Talk discusses diabetes, kidney disease
The Pine Bluff chapter of The Links Inc. will present “Breaking the Link between Diabetes and Kidney Disease” at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Main Library, 600 S. Main St. The community is invited to attend.
November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease and African Americans are at a higher risk. The Links has joined the fight to raise awareness about kidney disease in the community, according to a news release.
Presenters at the event will include Nicole Bates, chair for American Kidney Fund Health Coach; Kimberly Haynie, associate professor of nutrition and food sciences at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff; and Dr. Brandi Wright, a kidney care physician with Jefferson Regional Medical Center.
Registration is required by calling (870) 718-6329. Dinner will be provided. Details: http://www.linksinc.org or the chapter’s Facebook page. Carla M. Martin is the current president of the local chapter of The Links.
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Future engineers to meet
Ivy Center for Education will host the Future Aviation Engineers from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Generator, 435 S. Main St.
Sederick Rice, a professor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, is the workshop presenter. Participants will continue to build Estes Journey Rockets, Rice said.
Students in seventh through 12th grades are encouraged to attend and parents are always welcome. Those who cannot attend in person, can join via Zoom with Meeting ID: 856 8296 4187 and Passcode: 351061. For details, email Mattie Collins at mattie1908@gmail.com.
Sorority, fraternity plan Girl/Guy Talk
Ivy Center for Education will host Girl/Guy Talk from 6-7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Generator, 435 S. Main St. Presenters will be the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., the Alpha Rho Chapter at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and the men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., the Delta Sigma Lambda Chapter.
Students in seventh through 12th grades are encouraged to attend. Snacks will be available and prizes will be won. Parents are always welcome. Those who cannot attend in person can join via Zoom with Meeting ID: 856 8296 4187 and Passcode: 351061. For details, email Mattie Collins at mattie1908@gmail.com . (Participants must attend the in person meeting to win prizes.)
USACE cautions public about water
The U.S. Army of Corps of Engineers is cautioning the public about rising water levels across the region following recent heavy rainfall.
On the White River, the current stage at Newport is 18.7 feet and rising, with a forecasted peak of 27 feet by Nov. 8, 2024. Several regional lakes, including Norfork and Clearwater, have experienced significant water level increases over the past 72 hours. Although the rate of rise has slowed, lake levels may continue to rise slightly throughout the week, according to a news release.
The Arkansas River is currently cresting near 170,000 cubic feet per second at Ormond Lock and Dam. A flood crest between 150,000 and 160,000 cfs is forecast to make its way downstream over the next two days. A small craft advisory remains in effect for the Arkansas River.
If you own property along a river or reservoir, particularly docks or structures near the water, it’s essential to secure or move them to prevent potential damage.
Boaters should use caution while boating near the shore be aware that objects such as fence posts and railings that are normally above the water could now be just below the surface and not visible. Proceed slowly near the shore and use a spotter or depth finder to avoid possible damage to your boat. Take the necessary precautions to protect your property. Details: www.swl-wc.usace.army.mil.