The Batesville School District is preparing for the upcoming school year with new leadership, a renewed focus on its strategic priorities and professional development designed to strengthen instruction across the district. David Campbell has been…
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David Campbell Named Superintendent, Rachel Horn Selected as Assistant Superintendent for Batesville School District
The Batesville School District has selected new leadership following action by the Batesville School Board. The board voted to name David Campbell as the district’s new superintendent and Rachel Horn as assistant superintendent during its…
Batesville City Council Approves Police Upgrades, Banking Ordinance and Pool Repairs
The Batesville City Council approved funding for police department facility upgrades, adopted an electronic banking ordinance and authorized replacement of a swimming pool diving board platform during its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.…
Former Batesville Superintendent Dr. Ginni McDonald Files Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit
Dr. Ginni McDonald, former superintendent of the Batesville School District, has filed a verified federal civil rights complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas. The lawsuit alleges McDonald was…
Batesville Turns Out Big for Historic Slim Chickens Opening Day Celebration
Batesville turned out in a big way Monday as residents gathered to celebrate the opening of the city’s new Slim Chickens restaurant. Crowds began arriving after the doors opened at 10 a.m., welcoming the…
Breaking: Batesville Police Investigating Preschool Abuse Allegations
The Batesville Police Department is investigating allegations of abuse involving the Batesville School District Preschool program. According to a February 25, 2026 press release, police received three separate reports from the Child Abuse Hotline in…
Multiple Arkansas Schools and Colleges Announce Closures as Hazardous Winter Conditions Continue
As hazardous winter weather conditions continue across much of the state, multiple school districts and colleges have announced closures or operational changes, citing icy roads and unsafe travel conditions. Officials with Lyon College say the…
Schools Closed or Virtual Due to Winter Weather for Thursday January 29, 2026
Winter weather continues to impact operations across Arkansas, prompting widespread closures and virtual learning schedules at schools and colleges due to hazardous travel conditions. Continuously updated check back or refresh this page. Colleges / Universities…
Most Arkansas Schools and Colleges Closed or Virtual Due to Winter Weather
Winter weather continues to impact operations across Arkansas, prompting widespread closures and virtual learning schedules at schools and colleges due to hazardous travel conditions. Colleges / Universities • Arkansas Tech University — Virtual Only •…
Batesville School District Choirs Shine at Arkansas State Capitol During 2025 Sounds of the Season
The Batesville School District proudly represented Pioneer Nation at the 2025 Sounds of the Season event, performing inside the historic Arkansas State Capitol Rotunda during the annual statewide holiday music celebration hosted by the Arkansas…
