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Archeologists have resumed digging for student remains at the site of a former Native American boarding school. The dig began on Monday and is expected to continue through the week.

Ponca, North American Indians of the Dhegiha branch of the Siouan language family. The Ponca were never a large tribe; an early estimate places their number at 800 individuals. Perhaps because of their small population, they have moved frequently over the past several centuries. Their original

In 1848, as Germany cracked down on revolts, America received its best and brightest.

Arkansas blackberries have been outstanding this year -- plump, juicy and sweet. The sweetest we can remember.

Arkansas blackberries have been outstanding this year -- plump, juicy and sweet. The sweetest we can remember.

A committee has determined the best solution is to replace Dixon Countys facilities with a new courthouse and law enforcement center built on a 5-acre plot outside Ponca.

"Flooding knocked out fences because the water was so high and powerful. A lot of fencing will have to be fixed, especially on the creeks."

This is part 2 of the story about Standing Bear, the chief whose picture is on one of the latest post office stamps.

125 Years Ago

Arkansas blackberries have been outstanding this year – plump, juicy and sweet. The sweetest we can remember.