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Pine Bluff Police to Increase Speed Enforcement July 10-31

Wednesday, July 8 by Alex Bivens

PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The Pine Bluff Police Department will increase traffic enforcement efforts from July 10 through July 31 as part of a national campaign aimed at reducing speeding-related crashes. PBPD is partnering with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration... Read More.

Ivan Whitfield Attends First Quorum Court Meeting as Jefferson County Judge

Wednesday, July 8 by Haleigh Reichen

Newly appointed Jefferson County Judge Ivan Whitfield got his first taste of county business Tuesday night as the Quorum Court held its committee meeting. The meeting marked Whitfield's first full session since being appointed county judge. Following the meeting, Deltaplex News spoke with Whitfield about returning... Read More.

Pine Bluff Arsenal Hosts Red White and Boom Festival for Americas 250th Birthday

Wednesday, July 8 by Haleigh Reichen

The Pine Bluff Arsenal will host its annual Red, White and Boom Festival on Thursday, July 9, as part of its celebration of the nation's 250th birthday. The event is scheduled from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and is open to Pine Bluff Arsenal employees and... Read More.

Jefferson Regional Welcomes Cardiologist

Wednesday, July 8 by Haleigh Reichen

Jefferson Regional is pleased to announce that Ashok Akula, MD has joined the physician team at Jefferson Regional Cardiology Associates. Dr. Akula is a member of the Jefferson Regional medical staff and will be providing specialized care in interventional cardiology. Dr. Akula received his Bachelor of... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council returns Aquatic Center to Parks and Recreation, approves personnel and grant measures

Wednesday, July 8 by Haleigh Reichen

The Pine Bluff City Council approved several measures during its July 7 meeting, including repealing an ordinance that had established the Carl A. Redus Jr. Aquatic Center as a standalone municipal department. Following the suspension of the council's rules, members advanced the repealing ordinance to... Read More.

UAPB Alumna Brenda Stallings Honored With Women’s Leadership Award

Wednesday, July 8 by Haleigh Reichen

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) alumna Brenda Stallings, an attorney, educator and civic leader, was honored June 27 with the Irma Hunter Brown Women’s Leadership Award by the Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus during its annual Kennedy King Gala. Named in honor of the... Read More.

Sheridan mayor recaps Independence Day events, previews upcoming City Council meeting

Monday, July 6 by Haleigh Reichen

Sheridan's inaugural Independence Day celebration drew strong community participation despite weather concerns and extreme heat, according to Mayor Cain Nattin, who also shared updates on upcoming city business during a recent interview. The city's holiday festivities began Wednesday with Movies at the Park, which served... Read More.

First Friday at The Magnolia Draws Crowd with Food Entertainment and Community Spirit

Monday, July 6 by Haleigh Reichen

The Magnolia welcomed residents and visitors Friday evening for its second-ever First Friday event, featuring a "White Attire" theme, local food vendors and entertainment as part of the Independence Day weekend. Ryan Watley, CEO of Go Forward Pine Bluff, said the monthly event is intended... Read More.

Staying Hydrated Is Key to Preventing Heat Illness During Summer, UAPB Nutrition Expert Says

Monday, July 6 by Haleigh Reichen

As temperatures climb during the summer months, staying properly hydrated is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your health, according to Rachel L. Luckett, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) coordinator for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff... Read More.

Protecting Arkansas Timber Jobs Strengthening Local Manufacturing and Supporting Constituents

Monday, July 6 by Haleigh Reichen

As a licensed forester, Congressman Westerman understands just how important our forest and timber industries are to the health of our economy. So, for a country – and a state like Arkansas – that produces such an abundance of timber, it’s unfortunate that we... Read More.

Mayor Promises Major Changes to Aquatic Center Following June 10th Death

Friday, July 3 by Haleigh Reichen

Just days after an 84-year-old Fordyce woman died at the Carl Redus, Jr. Aquatics Center in Pine Bluff, Mayor Vivian Flowers said her office would start an internal review of the incident. The week of June 29th was the week the report was to be... Read More.

Pine Bluff Independence Day Fireworks Show Returns for 2026 at Regional Park

Friday, July 3 by Haleigh Reichen

Pine Bluff's annual Independence Day fireworks show will return this year after the city's Advertising and Promotion Commission stepped in to organize the event following the Pine Bluff Festival Association's decision not to move forward with its original plans. The fireworks display is scheduled to... Read More.

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