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Interim Athletics Director Named; Peterson Announces Retirement

Monday, February 15 by Laron Marbley

Interim Athletics Director Named; Peterson Announces Retirement PINE BLUFF, Ark. – Effective Monday, Feb. 15, Vice Chancellor and Athletics Director Chris Peterson will retire from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB). Executive Senior Associate Athletics Director Chris Robinson will become Interim AD effective Tuesday,... Read More.

Pine Bluff City offices closed thru Wednesday, Mayor delays State of the City address

Monday, February 15 by Greg

Due to inclement weather, the Mayor's office says the "State of the City Address" previously scheduled for Feb. 18 at 6 pm, will be postponed until a later date. An alternative date will be announced soon. Additionally, the Pine Bluff City Hall and City... Read More.

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Winter storm update Monday February 15th from Entergy

Monday, February 15 by Greg

Extremely cold weather continues to impact the state, and Entergy Arkansas needs your help. While we are working hard to address any power problems that occur, please take action now to help keep the power flowing. Reduce the strain on the electric system by immediately... Read More.

UAPB Athletics cancellations

Monday, February 15 by Greg

Due to current inclement weather and forecast projections in the coming days in Central Arkansas, upcoming University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff athletics events have been postponed: Tuesday’s home volleyball match vs. Miss. Valley Wednesday’s home basketball doubleheader vs. Alcorn Wednesday’s home soccer match... Read More.

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Rolling electrical outages possible

Monday, February 15 by Greg

Little Rock, Ark. — Feb. 15, 2021 — The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas ask members to immediately limit the use of electric service through the next 24 hours to ensure that members will continue to receive at least a minimum of electric service. Additional... Read More.

Tuesday closings and changes

Sunday, February 14 by Greg

Tuesday February 16, 2021 closings. We will be adding as official word comes from districts White Hall schools will be virtual thru Wednesday. Rison schools will be virtua thru Friday. Sheridan schools will be virtual thru Wednesday. SEARK College virtual learning only Monday and Tuesday Stuttgart schools will be... Read More.

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Council to name members of drag racing committee Tuesday

Sunday, February 14 by Ray King

By Ray King The Pine Bluff City Council on Tuesday will vote on individuals who are being recommended for appointment to an ad hoc committee to study the feasibility of a drag strip racing facility for Pine Bluff. The council will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday... Read More.

COVID hospitalizations drop in state

Sunday, February 14 by Ray King

ITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The number of people hospitalized in Arkansas with the coronavirus fell below 700 on Saturday, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. There were 690 virus hospitalizations, 22 fewer than Friday, the department reported, while the number of reported virus... Read More.

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Westerman encourages COVID-19 vaccination

Sunday, February 14 by Ray King

As we cross the one-year mark in fighting the global Coronavirus pandemic, we can see a light at the end of the tunnel. Thanks to the great work of Operation Warp Speed, we have multiple safe and effective vaccines available to the public. I... Read More.

UAPB adjust athletics schedule for weather

Saturday, February 13 by Greg

With frigid weather and snow forecasted for Central Arkansas over the next several days, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has made changes to the upcoming athletics schedule: Sunday’s home volleyball match against Jackson State has moved to Thursday, Feb. 25 at 5... Read More.

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Black History Month in Pine Bluff and what it means to residents

Friday, February 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and it is a time to recognize African Americans' central role in U.S. History. Historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association for the study of... Read More.

Monticello Downtown Network gets money for COVID-19 relief

Friday, February 12 by Ray King

The Arkansas Historical Preservation Fund has awarded money to the Monticello Downtown Network to help small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, the Downtown Network includes the town square and off the square in each direction. The money must... Read More.

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