History Minute: Dinosaurs | Stuttgart Daily Leader
4 days ago · Dinosaurs have been extinct for many millions of years, but they still fuel the imaginations of many people today. Dinosaurs came in all shapes and sizes. Some flew, others swam, and others were massive creatures weighing thousands of pounds. They dominated the landscape between 240 million and 65 million years ago. Dinosaurs even lived in […]
Southern Bancorp, Inc. closes on Arkansas County Bank acquisition
May 17, 2021 · ARKADELPHIA, ARK – Southern Bancorp, Inc., a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and holding company for Southern Bancorp Bank, today announced that it has closed on its acquisition of DeWitt First Bankshares Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiary, Arkansas County Bank. The acquisition, which was announced in January 2021, closed on May 14th, adding three […]
Fulbright College scholarship application process begins for 2025 …
3 days ago · FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the U of A is accepting scholarship applications for the 2025-26 academic year. Scholarship applications and descriptions are available on the college’s website. The college manages the application process for several general college scholarships, as well as the J.W. and Elizabeth W. Fulbright Endowed Scholarship for Study ...
2025 Regular Session begins today | Stuttgart Daily Leader
5 days ago · LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas General Assembly convenes for the 2025 Regular Session today. The first day of the session will include the swearing-in of all members and the formal election of the Speaker of the House. While the Speaker is officially elected at the start of the session, the 94th General Assembly previously […]
Apply for an Arkansas public land turkey hunting permit
4 days ago · LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will open the application window for 2025 Wildlife Management Area Turkey Hunt Permits Jan. 15-Feb. 15. These permits are required to hunt on a few WMAs that present some of the best public hunting available in the state. Turkey hunting is open on many Arkansas […]
Arkansas taken down by Tigers | Stuttgart Daily Leader
3 days ago · BATON, ROUGE, La. — Arkansas trimmed a seven-point deficit to two with 28 seconds left but Jordan Sears sealed the win for LSU with two free throws with 21 seconds left for a 78-74 victory. LSU’s overall success at the free throw line played a key role in the win. The Tigers were 26-of-28 at the […]
Stuttgart, Brookland to present bids for hosting 2025 regional ...
4 days ago · A week ago, Stuttgart players and coaches believed they would host the Region 2 softball/baseball regional tournament this season. However, a last-minute bid from the Brookland School District has placed those hopes in jeopardy. “Brookland came in at the last minute and made a bid,” said Stuttgart Athletic Director Josh Price. As a result, Stuttgart […]
Brush up on winter weather and wildlife | Stuttgart Daily Leader
Jan 9, 2025 · A female northern cardinal weathers a snowstorm near the safety of heavy weeds and brush. (Photo courtesy of Mike Wintroath/AGFC.) LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Take a moment while stocking up on the bread, milk and eggs in preparation for this week’s snowstorm and think about how you can better prepare ...
Stuttgart’s Lady Ricebirds fall to Pulaski Academy despite second …
3 days ago · Stuttgart’s Lady Ricebirds hosted Class 4A’s top-ranked team, Pulaski Academy, on Tuesday night. While Stuttgart trailed by as many as 20 points in the first half, the team stormed back in the second half, eventually falling short in a 58-50 loss. Pulaski Academy dominated the first quarter, with the Lady Bruins outscoring the Ladybirds 15-4. […]
Stuttgart School Board extends superintendent’s contract, …
3 days ago · The Stuttgart School Board extended Superintendent Jeff McKinney’s contract through 2028 and approved the 2025-26 calendar during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at the central office. Board members Brian Hancock and Victor Johnson were absent from the meeting. School districts across the state typically make decisions about their superintendent in January, and the […]