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PHILLEY NAMED GAC PITCHER OF THE WEEK

Wednesday, March 31 by Laron Marbley

PHILLEY NAMED GAC PITCHER OF THE WEEKConnor McGinnis RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. - Sophomore left-handed pitcher Mason Philley garnered Great American Conference Pitcher of the Week honors, the league office announced Monday. Philley earned the recognition after striking out 15 to pick up his first win of... Read More.

Senator Boozman opposes American Rescue Plan

Wednesday, March 31 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King In addition to promoting Arkansas residents getting the COVID-19 vaccine, the State’s senior senator, John Boozman on Wednesday talked about his opposition to the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan that passed in the U.S. Senate with no Republican Party votes, and his... Read More.

‘Mirror, Mirror, on the wall: A Virtual Fractured Fairy Tale’ streams this week

Wednesday, March 31 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyThe Arts and Science Center is preparing to stream their first virtual children's play, 'Mirror, Mirror, on the wall: A Virtual Fractured Fairy Tale' from April 1st-4th at 7 p.m. The Director of the play Kayla Earnest-Lake described her vision and motivation... Read More.

UAPB Union Programming Board hosts first event on campus

Wednesday, March 31 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Union Programming Board hosted one of their annual 'Trap n Paint' events for the first time this semester on Wednesday afternoon in front of the L.A. Davis Student Union building.The advisor for the Union Programming... Read More.

UAMS to host virtual Parkinson’s disease forum

Wednesday, March 31 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — On April 11, UAMS Health will host its sixth annual forum – this time virtually -- to discuss Parkinson’s disease.The Sunday event will run from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and is open to Parkinson’s patients, their caregivers and family members,... Read More.

Mayor: Mask mandate stays in city buildings

Wednesday, March 31 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington on Wednesday said in a statement that the city will still require face coverings, despite Governor Asa Hutchinson’s decision to lift the statewide mask mandate.Here is Washington’s statement.In response to the governor lifting the state-wide mask mandate, the City... Read More.

Sheridan’s Williams finalist for Searcy Superintendent’s job

Wednesday, March 31 by Ray King

Sheridan School Superintendent Jerrod Williams, who has been in the position since 2014 is a finalist for the superintendent’s position in the Searcy School District.According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, Williams was one of four people recommended for the position by McPherson and Jacobson,... Read More.

Dollarway Cardinals’ Okojie Signs National Letter of Intent

Wednesday, March 31 by Laron Marbley

Dollarway Cardinals' Okojie Signs National Letter of IntentDollarway senior Prince Okojie signed his National Letter of Intent earlier this month to play collegiate football next season. He will be traveling to Grand Rapids Minnesota to play for Itasca Community College in the fall.Okojie did... Read More.

Legislators approve overhaul of Medicaid expansion

Wednesday, March 31 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers on Tuesday gave final approval to Gov. Asa Hutchinson’s plan to overhaul the state’s Medicaid expansion by encouraging work by recipients rather than requiring it.The House voted 64-34 for the legislation, sending it to the Republican governor’s... Read More.

Senator Boozman stressed the importance of COVID-19 vaccine

Wednesday, March 31 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Arkansas’ senior senator John Boozman stressed the importance of getting the coronavirus vaccine during a trip to Pine Bluff Wednesday. Boozman talked to Deltaplex News about what he called his Shots in the Arm tour over the Easter congressional break, then went to... Read More.

Pine Bluff man arrested after allegedly catching thief

Wednesday, March 31 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Monday after he allegedly shot at another man who was allegedly stealing parts from vehicles, then hit the man in the head and held him captive before calling the police.Kevin Langel, 49, will have to post... Read More.

Community Garden Dedication hosted by Barraque Street Missionary Baptist

Tuesday, March 30 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyIn light of the pandemic, community and churches have become more focused on health and wellness and even more interested in producing food and fruit/vegetable produce traditionally. Barraque Street Missionary Baptist Church located on 1811 W Pullen Avenue is hosting a Community... Read More.

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