HOPE, AR – Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center has multiple open positions across departments, from nursing to therapy, to billing and more.
If you’re ready to join a dedicated team that values patient care and community, we’d love to hear from you.
Expert Care. Hometown Values.
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Arkadelphia Momentum 2045
OBU highest enrollment in history
ARKADELPHIA, AR – Great news, Clark County! Ouachita Baptist University just announced a record-breaking Fall 2025 enrollment of 1,899 students! With a 10% increase in new undergraduates and a 35% jump in graduate students, this growth not only strengthens OBU but also boosts our local economy and community.
The freshman class is stronger than ever, with 30 Arkansas Governor’s Distinguished Scholars, 196 students boasting a 4.0 GPA, and an average ACT of 24.
Looking ahead, OBU will increase undergraduate scholarships starting Fall 2026, continuing to attract top talent to Clark County!
Arkadelphia selected for 2025-26 Retail Academy
ARKADELPHIA, AR – The Arkadelphia Regional Economic Development Alliance and Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that we have been selected by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) to participate in the 2025–26 Retail Academy program. Other selected communities include Berryville, Malvern, Nashville, Russellville, and Walnut Ridge.
The Retail Academy program equips local leaders with tools, training, and research to attract and support retail businesses. Through online education, market analysis, and technical assistance, the program helps rural communities like Arkadelphia strengthen their retail sector, enhance quality of life, and create opportunities for growth.
“Being selected for the Retail Academy positions our community to better recruit and support retail opportunities that meet local needs,” said Shelley Short, president and CEO of the Arkadelphia Regional Economic Development Alliance and Area Chamber of Commerce. “For rural areas, attracting the right mix of retail is not only about shopping options, it’s about strengthening quality of life, boosting our economy, and creating vibrant places where people want to live and work. We are truly thankful to be chosen for this program and look forward to putting its strategies into action for the benefit of our community.”
The Retail Academy program was developed by Retail Strategies, a Birmingham, Alabama-based municipal consultancy focused on retail recruitment and downtown revitalization, and is administered by AEDC’s Community Development Division. Specific services offered through the program include customized training, demographic and peer market analysis, retail marketing guides, networking opportunities, and access to online coursework.
“Building strong communities requires many different elements, including retail opportunities, to attract and retain residents, fueling local growth,” said Clint O’Neal, executive director of AEDC. “The Retail Academy program is designed to help local communities with retail attraction, offering specialized training and resources to grow their retail base. AEDC is proud to announce the latest cohort of communities to participate in the Retail Academy program and looks forward to seeing these communities attract new retail companies.”
The 2025–26 Retail Academy began September 25, 2025, and runs through September 2026.
Introducing FutureMakers
GURDON, AR – Introducing FutureMakers! We are proud to launch FutureMakers, a new series celebrating the educators, mentors, and community partners preparing students for the careers of tomorrow. Because the future doesn’t just happen, it’s made.
Our inaugural FutureMaker is Andrew Massing, CTE & ALE Instructor at Gurdon High School. Mr. Massing’s innovative teaching, mentorship, and industry expertise are transforming how students prepare for life beyond graduation.
This afternoon, Mr. Massing was honored with an official FutureMakers certificate during a ceremony attended by Arkansas Chief Workforce Officer Mike Rogers, alongside school and community leaders. Posters celebrating his achievements will also be displayed across the community to inspire students, families, and industry partners.
Congratulations to Mr. Massing for exemplifying what it means to be a FutureMaker!
Glenwood joins Mainstreet Arkansas
GLENWOOD, AR – The Glenwood Downtown Network was recently accepted into Main Street Arkansas as an entry level program. This news comes after many months of the Glenwood Downtown Network board working through a competitive application and interview process.
As one of Arkansas’ newest Main Street communities, joining a statewide network dedicated to downtown revitalization, economic growth, and historic preservation,
this prestigious recognition has come at the perfect time for a once thriving downtown.
“We are so excited to be able to officially announce our partnership with Main Street Arkansas. With their expertise, guidance, training, and assistance, partnered with the Main Street America Four-Point Approach, we feel confident that we will be able to continue the incredible work already being done in our downtown district from organizations such as the Glenwood Revitalization Group. This opportunity to serve our community is not one that will be taken lightly or for granted.” -Kayla Hartsfield, President of the Glenwood Downtown Network board
Pictured in photo: Andrea Telson, Kara Oosterhous, Kayla Hartsfield, Greg Phillip (Main Street AR Director), Scott Kaufman (Director of the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program), and Paige Cowart.
About Main Street Arkansas
Since 1984, Main Street Arkansas has helped communities across the state revitalize their downtowns through the Main Street Four-Point Approach®—Organization, Promotion, Design, and Economic Vitality. The program is a division of the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, an agency of Arkansas Heritage. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gcHuPeJ7