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Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioner Bill Jones discussed the three phase project

Thursday, January 9 by Deltaplex Staff

This is the second of three stories about plans by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to create a water trail along the Bayou Bartholomew waterway. Game and Fish Commissioner and Pine Bluff native Bill Jones talks about the three phases of the project.Jones... Read More.

Reported crime in Pine Bluff down and homicides show near 43 percent drop compared to 2023

Wednesday, January 8 by Ray King

By Ray KingReported crime in Pine Bluff in 2024 was 9-percent lower than the 2023 figure, and murders were down almost 43 percent.According to department figures, there were 3,378 total crimes last year or 335 fewer than the 3,713 reported in 2023.In Chief Denise... Read More.

United Way Director Jason Duren discussed warming center

Wednesday, January 8 by Deltaplex Staff

Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013 and this week director Jason Duren talked about volunteering at the One Bluff Warming Center which opened in the Opportunity House, located at 1305 E. 6th Tuesday night.Duren said the center is seeking support from community organizations,... Read More.

Arkansas Producers Attend 82nd Professional Agricultural Workers Conference, UAPB Educator Remembered

Wednesday, January 8 by Deltaplex Staff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Small Farm Program recently took 25 local producers to the 82nd Professional Agricultural Workers Conference organized by Tuskegee University in Montgomery, Alabama, Dr. Henry English, director for the UAPB program, said. UAPB Extension educators were also... Read More.

Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioner Bill Jones advocates for Bayou Bartholomew Water Trail

Wednesday, January 8 by Deltaplex Staff

Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioner and Pine Bluff native Bill Jones briefed the Jefferson County Quorum Court Tuesday on a proposed project to create a water trail on the Bayou Bartholomew. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show, Jones was asked where the project was... Read More.

Common Ground Ministries opens warming shelter

Wednesday, January 8 by Luke Matheson

Common Ground Ministries located just outside of Pine Bluff has opened a warming shelter for anyone that needs shelter during the expected winter storm.Paul Benarbachian, Director of Common Ground Ministries, tells Deltaplex News that the shelter is open and welcome to anyone in need... Read More.

Emergency Ambulance Service, Inc. Welcomes Two New Leaders to the Team

Wednesday, January 8 by Luke Matheson

Emergency Ambulance Service, Inc. is excited to announce two exceptional additions to its leadership team: Dwayne Aalseth, who will join us as the Director of Operations, and Clyde McDaniel, who will step into the role of Operations Supervisor.Dwayne Aalseth brings a wealth of experience... Read More.

Pine Bluff Unites to Shield Community from Winters Wrath with New Warming Center

Tuesday, January 7 by Greg

In response to the dangerously cold temperatures and with a steadfast commitment to community health and safety, the City of Pine Bluff is announcing the opening of a warming center. This initiative underscores the City's dedication to protecting vulnerable populations during extreme weather conditions. In partnership... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court Delays Key Procedures Decision to Address Budget Dispute

Tuesday, January 7 by Greg

By Ray KingLegislation to adopt procedures for the Jefferson County Quorum Court for the next two years was put off until Monday during the first meeting of the year for the county’s legislative body, Tuesday. The procedures ordinance was the first and only item on... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Robinson disussed the next Quorum Court meeting

Tuesday, January 7 by Deltaplex Staff

The Jefferson County Quorum Court was expected to discuss the adoption of an ordinance establishing rules and procedures for their meetings when committees meet Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. If they recommend approval of those rules and procedures, the full court will vote on them on... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson discusses 2025 budget

Tuesday, January 7 by Deltaplex Staff

Committees of the Jefferson County Quorum Court will meet for the first time Tuesday beginning at 5:30 p.m. and Count Judge Gerald Robinson was asked Monday if he expected anything different and if count employees will be paid Jan. 15.Robinson appeared on the Oldies... Read More.

Pine Bluff Council Sets New Committees and Priorities Under Mayor Flowers

Monday, January 6 by Greg

By Ray KingThe first meeting for Pine Bluff Mayor Vivian Flowers went off without a hitch Monday as the council members selected their committees for the next two years, and two rezoning ordinances were read for a second time.Flowers was joined by new council... Read More.

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