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CEO of Go Forward Pine Bluff talks downtown restaurants

Thursday, August 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Tuesday, the Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency voted unanimously to approve an architectural firm to work on two properties in the 300 block of Main Street that could become restaurants. Ryan Watley, the CEO of Go Forward Pine Bluff, appeared on the Oldies 101.3... Read More.

Lincoln County JP’s say no to alcohol permit

Thursday, August 19 by Ray King

The Lincoln County Quorum Court on Monday rejected a request from the owners of a Star City restaurant to approve a beer and wine only permit for the business. Justin and Tenecia Mills, the owners of Smokin’ Mills Steakhouse and BBQ, located in the Country... Read More.

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UAPB awarded $6.1 million grant to establish institute for virus research

Thursday, August 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff announced in a press release that they have been awarded $6.1 million to establish a research institute focused on virology and virus ecology. As a sub-awardee on the National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, UAPB will serve as a... Read More.

State hospitalizations from COVID drop slightly

Thursday, August 19 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas reported 26 new COVID-19 deaths Wednesday as the state’s hospitalizations from the virus dropped slightly for the second day in a row. The Department of Health said total deaths from the virus since the pandemic began now totals 6,565.... Read More.

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Ordinance on vacant buildings gets first reading at council meeting

Wednesday, August 18 by Ray King

By Ray King During its meeting Monday, the Pine Bluff City Council heard the first reading of a proposed amendment to the city’s existing ordinance dealing with nuisances by adding a section dealing with vacant buildings. The proposed amendment said vacant buildings are detrimental to surrounding... Read More.

Photo sends White Hall High into temporary lockdown

Wednesday, August 18 by Ray King

White Hall High School was placed on a temporary lockdown Wednesday morning after a photo was circulated among students. White Hall Police responded to the campus and Chief Greg Shapiro told Deltaplex News that they determined there were no threats to students or school property. Shapiro... Read More.

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Council approves resolution for downtown development

Wednesday, August 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King By a vote of 5-2 on Monday, the Pine Bluff City Council approved a resolution supporting the development and construction of a restaurant and retail district at Sixth Avenue and Main Street. The area is across the street from the Pine Bluff/Jefferson County... Read More.

Lincoln County judge talks roads

Wednesday, August 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Lincoln County Judge Buddy Earnest said Tuesday that while taking care of county roads is not his only responsibility, it is the one that most of the county’s residents are concerned about. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show, Earnest said there are... Read More.

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Hospitalizations from COVID drop, 41 more deaths reported

Wednesday, August 18 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas on Tuesday reported 41 more COVID-19 deaths as the number of people hospitalized from the virus dropped. The Department of Health reported the state’s deaths from COVID-19 since the pandemic began now totals 6,539. The state’s COVID-19 hospitalizations decreased... Read More.

UAPB Men Hoops Loads 2021-22 Roster with Impeccable Skillset

Wednesday, August 18 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Men Hoops Loads 2021-22 Roster with Impeccable Skillset Kalan Hooks PINE BLUFF, AR - Since the arrival of first-year UAPB head men's basketball Solomon Bozeman, his recruitment and additions made to the Golden Lions basketball team have been astonishing and will change the way... Read More.

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No. 13 Razorback Soccer Split as Favorite in Pre-season SEC Poll/Six on Watchlist

Wednesday, August 18 by Laron Marbley

No. 13 Razorback Soccer Split as Favorite in Pre-season SEC Poll/Six on Watchlist The Arkansas Soccer team has been ranked 13th in the country according to this year's pre-season poll, and picked as co-favorites, along with #9 Texas A&M, to win this years' SEC regular... Read More.

County Judge discusses new buildings and bank help

Wednesday, August 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson on Wednesday said that construction on the new Veteran’s Service Center, Coroner’s Office, and Jefferson County Health Department are all about 70 percent complete. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show, Robinson said he told representatives of the... Read More.

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CEO of Go Forward Pine Bluff talks downtown restaurants

Lincoln County JP’s say no to alcohol permit

UAPB awarded $6.1 million grant to establish institute for virus research

State hospitalizations from COVID drop slightly

Ordinance on vacant buildings gets first reading at council meeting

Photo sends White Hall High into temporary lockdown

Council approves resolution for downtown development

Lincoln County judge talks roads

Hospitalizations from COVID drop, 41 more deaths reported

UAPB Men Hoops Loads 2021-22 Roster with Impeccable Skillset

No. 13 Razorback Soccer Split as Favorite in Pre-season SEC Poll/Six on Watchlist

County Judge discusses new buildings and bank help

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