining...

Two high school students from our community have recently been accepted into the highly respected MAS*H (Medical Applications of Science for...

After the Vote: Mansfield Schools Face a Crossroads Following...

MANSFIELD — A bold vision to modernize Mansfield’s school facilities and academic programming was rejected by voters on May 13, delivering a...

Solid Foundations, Strong Futures: A Faith-Based Option for Scott...

Across Arkansas, families are navigating new choices in education. With the rollout of Education Freedom Accounts (EFAs), parents are exploring...

Waldron FFA officers and members gather alongside Mark Chapman and the newly donated registered Beefmaster heifer "Lucy" that will launch the chapter’s long-term herd project. The partnership aims to teach leadership, responsibility, and sustainability while reducing fundraising pressures.

Waldron FFA Kicks Off New Era with Heifer Donation from Chapman...

A single heifer is setting the stage for long-term growth and self-sufficiency for the Waldron FFA chapter. Thanks to the generosity of local...

Waldron Seniors Celebrate College Signing Day

On Wednesday, April 23, at 11:15 a.m., the Waldron High School auditorium was filled with excitement, pride, and heartfelt celebration. Students,...

Sheriff Randy Shores watches as fifth-grade students line up for snow cones and stuffed animals, celebrating their achievement in the extended math program with a little help from local supporters. (Photo submitted by Misty Mitchell)

Sweet Reward for Fifth Grade Math Stars in Waldron

Forty fifth-grade students celebrated the completion of an extended math program with a well-earned treat from Dana Anderson at The Snow Cone...

Leadership, Resilience, and Gratitude Shine at Waldron School Board...

At the April 14 Waldron School Board meeting, what stood out more than motions and minutes was the heart behind every update, every thank you, and...

Hail photo sent in by Kristen Mack

Aw Hail! Scott County Hammered By Spring Storms

Aw Hail! Scott County Slammed b By Brittany MaineWALDRON, Ark. — A fierce spring storm barreled through western Arkansas in the early morning hours...

LEARNS Act Makes Major Changes to Arkansas Schools—So What Does It...

Arkansas is on the brink of change when it comes to education. With the LEARNS Act, sweeping broad-based reform legislation affecting nearly every...

The Waldron Bulldogs Lady Basketball Team: A Season of Triumph,...

There are seasons that simply pass by, and then there are seasons that change everything. For the 2024-2025 Waldron Bulldogs Lady Basketball Team,...

Waldron High School’s New Plant Systems Class Cultivates Growth—In...

Waldron High School’s New Plant Systems Class Cultivates Growth—In More Ways Than OneAt Waldron High School, students are getting their hands...

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