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Arkansas State Fire Marshal Dennis Free Retires After 45 Years of Service

Tuesday, June 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Arkansas State Fire Marshal Dennis Free will retire July 1, ending a 45-year career in fire protection and prevention in the state, the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management said Friday. Free has spent 26 years working in fire marshal offices, including 11 years with the... Read More.

Tyson Foods Announces New CEO and COO Amid Major Leadership Reshuffle

Tuesday, June 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Tyson Foods is preparing for a significant leadership transition, with new executives set to take over two of the company's top positions as part of a broader series of management changes at the Springdale-based food producer. The company announced that Jeff Schomburger will become president... Read More.

First Friday Returns to Magnolia Market as Pine Bluff Nears Go Kart Complex Opening

Friday, June 5 by Haleigh Reichen

Community members are being invited to gather at Magnolia Market this week for another First Friday event, while organizers also report continued progress on Pine Bluff's upcoming go-kart entertainment complex. During a recent radio interview, GFPB Executive Director Ryan Watley said First Friday was created... Read More.

Sensitive Student Records Left Behind in Former Pine Bluff School District Building

Thursday, June 4 by Haleigh Reichen

The former Pine Bluff School District building that was sold almost 2 years ago contains thousands of sensitive student records left behind. The building was aquired by John Fenley. He tells Deltaplex news that yes, he has owned the building for 2 years now;... Read More.

Arkansas Spring Planting Nears Completion as Soybeans Lead and Cotton Faces Weather Delays

Thursday, June 4 by Haleigh Reichen

Arkansas agriculture is moving through the final stages of spring planting with soybeans nearly finished statewide, cotton still working through weather delays, and rice and corn already complete, according to the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Soybean planting leads completion across major crops, with 95 percent... Read More.

Saracen Casino Resort Officially Opens New Hotel And Now Accepting Reservations

Thursday, June 4 by Haleigh Reichen

Saracen Casino Resort is proud to announce the opening of its hotel, marking a major milestone in the continued growth of Saracen property. The new 14-story hotel features 318 modern guest rooms and suites, offering luxe accommodations paired with the elevated amenities and the southern... Read More.

UAPB Enrollment Management Command Center to Provide Virtual Student Support Sessions This Summer

Thursday, June 4 by Haleigh Reichen

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will offer virtual Enrollment Management Command Center sessions on June 4, 2026, and July 2, 2026, providing students with direct access to comprehensive support services designed to help them enroll, register, persist, and progress toward graduation. The... Read More.

Woodlawn Baseball and Softball Teams Earn State and Conference Honors in 2026 Season

Wednesday, June 3 by Haleigh Reichen

Woodlawn's baseball and softball teams collected a number of postseason accolades following the 2026 season, with players earning recognition at both the state and conference levels. Leading the honors for the Bears were junior catcher Parker Arnold, junior third baseman Hollis Holderfield and junior shortstop/pitcher... Read More.

Cleveland County Residents Raise Concerns Over Proposed Poultry Farm Near Highway 63

Wednesday, June 3 by Haleigh Reichen

Questions surrounding a proposed poultry farm near Highway 63 prompted discussion during Monday night's Cleveland County Quorum Court meeting, where county officials said oversight of such operations largely rests with state agencies rather than local government. The proposed development would be located across from M.L.... Read More.

School of Business and Management Celebrates Class of 2026

Wednesday, June 3 by Haleigh Reichen

The School of Business and Management (SBM) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) recognized the achievements of its graduating Class of 2026 during its annual Graduates Banquet in May at the STEM Conference Center. The event, coordinated by Cynthia Sims, SBM project/program... Read More.

Central Moloney Moves Headquarters to North Little Rock While Expanding Pine Bluff Manufacturing

Tuesday, June 2 by Haleigh Reichen

Central Moloney announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Pine Bluff to North Little Rock while maintaining its manufacturing operations and workforce investments in Jefferson County. During a recent radio interview, Central Moloney's Chris Hart said the company has signed a multi-year lease for... Read More.

Loni Harshaw, UAPB Alumna, Named 2026 Arkansans for the Arts Teacher of the Year

Tuesday, June 2 by Haleigh Reichen

Loni Harshaw, an art teacher at Little Rock Southwest High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, has been named the 2026 Arkansans for the Arts Teacher of the Year. She is a 2009 graduate in art education from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Harshaw... Read More.

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