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Pine Bluff man arrested after gun found in possession at local hospital

Wednesday, February 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

A Pine Bluff man was arrested after a gun was found in his possession while being admitted to Jefferson Regional.According to the probable cause affidavit by Detective Lt. Derrick Neal, Deputy Prosecutor Joe West explained what occurred before Stacy Kennedy, 48 was arrested.Due to... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for Pine Bluff man on gun possession charge and theft

Wednesday, February 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

A $25,000 bond was set for a Pine Bluff man previously convicted of felonies after a gun was found during a traffic stop.Reading from a probable cause affidavit by Detective Kevin Kirk of the Pine Bluff Police Department, Deputy Prosecutor Joe West said that... Read More.

WHSD Board approves district updates

Tuesday, February 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

The White Hall School Board met for their monthly meeting to discuss several items on their agenda. The board approved five considerations in reference to policy updates and updates around the district.Those considerations approved included bids for HVAC Maintenance Preventative, the ASBA Board Policy... Read More.

Sheridan Mayor talks city growth and plans for city

Tuesday, February 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

Sheridan has its first new Mayor in many years and the new Mayor is settling into his new position. Cain Nattin joined Rick Walker on Sunrise Deltaplex to talk about vision.Rick asked him how Sheridan is going to prepare for a booming growth period that... Read More.

SEARK President talks finalist for dean of students and athletic director position

Tuesday, February 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

Southeast Arkansas College has identified three people as finalists for the position of dean of students and athletic director and for the next three days will be interviewing them. SEARK President Dr. Steven Bloomberg discussed each of the three candidates during an appearance on the... Read More.

Ward One Council Member addresses grocery store concerns

Tuesday, February 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

Ward One recently lost its main grocery store, Super One Foods which recently closed at the end of 2022, and the community in that area now has to commute to other parts of the city for their groceries.Ward One Council Member LaTisha Brunson joined... Read More.

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White Hall School District Superintendent discusses Governors education proposal

Tuesday, February 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

With much talk around the state about what Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is proposing for education, Deltaplex News decided to ask someone who will be affected. Gary Williams, the Superintendent of the White Hall School District was a guest on the oldies 1013 morning show... Read More.

ASC announces two exhibitions celebrating and bringing blues to life

Wednesday, February 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

Celebrating the Delta and its surrounding area’s rich musical heritage, two exhibitions highlight the pioneers who brought the blues to life. A Cast of Blues features 15 resin-cast masks of blues legends created by artist Sharon McConnell-Dickerson, as well as 15 color photographs of... Read More.

Director of Convention Center discusses plans for new hotel

Wednesday, February 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Wednesday, the director of the Pine Bluff Convention Center talked about the news that financing has been arranged for the hotel that will be attached to the building he runs. Joseph McCorvey appeared on Talk Back Live with Floyd Donald and said in the... Read More.

Puppy Bowl to feature puppies from Arkansas

Wednesday, February 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

While many finally tuned athletes will be trying to bring home the Lombardi Trophy in the Super Bowl this Sunday, others will try for the Lombarky Trophy. This year's version of the Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet will have an Arkansas feel. Four puppies rescued... Read More.

Go Forward Pine Bluff CEO talks details on hotel finalization

Wednesday, February 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

The hotel will be located at the site of the former Plaza Hotel which will be torn down. On Oldies 1013 morning show Wednesday, Go Forward CEO Ryan Wately was asked if plans for the new hotel had been finalized.Watley went on to say this.He... Read More.

UAPB Students and Alumnus featured at ASC’s Art Night on the Block

Wednesday, February 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

The ARTSpace on Main Street in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is currently the home to the UAPB 2023 Senior Art Exhibition through Thursday, February 9, 2023. The community is invited to attend, and gallery admission is free. The UAPB Seniors whose works are on exhibition... Read More.