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Entergy Arkansas announces new program to benefit HBCU’s including UAPB

Wednesday, April 2 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Entergy Arkansas recently launched a new initiative – The Power of Prosperity – a partnership to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) while simultaneously providing students with additional educational opportunities to empower them to build generational wealth. This 10-year, $20... Read More.

Arkansas State Police Interstate Criminal Patrol wins top honors at Gulf Coast Awards

Wednesday, April 2 by Luke Matheson

BILOXI, MISS. – The Arkansas State Police's Interstate Criminal Patrol (ICP) team received multiple accolades, including Agency of the Year, Officer of the Year, and Largest Cash Seizure at the Gulf Coast High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Awards in Biloxi, Miss., on April 1,... Read More.

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New Arkansas prison faces setback in legislature

Wednesday, April 2 by Ray King

By ANDREW DEMILLO and KIM CHANDLER LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A plan to build a 3,000-inmate prison in Arkansas hit a roadblock in the state Senate on Tuesday, while the Alabama Legislature gave final approval to ensure funding for another mega-prison. The Republican governors in both states... Read More.

UAPB Senior Receives Scholarship from the Arkansas Rice Council

Tuesday, April 1 by Alex Bivens

Olivia Duncan, a senior majoring in agriculture – agronomy at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, was recently awarded a $2,500 scholarship from the Arkansas Rice Council. Duncan, originally from Marianna, Arkansas, currently works as an intern for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agriculture... Read More.

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Hosts Lion Fever Day for Prospective Students on Friday April 4

Monday, March 31 by Alex Bivens

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will be hosting “Lion Fever Day” on Friday, April 4, an event designed to introduce potential students to the campus. Justin Harmon from UAPB was asked about it when he appeared on the Oldies 10113 Morning Show. Morning Show... Read More.

Arkansas Economic Development Commission Director discusses economic gains in Arkansas

Friday, March 28 by Luke Matheson

Each month we here at Deltaplex News have had the opportunity to talk economic shop with Clint O'Neal, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. He started off our latest discussion with a look at some recent economic gains in Arkansas, including the... Read More.

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JCSO recovers human remains in the Arkansas River

Thursday, March 27 by Luke Matheson

On March 27, 2025, at approximately 5:30 pm, the Metropolitan Emergency Communication Association received a phone call from a citizen reporting possible human remains on the bank of the Arkansas River in the area of Knotts Island. Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) Deputies arrived shortly... Read More.

Arkansas State takes down UCA, 12-2 (7)

Thursday, March 27 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State secured a decisive 12-2 victory over Central Arkansas at Bear Stadium, improving their record to 11-13 overall and 2-4 in the Sun Belt Conference. Wil French initiated the scoring with a home run, setting the tone for the game. Cooper Garrison, making his... Read More.

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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.

Arkansas Access to Justice and Delta Justice Center Partner to Create Free Legal Services Directory

Monday, March 24 by Luke Matheson

The Delta Justice Center is partnering with Arkansas Access to Justice to compile and produce a directory of free legal resource providers throughout the state. This resource will be available for Arkansans who are interested in applying for legal services and serve as a comprehensive... Read More.

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Out of state online casinos would be banned under proposed legislation in Arkansas

Friday, March 21 by Ray King

Legislation to outlaw out-of-state casinos from operating online in Arkansas was introduced in the Arkansas legislature Wednesday. The bills in the Arkansas House of Representatives and Senate would require online gaming and sports betting to be operated only by the three casinos in the state,... Read More.

Southeast Arkansas College addresses dangerous fire outbreak off of Hwy 104

Wednesday, March 19 by Alex Bivens

SEARK College President Dr. Jackson has sent an email to students and staff explaining that they will be monitoring the situation. Students and staff are encouraged to contact friends and family. This is a developing story and will be updated as soon as more information... Read More.

Stories tagged with: arkansas

Entergy Arkansas announces new program to benefit HBCU’s including UAPB

Arkansas State Police Interstate Criminal Patrol wins top honors at Gulf Coast Awards

New Arkansas prison faces setback in legislature

UAPB Senior Receives Scholarship from the Arkansas Rice Council

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Hosts Lion Fever Day for Prospective Students on Friday April 4

Arkansas Economic Development Commission Director discusses economic gains in Arkansas

JCSO recovers human remains in the Arkansas River

Arkansas State takes down UCA, 12-2 (7)

Woman killed after registered sex offender runs from Arkansas State Police

Arkansas Access to Justice and Delta Justice Center Partner to Create Free Legal Services Directory

Out of state online casinos would be banned under proposed legislation in Arkansas

Southeast Arkansas College addresses dangerous fire outbreak off of Hwy 104

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