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Downtown Grants to Provide Shade Structure at Barraque Plaza

Thursday, August 30 by Greg

Pine Bluff Downtown Development, Inc. will use funds from two grants for a shade structure over the picnic tables at Barraque Plaza at the corner of Barraque and Pine Streets, according to a Downtown Development newsletter.Downtown Development recently received a $15,000 Downtown Revitalization Grant... Read More.

Razorbacks’ 2019 Baseball Schedule Features Debut of Playing In-State Competition

Thursday, August 30 by Greg

FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas released its 2019 Baseball Schedule on Wednesday, and for the first time, the Razorbacks will play in-state competition. Home games against Arkansas-Little Rock on April 2 and Arkansas-Pine Bluff on April 16 are the highlights in a non-conference schedule that includes trips... Read More.

American Idol Plans Auditions at Little Rock

Thursday, August 30 by Greg

The American Idol singing competition will bring its nationwide talent search to Little Rock on September 12, 2018. Open call auditions will be held at the River Market, located at 400 President Clinton Avenue in Little Rock.Individuals must be at least 15 years old... Read More.

Two More Inmates Die in Possible Drug Overdose

Thursday, August 30 by Greg

By The Associated PressA corrections official says two more inmates have died of possible drug overdoses at a maximum security prison in southeast Arkansas.Arkansas Department of Correction spokesman James DePriest say the inmates, identified as being aged 26 and 55, were found unresponsive Tuesday... Read More.

U of A Biologist Receives Grant to Improve Biofuel Production

Thursday, August 30 by Greg

Research uses microorganisms that thrive in acidic hot springs to increase efficiency and sustainability of biofuel production.FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – A University of Arkansas biologist is developing methods that could make the production of biofuel — ethanol and diesel made from sources such as plant... Read More.

Residents Take to Streets After Another Pine Bluff Slaying

Thursday, August 30 by Greg

In response to four murders in Pine Bluff within a period of three days, a group of ministers and concerned citizens quickly staged a march against violence Wednesday morning.The march, which began at Harding Avenue and Main Street, ended on the north side of... Read More.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held for New Simmons Bank Field

Thursday, August 30 by Greg

Golden Lion fans poured into the stadium on Wednesday morning as dignitaries, administrators, and coaches took to the 50 yard line for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the all new Simmons Bank Field.The sounds of the Marching Musical Machine of the Mid-South filled the... Read More.

Arkansas Men’s Golf Opens Season at Carmel Cup

Wednesday, August 29 by Greg

The Arkansas men’s golf team, ranked 17th in the Preseason Bushnell Golfweek Coaches Poll, will open its 2018-19 season this weekend (Aug. 31-Sept. 2) at the Carmel Cup, played at the historic Pebble Beach Golf Links.The Carmel Cup is in its eighth year of... Read More.

Coffee with the Chiefs Sets Shotspotter Presentation

Wednesday, August 29 by Greg

Representatives from Shotspotter Gunshot Detection will make a presentation at Coffee with the Chiefs Community Meeting, according to a news release.Interested Citizens for Voter Registration, Inc. will host Coffee with the Chiefs on Tuesday, September 4th. This event will take place from 9:00 to... Read More.

3 Inmates Die at Arkansas Prison in Less Than 24 Hours

Wednesday, August 29 by Greg

By The Associated PressGOULD — A Department of Correction official says three inmates have died in less than 24 hours at a prison in southeast Arkansas, possibly from drug use.Spokesman James DePriest said Monday that both state police and the department are investigating to... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department Reports a 4th Murder in 3 Days

Wednesday, August 29 by Greg

The Pine Bluff Police Department (PBPD) reports a fourth murder in four days with the latest victim being 20-year-old Jamonte Smith.On Tuesday night, Pine Bluff police responded to a residence at 2809 West 40th Avenue in reference to a shooting, according to a PBPD... Read More.

Fish Sale at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Tuesday, August 28 by Greg

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will hold a Fish Sale on Friday, August 31, 2018.This will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the UAPB Aquaculture Research Station.The cost is $1.50 per pound."Fish will be sold on a first come,... Read More.