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Governor approves $500,000 to fund food banks in state as federal government shutdown continues

Friday, October 31 by Ray King

Gov. Sanders announced a $500,000 allocation to six food bank networks across Arkansas to address potential food shortages as the federal government shutdown continues. The funds, secured through emergency action from the Arkansas Legislative Council chairs, will be distributed equally among the food banks starting... Read More.

The Power of Food Education: UAPB Chef Educator Highlights International Chefs Day, Nutrition Cafés

Thursday, October 9 by Alex Bivens

International Chefs Day, marked on Oct. 20, is more than a celebration of the culinary profession – it is a reminder of food’s power to educate, nourish and inspire, according to Dr. W. Jinnings Burruss Jr., assistant professor of food service and restaurant management... Read More.

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Walmart to remove synthetic food dyes, other substances

Monday, October 6 by Ray King

NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart said Wednesday that it plans to remove synthetic food dyes and 30 other ingredients, including some preservatives, artificial sweeteners and fat substitutes, from its store brands sold in the United States by January 2027. The move announced by the the nation’s largest... Read More.

Delta Network Food Bank Seeks Community Support Amid Growing Demand

Thursday, August 28 by Luke Matheson

Jacqueline Ross was the guest Wednesday on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show as a part of the United Way. Ross represents Delta Network Food Bank and she said it is becoming harder to keep products in the food bank to meet all of the current... Read More.

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United Way Day Highlights Community Support at White Hall Food Pantry

Thursday, August 21 by Luke Matheson

Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013 and this week Krystal Stafford was joined by Susan Wolf, the coordinator of the White Hall Food Pantry who was asked how long the food pantry has been associated with the United Way. Morning Show host Greg... Read More.

Rise in EBT Theft Leaves Vulnerable Arkansan’s Without Food Assistance

Monday, July 28 by Luke Matheson

A growing wave of Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) theft is leaving many Arkansans—especially the most vulnerable—without access to the funds they rely on for groceries. According to recent reports, scammers are stealing money from EBT accounts without the recipient’s knowledge and spending those funds... Read More.

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Big Banjo Pizza Named Finalist for 2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame

Friday, June 27 by Luke Matheson

Big Banjo Pizza, a beloved local favorite in Pine Bluff, has been named a finalist for the 2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame, a prestigious statewide honor recognizing culinary excellence and heritage. The Arkansas Food Hall of Fame, created and managed by Arkansas Heritage, allows... Read More.

JRMC celebrates Hospital Week, capped off with Food Truck Friday

Wednesday, May 14 by Rick Walker

Throughout the country, hospitals are celebrating their own by taking part in National Hospital Week and Jefferson Regional is not different. Jamie McCombs, the Director of Marketing at JRMC, told Deltaplex News how important this week is in their calendar On Friday, the public is... Read More.

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UAPB Human Sciences Graduate Prepares to Pursue Ph.D., Contribute to Global Food Security

Wednesday, May 7 by Alex Bivens

As she nears graduation, Madison Purifoy, a University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff student majoring in nutrition and food science, reflects on her scholastic journey. She said her decision to enroll in the UAPB Department of Human Sciences was motivated by a strong desire... Read More.

UAPB Studying Sustainable Aqua-based Live Food Strategies for Poultry Industry

Thursday, March 27 by Alex Bivens

The School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (SAFHS) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is studying Artemia franciscana, a species of brine shrimp, as a sustainable and nutritionally rich ingredient for both aquaculture and poultry feeds, Dr. Yathish Ramena, interim... Read More.

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Aquaponics in the Classroom: UAPB’s Innovative Approach to Alleviating Food Insecurity

Tuesday, March 25 by Alex Bivens

Food insecurity is a significant public health issue that requires immediate attention, Dr. Karleah Harris, associate professor for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Department of Human Sciences, said. To help combat this challenge, UAPB has partnered with Watson Chapel Junior High... Read More.

UAMS and Walmart joining forces to increase access to nutritious food

Monday, March 17 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Walmart are collaborating to increase access to nutritious food across Arkansas. Through the collaboration, participants in select research projects at the UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation will receive Walmart Wellness Benefit cards... Read More.

Stories tagged with: food

Governor approves $500,000 to fund food banks in state as federal government shutdown continues

The Power of Food Education: UAPB Chef Educator Highlights International Chefs Day, Nutrition Cafés

Walmart to remove synthetic food dyes, other substances

Delta Network Food Bank Seeks Community Support Amid Growing Demand

United Way Day Highlights Community Support at White Hall Food Pantry

Rise in EBT Theft Leaves Vulnerable Arkansan’s Without Food Assistance

Big Banjo Pizza Named Finalist for 2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame

JRMC celebrates Hospital Week, capped off with Food Truck Friday

UAPB Human Sciences Graduate Prepares to Pursue Ph.D., Contribute to Global Food Security

UAPB Studying Sustainable Aqua-based Live Food Strategies for Poultry Industry

Aquaponics in the Classroom: UAPB’s Innovative Approach to Alleviating Food Insecurity

UAMS and Walmart joining forces to increase access to nutritious food

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