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Harris says it’s time to start preparing for planting

Thursday, March 27 by Rick Walker

Arbor Day is in April, but over the next few weeks prior to that, you can make sure you are ready. Kevin Harris with the Jefferson County Extension Office tells Deltaplex News that they are here to help Harris said the process of soil samples... Read More.

Former Lady Razorbacks coach headed to the WNBA

Thursday, March 27 by Rick Walker

Former Arkansas Razorbacks women's coach Mike Neighbors is joining the Los Angeles Sparks of the WNBA. He resigned as the Arkansas coach on March 11th. He will be reunited in LA with a former player, Kelsey Plum, who he coached to a Final Four... Read More.

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UAPB Studying Sustainable Aqua-based Live Food Strategies for Poultry Industry

Thursday, March 27 by Alex Bivens

The School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (SAFHS) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is studying Artemia franciscana, a species of brine shrimp, as a sustainable and nutritionally rich ingredient for both aquaculture and poultry feeds, Dr. Yathish Ramena, interim... Read More.

Barbara Dunn discusses upgrades and upcoming events for the Pine Bluff Convention Center

Wednesday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

Since becoming the Executive Director of the Pine Bluff Convention Center Barbara Dunn has dug in and gone to work to help make improvements that will attract more business to the Convention Center. Offices have seen upgrades to include painting, new furniture, and other amenities... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Department investigating pharmacy burglaries

Wednesday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is investigating two coordinated pharmacy burglaries that occurred early Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Both incidents involved suspects using similar methods, including forced entry, disabled or ineffective alarms, and crawling to avoid detection. First Incident – 2302 W. 28th Ave. Around 4:12... Read More.

Woman killed after registered sex offender runs from Arkansas State Police

Wednesday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

A 29-year-old Memphis woman died as a result of injuries she sustained in a wreck following a high-speed pursuit on eastbound Interstate 40. On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, an Arkansas State Police (ASP) Trooper observed a white Dodge Ram pickup truck committing a traffic violation... Read More.

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UAPB Welcomes Dr. Trina Fletcher as Associate Dean and Professor to the School of Arts and Sciences

Wednesday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) welcomes Dr. Trina L. Fletcher (’08) as the Associate Dean for the School of Arts and Sciences and an Associate Professor of Engineering and Industrial Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering. She returned to UAPB after receiving... Read More.

United Way Director Jason Duren discussed how the recent changes will impact the organization

Wednesday, March 26 by Alex Bivens

Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013 and this week with Jennifer Lipp sitting in for Morning Show host Greg Horne. Lipp mentioned the changes which occurred earlier this week in the leadership of both the police and fire departments and asked Executive Director... Read More.

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A $75k bond was set for a man being charged with aggravated residential burglary

Wednesday, March 26 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $75,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of breaking into a house and firing a shot inside it. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Steve Hines, 27,... Read More.

A $10k cash only bond was set for a PB man being charged with theft by receiving

Wednesday, March 26 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $10,000 cash only bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man arrested after a vehicle he was driving had been reported stolen. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Dale Goodloe,... Read More.

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City comments on Shirley Warrior named interim Police Chief of the Pine Bluff Police Department

Tuesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: The City of Pine Bluff has released the following information about the change of police chief: The City of Pine Bluff announces the separation of Police Chief Denise Richardson. Chief Richardson has served with dedication and commitment to the safety and well-being of our... Read More.

Jacksonville man killed in Little Rock officer-involved shooting

Tuesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of Willie Joe Larry-Purdiman, 23, of Jacksonville. The incident occurred on Monday, March 24, 2025, at approximately 3 p.m. in the 7900 block of Baseline Road... Read More.

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