Billy Jeter News Today

SCOTT — With only about 7,000 acres of pecans grown across Arkansas, it may not be the state’s most abundant crop — but for those in the know, it’s certainly one of the most …

SCOTT -- There is a small pecan orchard in fourth-generation farmer Billy Jeters childhood backyard planted by his uncle that reminds him today of his familys farming legacy.

Editors 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.

Editors 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.

The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (also known as the ARTx3 Campus) announces its December events including Razzle Dazzle, a gingerbread workshop, Live@5 and Door Hangers and Drinks.

Editors 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.

Thursday Entertainment Notes

Following a week of communitywide activities, the 2023 Fordyce on the Cotton Belt Festival culminated with a weekend full of events and entertainment.

Begun in 1981, this year marks the 42nd anniversary of the Fordyce on the Cotton Belt Fest, an event founded to celebrate the unique railroad history of Fordyce and South Arkansas.

Thirty-plus music lovers braved storms and a downtown deluge to fill the Bistro of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluffs Business Support Incubator, 615 S. Main St., on March 24.