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Earth Day: A great time to review the natural state’s environmental practices, policies

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Jerry Don Burton Leave a comment

Story by DDNS Reporter Jerry Don Burton April 16, 2026 From city-wide cleanups to research demonstrations, several organizations are gearing up to host events for Earth Day in Arkansas. Earth Day, held on April 22 every year since 1970, is a global event observed to spread awareness and support for environmental issues and practices. Melissa Dooley, director of the Arkansas

Environment

Meet Robin Myers, the “calm, steady force” named to return as ASU system interim president.

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Jerry Don Burton Leave a comment

Story by DDNS Reporter Jerry Don Burton January 25, 2026 The Arkansas State University (ASU) System Board of Trustees named Robin Myers to return as interim president. Myers, who previously served as ASU system interim president in 2024, was again named to the position on Dec. 12, 2025, following the previous president’s resignation. He said he was honored to return.

Education: HigherEd

Jonesboro Mayor Gives State of City, Hears Criticism over City Stars

Posted on March 7, 2026 by deltadnews

Jonesboro Mayor Harold Copenhaver addressed the state of Jonesboro, while still facing criticism over the finances of City Stars. DDNS reporter Mia Young reports.

Government

West Memphis Three attorneys participate in panel discussion

Posted on November 12, 2025 by deltadnews

The panel discussion was presented by the Arkansas State University Sociology and Criminology Association.

News

Arkansas State football looking to go bowling

Posted on November 12, 2025 by deltadnews

Story by DDNS Reporter Jared Burton Arkansas State’s football season started strong with a 42-24 win over SEMO at home to start the season at 1-0, then the Red Wolves went on a 4-game losing streak as they lost 56-14 to Arkansas in Little Rock, then lost 3 close games to Iowa State 24-16, Kennesaw State 28-21, and ULM 28-16.