Editor’s Note: At press time, the following events and meetings were known to be still scheduled. Organizers or appropriate officials are encouraged to contact Sandra Hope at shope@pbcommercial.com or use our newsroom email pbcnews@pbcommercial.com to make additions or changes.
Saturday, Feb. 14
New Community to open pantry
New Community Church, 321 N. Birch St., will open its pantry from 8-9:30 a.m. Saturday. “Come and receive your blessing,” a spokesman said. The pantry is open to the community. The apostle/pastor is Patrick Lockett Sr.
Pilgrim pantry to be open
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Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, 2507 Hill St., will open its Raven’s Nest Food Pantry Feb. 14 from 8-9:30 a.m. or until all the food has been given away. Food will be given away on a first come, first-served basis. Participants must bring a picture identification. The pantry is a U.S. Department of Agriculture distribution site and equal opportunity provider, according to a news release.
St. John to give away food
St. John AME Church, 1117 W. Pullen St., will provide food boxes to those in need Feb. 14 from 9 a.m. until all food has been distributed. State ID’s are required to receive one box per family. Pickup will be in front of the church on Cherry Street. For safety reasons, recipients are asked to stay in their vehicles and open their trunks, according to a news release.
Funday Printmaking set
The ARTx3 Campus welcomes artist Jonathan Wright for a Valentine-themed printmaking workshop during its next Saturday Family FunDay, from 1-3 p.m. Feb. 14, at the Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas. Families and kids are invited to create their own festive prints while learning techniques from a professional artist. The event is free, and all materials are included. Details: Shakeelah Rahmaan, programs director, at srahmaan@artx3.org or call (870) 536-3375. Webpage: artx3.org/all-events/family-funday-feb-2026.
Beginning Saturday, Feb. 14
UAM group sets free tax filing
The Accounting Society at the University of Arkansas at Monticello will offer Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) events on the first three Saturdays in February. These services provide the community with the opportunity to have simple tax returns completed and filed free. On Feb. 14 and Feb. 21, VITA will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon in classroom 213 in the Babin Business Center on UAM’s Monticello campus. This opportunity is free and open to the public, according to a news release. Taxpayers must bring photo identification and either a Social Security card or a 1099-SSN. If filing jointly, both spouses must be present. Participants should bring all relevant tax documents, such as W-2’s. For more information about the VITA events, contact Becky Phillips, associate professor of accounting at UAM, at phillips@uamont.edu or (870) 460-1111 or contact the UAM School of Business at (870) 460-1041.
Underway
EHC hosting pecan fundraiser
The Jefferson County Extension Homemakers are still selling Mammoth Georgia pecans and chocolate double-dipped peanuts in one-pound bags from the new 2025 crop. These can be bought at the Jefferson County Extension Service, 500 Idaho St., from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The 2025 Holiday Foods Cookbooks are also for sale, according to a news release. Prices include: 1 pound bag Fancy Mammoth pecan halves — $15, 1 pound bag double-dipped chocolate peanuts — $15, and 2025 Holiday Foods Cookbook — $5. Details: Brenda Robinson, Jefferson County EHC president-elect and pecan sale chairman at (870) 540-6970 or Mary Ann Kizer, Jefferson County Extension agent-family and consumer sciences, at (870) 534-1033.
Synergy grant applications available
Synergy Forum Inc. will begin accepting grant applications Feb. 9 for its 2026 grant cycle. Registered non-profit organizations: IRS 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, government agencies, and the hospital in Jefferson County are eligible to apply. Synergy Grants fund projects for the benefit of residents in Jefferson County in the areas of the arts, education and social services, according to a news release. Grant applications should be requested by March 12 completed and submitted on or before 5 p.m. April 13. For grant applications and details, email Amy Hunt at synergyforumgrants@gmail.com.
Booths available for Biz Expo
The Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce will host Business Expo 2026: Christmas in May. Business Expo is the premier event for local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community organizations, according to the Chamber’s news release. Business Expo 2026 will be held May 7 at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. The Business Expo Breakfast will be sponsored by Simmons Bank. Breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. followed by the program at 8 a.m. Tickets are $25 for members, $30 for non-members and a seated table for eight will be $300. The trade show featuring booths of area businesses and non-profits will start with the Business VIP Hour from 9-10 a.m. and will open to public from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Booth fees will be $250 for members amd $360 for non-members. For Expo questions, contact Chamber director Jennifer Kline at jennifer@jeffersoncountyalliance.com or (870) 535-0110.
Sunday, Feb. 15
Church sets Soul Food Sunday
Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 1801 S. Indiana St., will observe Soul Food Sunday at 10 a.m. Sunday. Sunday School begins at 9 a.m. Members and visitors are encouraged to wear African attire on Soul Food Sunday, according to StuffinTheBluff.com. The Rev. Dennis W. Wilson is the pastor.
Union Hopewell honors pastor, wife
Union Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church, 1121 Persimmon St., will celebrate the 12th Pastoral Anniversary honoring the Rev. Antonio Gayden Sr. and wife, Loretta Gayden, at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. The guest speaker will be Clifton A. Conley of Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church in Little Rock. The theme is “Great is Thy Faithfulness” (Lamentations 3:22-23.)
Basketball camp set in PB
RichKrew (Rich Sports) will conduct a basketball camp at the Pine Bluff Community Center, 1000 S. Ash St., on Feb. 15. Co-ed sessions for 5-8th graders will be from 3:30-4:30 p.m. For 9-12th graders, the co-ed session will be from 5-6 p.m., according to a flyer. Registration is free and youth are asked to bring a water bottle and basketball. Trainers will be Greg Courtney Jr., Kelso Alexander, Chris Davis and Thomas McCastle. Detailws: Therichkrew@yahoo.com or (870) 489-1465.
St. John AME hosts Founders’ Day
St. John AME Church, 1117 W. Pullen St., invites the community to its Founders’ Day Celebration at 9:45 a.m. Feb. 15. Bishop Silvester S. Beaman, presiding bishop of the 12th Episcopal District, will be the guest preacher. “This sacred celebration honors the legacy of Richard Allen, founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, and lifts up the enduring witness of faith, justice, and liberation that continues to shape communities today,” according to a news release. The 2026 theme is “Help Us Shift the Atmosphere.” The Rev. Charlene N. Boone is St. John’s pastor.
Bobby Rush to perform in concert
Port City Blues Society will host a special concert appearance by three-time Grammy Award winner, Bobby Rush, and his band. This special edition of the Midtown Blues concert series will be held Feb. 15 at RJ’s Grill & Bar, at 128 S. Main St. Rush will perform in two shows. The doors will open for the first show at 5 p.m. and the second show at 8:30 p.m. Admission is $25. Tickets are being sold in advance. Call (870) 510-1910 to purchase tickets. The Port City Blues Players will open the shows followed by Rush and his band. After each show, Rush will greet and visit with concert goers, according to a news release.
New Community hosts Black History event
New Community Church, 321 N. Birch St., will present a Black History program at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Everyone is invited to attend and wear African attire, if possible. The theme is Our Future, Present and Past Members. “Come join us as we celebrate our future, present and past,” a spokesman said. “As program chair, I would love for all previous members and those who have come through New Community Baptist Church to join us,” said Pamela Neal, program chair. The apostle/pastor is Patrick Lockett Sr.
Monday, Feb. 16
City Wide Mission to meet
The City Wide Mission will be held at at 1 p.m. Feb. 16 at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, where the Rev. R. D. Howard is the pastor. The guest speaker will be Laetta Williams of True Vine E Missionary Baptist Church.
Meeting for caregivers set
Agency on Aging of Southeast Arkansas will hold its Caregivers Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting virtually on Feb. 16 from 11 a.m to noon. The presenters will be Tonya Boyce, a community/faith outreach representative for the Alzheimer’s Association Arkansas Chapter, according to a news release. To join the Microsoft Teams meeting, use this link with Meeting ID: 297 626 237 578 78 and Passcode: vi3QM2yz. Dial in by phone using +1 312-625-2266,,927961662# and phone conference ID: 927 961 662#. Details: Carolyn Ferguson at Area Agency, (870) 543-6309.
Tuesday, Feb. 17
Ivy College Tour Group to meet
The Ivy Center for Education’s 2026 College Tour Group will meet from 6-6:30 p.m. Tuesday on Zoom only. Parents, students and chaperones are encouraged to attend, according to a news release. Use Meeting ID: 856 8296 4187 and Passcode: 351061. Details: mattie1908@gmail.com.
Early voting starts Tuesday
The Arkansas Secretary of State’s Office reminds voters that early voting for Preferential Primary Election races and Nonpartisan General Election races will begin on Tuesday, rather than Monday, due to President’s Day, also known as George Washington’s Birthday and Daisy Gatson Bates Day. The election is March 3. Voters can find information about early voting and sample ballots by visiting the Arkansas Secretary of State’s website or contacting their local county clerk’s office, according to a news release. In accordance with state law, state offices and county courthouses will be closed in observance of the state holiday, so early voting locations will open to voters on Tuesday at their regularly scheduled times and will last through March 2.
Wednesday, Feb. 18
Saracen Casino hosts career fair
Saracen Casino and Resort will host a career fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Saracen Training Center, 2713 E. Harding Ave. Several positions are available, according to a flyer.
Urology Associates set women’s health lunch
Jefferson Regional Urology Associates will host a women’s health lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at the Pine Bluff Country Club. The office invites women to attend a lunch and discussion about women’s health concerns and effecitve treatment options, according to a flyer. Topics include recurring urinary tract infections, kidney stones, pelvic health, and urinary incontinence. Call (870) 541-7636 to RSVP and reserve a seat.
Civic meeting date changes
The Civic Auditorium Complex Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday has been rescheduled for noon Feb. 18. This meeting will be held in person, according to a news release. Details: Pine Bluff Convention Center, (870) 536-7600.
Health agency sets open house
Arcare, 4747 Dusty Lake Drive, Suite G1, will hold an open house from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 18. There will be also be a ribbon cutting at the new clinic. The community is invited to attend, according to a flyer. Arcare is now serving the Watson Chapel community with primary care services and behavioral health. Angela Metcalf, a certified family nurse practitioner, and team are ready to assist new or existing patients, according to Facebook.
Church news deadline set
Church news is printed in The Commercial on Fridays. The deadline to submit church announcements is noon Wednesdays. Pastors, ministers or others interested in writing for the Devotional Page may also submit columns for consideration. Column writers should have connections to Southeast Arkansas. Articles are accepted by email to Sandra Hope at shope@adgnewsroom.com. Details: (870) 534-3400, ext. 5.
Thursday, Feb. 19
Reception set for ‘Blaque’ by Jonathan Wright
The ARTx3 Campus will host the opening reception for the exhibition “Blaque” by Jonathan Wright, from 5-7 p.m. Feb. 19 at the Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas. The event is free and refreshments will be available. “‘Blaque’ explores how a single shade can carry grief, resilience, tradition, and transformation within the African diaspora,” according to the news release. “The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own heritage while confronting how stories can fade unless we choose to see them fully.” Wright is an art instructor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Details: Matthew Howard, gallery and visitor specialist, at mhoward@artx3.org or (870) 536-3375. Exhibition webpage: artx3.org/exhibitions/jonathan-wright-blaque.
Saturday, Feb. 21
ARTx3 presents Volunteer Night
The public is invited to an event to celebrate the volunteers who make the ARTx3 Campus thrive, from 6-8 p.m. Feb. 21 at the ARTSpace on Main, 623 S. Main St. Admission is free. The annual Volunteer Night is an evening of recognition, gratitude, and applause. The awards are the Margaret Spearman Memorial Awards, Catherine M. Bellamy Volunteer of the Year Awards, “Good Egg” Awards, and the Bellamy Awards for Performing Arts. Details: Bethany Gere, theater and programs coordinator, at bgere@artx3.org or call (870) 536-3375. Webpage: artx3.org/all-events/volunteer-night.
Sunday, Feb. 22
New Community sets Kingdom Builders event
New Community Church, 321 N. Birch St., will feature Sam Gibson, an elder at New Community, as the speaker at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Feb. 22. At 6 p.m. Feb. 22, the Kingdom Builders program will feature Lynda King, a member of the church, as the speaker. The apostle/pastor is Patrick Lockett Sr.
New United hosts Black History event
New United Missionary Baptist Church, 5601 Cheatham St., will conduct its Black History program during worship services at 11 a.m. Feb. 22. The Rev. Woodrow Jackson Sr. is the pastor.
Thursday, Feb. 26
Christian Women’s luncheon set
The Christian Women’s Connection luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 26 at the Pine Bluff Country Club. The speaker will be BJ Tassin and her topic will be “Abide and Bless — Learning to Live Where You are Planted and Blessed Beyond Boundaries.” The feature will be her husband, Scott Tassin presenting his book, “Creation Science,” a look at known scientific facts and their relationship to whether they contradict or verify each other. The couple is from Gravette, according to the news release. The luncheon is $20, which includes the meal, drink, dessert, tax, and gratuity. Everyone is invited to attend. For luncheon reservations and/or cancellations contact Jennifer Keahey at (870) 540-9302.
Local club to observe Optimist Day
The Optimist Club of Pine Bluff will celebrate Optimist Day by volunteering at the third annual Black History Knowledge Bowl at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 26 at the Boys and Girls of Jefferson County’s location at First Methodist Church. Black History Knowledge Bowl is an event sponsored by the Lay Organization of St. John AME Church, according to a news release.
Friday, Feb. 27
Golden Hour Movie Day set
The ARTx3 Campus will host Golden Hour: Movie Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 27, at the Adam B. Robinson Jr. Black Box Theater at ART WORKS on Main, 627 S. Main St. Adults ages 50 and older are invited. Enjoy a screening of the 1944 classic comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” known for its sharp wit, unforgettable characters and laugh-out-loud moments, according to the release. The event is free, but registration is required by Feb. 23 at artx3.org/all-events/golden-hour-movie-day. For more information, contact Bethany Gere, theater and programs coordinator, at bgere@artx3.org or call (870) 536-3375.
Saturday, Feb. 28
Irby to present Heritage Celebration
Wabbaseka native and author Jason Irby will present the 11th annual Arkansas Heritage Celebration of Black History Month Legend Among Us Recognition. This annual event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Central Arkansas Library System (CALS), 100 Rock St., in Little Rock. The event is free of charge and open to the general public. Four Arkansas natives will be honored as a 2026 Legend Among Us including two from Wabbaseka. Honoree Ella Irby is a mentor and instructor to the hearing-impaired community, American Sign Language students and interrupter trainees. Honoree Lemmie Battles is a Gospel recording artist and evangelist, known as “The Gospel Songbird,” according to a news release from Stuff in The Bluff.com.
Russ Foundation plans forum
The Carnell Russ Foundation Vision Center in Star City will hold its Community Empowerment Forum Feb. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, according to a news release. Featured presenters will be: Earnest Sanders — a lawyer; Jamie Middleton – a grant writing and funding specialist; and Pamela Powell – a financial analyst. Leatrice Russ Glenns is Executive Director of the Carnell Russ Foundation. This forum reflects the foundation’s commitment to education, empowerment and community advancement, according to the release.
Stage Combat 101 set
The ARTx3 Campus will host Stage Combat 101 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 28 in the Catherine M. Bellamy Theater at the Arts & Science Center. “Learn how to perform convincing fights while prioritizing safety, communication, and character. No experience needed — just wear comfortable clothing and bring your energy,” according to the news release. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Register by Feb. 24 at artx3.org/all-events/stage-combat-101. Details: Bethany Gere, theater and programs coordinator, at bgere@artx3.org or call (870) 536-3375.
Center to host Polar Plunge
The 2026 Pine Bluff Polar Bear Plunge for Special Olympics Arkansas will take place at 11 a.m. Feb. 28 at the Pine Bluff Aquatic Center, 400 E 11th Ave. Registration begins at 10 a.m., according to a flyer on Facebook. Details: brianna@specialolympicsarkansas.org.
Hospital foundation sets gala
Jefferson Regional Foundation will present the Winter Wonderland Ball 2026 on Feb. 28 at the White Hall Community Center. There will be live entertainment, according to a flier. Tickets are $250. For tickets and sponsorship information, contact Laura Beth Shaner at (870) 541-7210.
Through Monday, March 2
WH seeks award nominees
Nominations are now open for the 2026 White Hall Community Service Awards. The deadline is March 2, according to https://www.facebook.com/WhiteHallChamber/. “Do you know someone who truly makes a difference? Nominate them today. This is your chance to recognize those who go above and beyond to make our community such a special place,” according to the post. The White Hall Community Service Awards Banquet will be held at 6 p.m. March 10 at the White Hall Community Center. Submit your nominations to https://forms.gle/f3QjpsBkBdZMfcWo6. Submit one form for each nominee. You are allowed to submit multiple nominations and do not have to be a member of the chamber to make a nomination. If you have any questions, email the chamber at whitehallchamber@gmail.com.
Wednesday, March 4
Police chief to speak to Chamber
The Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 4 at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Business Support Incubator, 615 S. Main St. The speaker will be Pine Bluff Police Chief Shawn Davis, according to the Chamber newsletter. Lunch will be $15 and catered by Rice First Class Catering. Lunch must be paid for in advance at the Chamber. Details: (870) 535-0110.
Saturday, March 7
PB author to review books
Gail Stith, an author and evangelist, invites the community to a review of her latest publication March 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pine Bluff Library downtown, 600 S. Main St., according to a news release. Her publications include Married Twice and Never Had a Husband, available Feb. 14. The book review is presented by Prayer Garden Christian Faith Center Church of God in Christ in Pine Bluff.
Beginning Saturday, March 7
Grand Prairie textile arts contest set
The Arts Center of the Grand Prairie in Stuttgart will conduct its 2026 Grand Prairie Festival of the Arts’ Textile Arts session March 7-8. Previously known as Decorative Arts, the session name has been updated to emphasize the collection of needle and thread arts to be exhibited, according to a news release. Adults, youth and children may register their textile arts entries online with the Arts Center of the Grand Prairie at https://www.grandprairiearts.com. An entry fee is required for each item, to be delivered to the arts center. Deliveries will be received 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 20, 21, 27, and 28. A guest judge will determine the first, second, third place winners and honorable mention, as well as select the Best of Show entry. The exhibit will be held in Salon A at the Grand Prairie Center March 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and March 8 from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The March 8 event will include a short presentation by guest artist Natalie Mosher at 2:30 p.m., a Quilt of Valor ceremony at 3 p.m., and the awards presentation and reception at 3:30 p.m. Details: (870) 659-2873.
Monday, March 9
UAM sets event for high school students
The University of Arkansas at Monticello Office of Admissions will host Weevil Welcome: College Preview Day on March 9, beginning at 9 a.m. Registration will be held in the Gibson University Center on UAM’s Monticello campus. Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the program will run until noon. Prospective high school juniors and seniors who are interested in attending UAM, the UAM College of Technology-Crossett (UAM-CTC) or the UAM College of Technology-McGehee (UAM-CTM) are invited to attend the free event to learn about programs of study, financial aid, new scholarship opportunities, residence life, student organizations and more. Parents and guests are also welcome to attend, according to the news release. Registration is requested. Details: UAM Office of Admissions at admissionsoffice@uamont.edu or (870) 460-1026.
Through Sunday, March 15
Community Foundation offers scholarships
Pine Bluff Area Community Foundation is accepting applications for scholarships for students in Jefferson County beginning Feb. 1. These scholarships are for area students pursuing higher education at two- or four year colleges or universities, vocational schools or technical training programs. The deadline to apply is March 15. For details on all the available scholarships and to begin the application process visit www.arcf.org/scholarships or contact Lawrence Fikes at pinebluffarea@arcf.org, or at (870) 850-7934.
Beginning Thursday, March 19
Progressive Women host fundraiser
The Progressive Women’s Association (PWA) of White Hall will host its spring Rummage Sale Scholarship Fundraiser at the White Hall Community Center, 9801 Dollarway Road, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. March 19-20 and 9 a.m. to noon March 21. As with all their fundraisers, 100 percent of the proceeds go to the PWA’s Scholarship Fund. The nonprofit is accepting items until March 18 for the fundraiser and asks that clean clothes be on hangers or boxed, according to a spokesman.
Through Wednesday, April 1
Black Hall of Fame offers grants
Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation, in partnership with Arkansas Community Foundation, is offering grants for nonprofits that serve African American or underserved populations in Arkansas. Eligible nonprofits with programs focused on education, health and wellness, youth development, strengthening families and economic development are encouraged to apply. Proposals will be accepted online now through April 1, according to a news release. Details: https://www.arcf.org/apply/nonprofits/apply-for-black-hall-of-fame-grants/.
Tuesday, April 7
Alliance announces Draft Day
The Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County has partnered with Be Pro Be Proud to bring the Draft Day Southeast Arkansas event to Jefferson County on April 7. Draft Day for Southeast Arkansas will take place at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. The Alliance is calling area employers to participate in the event. Draft Day strategically matches high school students with employers based on corresponding interests, talents and needs. There are currently 115 high school seniors signed up for interviews and 17 school districts registered to participate, according to the Chamber newsletter. Visit the Company & Training Resource Guide at https://files.constantcontact.com/91329166001/4b06cd72-fd34-42f6-a54b-eedcca6c6a44.pdf?rdr=true for additional information or contact Nancy Lee McNew at nancy@jeffersoncountyalliance.com.
Beginning Thursday, April 9
Historical conference set at Monticello
The Arkansas Historical Association will hold its 85th annual conference April 9-11 at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, the UAM Trotter House, and the Monticello Country Club. A tour April 10 will take attendees to the Taylor House on the former Hollywood/Valley Plantation. More information and conference registration are available on the association’s website at www.arkansashistoricalassociation.org.
Saturday, April 11
Area Agency sets bass tourney
The Area Agency on Aging of Southeast Arkansas (AAASEA) will host its 28th annual Reeling for Meals Bass Tournament on April 11 at Regional Park on the Arkansas River. This annual tournament raises critical funds for AAASEA’s Meals on Wheels program. Tournament winners will receive a $2,500 cash prize, with cash prizes guaranteed for the top 10 places. The entry fee is $110 per two-person team, which also includes entry into the $500 Big Bass Pot. Day-of registration will include an additional $25 fee. Details: (870) 543-6300, toll-free at 800-264-3260, or email Samantha Stichert at sstichert@aaasea.org.
Beginning Friday, April 17
Home and Garden Show set
The Jefferson County Master Gardeners will present the 2026 Home & Garden Show April 17-18 at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. The event will bring together garden enthusiasts, homeowners, and industry professionals for a showcase of the latest trends, products, and innovations in home and garden design, according to a flyer. There will be workshops, demonstrations, vendor exhibits, and opportunities to connect with local businesses and organizations dedicated to improving homes, landscapes, and communities. For details or to sign up as a vendor, contact the Jefferson County Master Gardeners at the Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Service, (870) 534-1033.
Saturday, April 25
Sports Hall of Fame Banquet set
The Jefferson County Sports Hall of Fame will be held April 25 at the Pine Bluff Convention Center arena. A new Legend will be inducted with 20 other athletes, four coaches and others into the Hall of Fame. The first class, inducted last year, was highlighted by six All-Time Greats. Bruce Maxwell is now the 16th Legend. Tickets for the JCSHOF induction will go on sale in February.
Thursday, May 7
Chamber sets Business Expo 2026
The Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce invites participants to build their network at Business Expo 2026: Christmas in May. Business Expo is the premier event for local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community organizations, according to the Chamber’s news release. Business Expo 2026 will be held May 7 at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. The Business Expo Breakfast will be sponsored by Simmons Bank. Breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. followed by the program at 8 a.m. Tickets are $25 for members, $30 for non-members and a seated table for eight will be $300. The trade show featuring booths of area businesses and non-profits will start with the Business VIP Hour from 9-10 a.m. and will open to public from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Booth fees will be $250 for members amd $360 for non-members. For Expo questions, contact Chamber director Jennifer Kline at jennifer@jeffersoncountyalliance.com or (870) 535-0110.