- Deltaplex News

Applications Now Being Accepted for AgDiscovery 2023 at UAPB

Wednesday, February 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) News, applications are now being accepted for AgDiscovery, a residential career and science exploration program for teens with the School of Agriculture. The program is scheduled for June 10-23 on the universities campus and... Read More.

Funding for convention center hotel approved

Wednesday, February 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

Plans for the hotel located at the Pine Bluff Convention Center received a big boost Tuesday when the Urban Renewal Agency agreed to contribute nearly $3 million to the project. That action sparked a special called meeting of the Pine Bluff City Council which voted... Read More.

Cleveland County School District Superintendent talks power outages; road conditions

Tuesday, February 7 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Tuesday, C & L Electric Coop reported that about 2,000 of the 3,600 customers it serves in Cleveland County were still without power as a result of the ice storm last week. Craig DuPuy, the Superintendent of the Cleveland County School District talked with... Read More.

Monticello Mayor annouces informal conference to discuss recent ice strom response

Monday, February 6 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Mayor’s Office of Monticello announced Monday that they will be hosting an informal conference at the Monticello City Hall in the council chambers on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. The purpose of getting together will be to discuss the local government’s response... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge explains debris clean up

Monday, February 6 by Deseray Mckinzy

Several thousand people in Jefferson County remained without power Monday but according to County Judge Gerald Robinson, “the roads are in pretty good shape.” Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Robinson said this.He said county road personnel are now working to clear the debris... Read More.

Washington talks updates on progress to recover city after winter storm

Friday, February 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington opened a warming center for the community earlier this week to help keep people warm that may have lost power or are without shelter. That warming center lasted until 8 am Friday, and Washington joined the Oldies 1013 Morning... Read More.

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Lincoln County Judge talks trees on roads and gasoline supply

Friday, February 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

Lincoln County Judge Buddy Lynn Earnest on Friday talked about the road situation in his county, particularly falling trees on roadways and power lines. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Earnest said this.Morning show host Greg Horne asked Earnest what officials from C&L Electric... Read More.

White Hall Superintendent talks about ice storm effects on district

Friday, February 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

Students in Pine Bluff and Jefferson County spent a fourth day this week away from the classrooms as a result of several rounds of the ice storm and on Friday, White Hall School District Superintendent Gary Williams was asked about that. Appearing on the Oldies... Read More.

Tyson Foods announces new benefits for employees

Friday, February 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

Workers at Arkansas based Tyson Foods are going to be enjoying some new benefits. Rick Walker has this report..

Pine Bluff Wastewater Utility Manager talks services and equipment improvements

Friday, February 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

Pine Bluff Wastewater Utility Manager Ken Johnson on Wednesday reported that two of the 57 wastewater pumping stations that serve Pine Bluff have problems with power. Appearing on Talk Back Live with Floyd Donald, Johnson said this.He said one of the stations serves the Golf... Read More.

Winter Weather Closings/Delayed Openings for Friday, February 3

Thursday, February 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

Here is list of closings and delayed openings for Friday, February3. Schools will utilize AMI instruction for the school day. Cleveland County School District - AMI DayFordyce - AMI DayPine Bluff - AMI DaySheridan - AMI DayStar City - AMI DayWatson Chapel - AMI DayWhite... Read More.

Washington talks efforts to keep streets clear and manage power outages

Thursday, February 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

Due to the winter weather conditions in the Deltaplex, Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington mentioned that there have been a few fallen trees and power outages but with the help of the Pine Bluff Street Department and Entergy those areas are or have already... Read More.