Red Cross seeks volunteers
The American Red Cross Volunteer Recruitment Roadshow will make two stops in Greater Arkansas:
March 1 — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,Walmart Supercenter, 5501 S. Olive St., Pine Bluff.
March 5 — American Red Cross of Greater Arkansas, 2610 S. Shackleford Road, Ste B., Little Rock.
Volunteers are on the front line providing essential services such as emergency shelter, food and emotional support, according to a news release.
Independent reporting for Pine Bluff & Jefferson County since 1879.
The roadshow informs the community about Red Cross resources and volunteer opportunities. Visitors will meet people and learn how their time and talents can help those in need.
Interested volunteers may complete a short application on-site and receive a free gift, while supplies last.
Details: redcross.org.
UAPB fellowship, line dancing set
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff/AM&N National Alumni Association Inc. will host “Can We Talk?” Student and Alumni Fellowship and Line Dancing from 6-8 p.m. March 12 at the UAPB Stem Building.
“This event is a unique opportunity for alumni to engage with current students, share valuable insights, and celebrate our Golden Lion legacy together,” according to a news release.
“Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends or meeting the next generation of UAPB leaders, your presence would mean the world to us.”
RSVP by March 10 to ensure your place is reserved. For registration or other details visit https://www.facebook.com/uapbalumniassn/ or contact Joy Matthews, (501) 891-2226 or jnrm84@gmail.com.
Small craft advisory lifted
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lifted the small craft advisory for the Arkansas River on Monday. Small craft advisories are issued when flows reach 70,000 cubic feet per second.
Flows have dropped below the 70,000 cubic feet threshold however, USACE officials urge boaters to always exercise caution when on the river, according to a news release.
Before setting out in a pleasure craft, dress for the weather, check flow conditions, file a float plan with friends or family, always wear a life jacket and give commercial towboats an extra wide berth for safety’s sake.
They are heavier than freight trains and not nearly as maneuverable as pleasure boats. It can take a towboat more than a half-mile to stop.
Daily river information is available atwww.swl-wc.usace.army.mil.
WBU names locals to honors’ lists
Williams Baptist University of Walnut Ridge has named students on the President’s and Dean’s lists for the 2024 fall semester.
Southeast Arkansas residents include:
DEAN’S LIST
Kyrah Banister; Caleb Brown; DeWitt.
PRESIDENT’S LIST
Lonna Thomas; Pine Bluff.
The President’s List includes full-time students who achieved a 4.0 grade point average, while the Dean’s List consists of those with at least a 3.5 GPA.
Electric Cooperatives set Spelling Bee
The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas will host the 2025 Arkansas State Spelling Bee at 10 a.m. March 8 at the Vines Center in Little Rock. The event is open to the public.
One winner from each participating county will compete in the statewide spelling bee.
The Arkansas winner will proceed to The Scripps National Spelling Bee, the nation’s largest and longest-running educational program, according to a news release.
Last year’s winner Ryan Fan, 11, of Fayetteville won the title of 2024 Arkansas State Spelling Bee Champion with the word, “predominant.”
The purpose of the Scripps National Spelling Bee is to help students improve their spelling, increase their vocabularies, learn concepts and develop correct English usage that will help them throughout their lives.
Details: www.aecc.com/spellingbee.