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Sissys Log Cabin Opens Eighth Store at Saracen Casino Resort in Pine Bluff

Friday, July 17 by Haleigh Reichen

Sissy's Log Cabin officially opened its newest location inside Saracen Casino Resort Friday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community leaders, company officials and guests. The new location marks the company's eighth store and its first inside a casino. The ceremony began with a prayer... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Celebrate Youth Mentorship Camp Graduation with Performances and Awards

Friday, July 17 by Haleigh Reichen

The Pine Bluff Police Department celebrated the graduation of its annual P.A.Y. Camp this week, marking the end of a five-week summer program that combined life skills, mentorship and recreational activities for dozens of local children. Campers participated in a graduation ceremony featuring musical performances,... Read More.

UAPB Discovery Farm Educational Centers Cultivate Future Agricultural Leaders

Friday, July 17 by Haleigh Reichen

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s (UAPB) Discovery Farm Educational Centers are helping shape the future of agriculture in Arkansas by providing hands-on learning opportunities, workforce development experiences and conservation education for students, producers and community members, Dr. Tomekia White, UAPB Extension specialist... Read More.

Southeast Arkansas College President Appointed to National AACC Awards Committee

Thursday, July 16 by Haleigh Reichen

Southeast Arkansas College is proud to announce that President Dr. Tyrone Jackson has been appointed to serve on the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Awards Committee for a two-year term. In this prestigious national role, Dr. Jackson will review nominations from regional award recipients... Read More.

Arkansas Communities Join Nationwide Peaceful Protests Against AI Data Centers

Thursday, July 16 by Haleigh Reichen

Communities across Arkansas are expected to participate in a nationwide day of peaceful protests on Saturday, July 18th, opposing the construction and expansion of artificial intelligence data centers. The demonstrations are being organized as part of a national effort led by Humans First, a conservative... Read More.

UAPB Researcher to Study Rice Bran’s Potential Health Benefits

Thursday, July 16 by Haleigh Reichen

Dr. Swathi Nedunchezian has joined the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff as a postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Human Sciences. She will work under the mentorship of Dr. Sankar Devarajan, professor and program director of nutrition and food science. At UAPB, she will... Read More.

Mayor Urges Rison Residents to Support Magnolia Street Overpass Sidewalk in ARDOT Public Comment Period

Wednesday, July 15 by Haleigh Reichen

Mayor Charles Roberts is encouraging residents to submit public comments to the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) in support of adding a sidewalk to the Magnolia Street (Highway 35) overpass in Rison as part of the agency's Draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Youth Camp Returns to Strengthen Community Bonds and Foster Growth

Wednesday, July 15 by Haleigh Reichen

After a six-year hiatus following the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pine Bluff Police Department's Police and Youth (PAY) Camp has returned, giving dozens of local children a chance to spend part of their summer learning, exploring and building relationships with first responders. The camp, held at... Read More.

Star City Launches ”Stuff the Bus” School Supply Drive to Support Local Students

Wednesday, July 15 by Haleigh Reichen

The Star City School District is collecting school supply donations as it prepares for its annual SCSD/Bright Futures Stuff the Bus campaign to help students get ready for the upcoming school year. Community members can now drop off donations at several locations throughout Star City,... Read More.

Jefferson Regional Medical Center Earns Platinum Award for Excellence in Organ Donation and Transplantation

Wednesday, July 15 by Haleigh Reichen

Jefferson Regional Medical Center has been recognized with the Southern Legacy of Life Platinum Award for its commitment to organ donation and transplantation. According to the hospital, the recognition honors the work of its Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit and Operating Room teams in supporting... Read More.

UAPB Introduces Mane Materials Program to Simplify Course Material Access and Support Student Readiness

Wednesday, July 15 by Haleigh Reichen

Beginning Fall 2026, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will launch Mane Materials, a Total Access course materials program designed to simplify how students receive their required materials and ensure they are ready to learn on the first day of class. With Mane... Read More.

Woodlawn High School Student Council Hosts School Supply Drive for Community Donations

Tuesday, July 14 by Haleigh Reichen

The Woodlawn High School Student Council is currently hosting a school supply drive that began July 12. Community members are encouraged to donate new or gently used school supplies by placing them in the collection box located in front of the high school. Items such as... Read More.

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