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Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Monday that more than 3,400 children in the state’s foster care system will be enrolled in a federal savings program known as “Trump Accounts,” aimed at helping minors build long-term financial assets before adulthood.
The program was created under... Read More.
Arkansas State Fire Marshal Dennis Free will retire July 1, ending a 45-year career in fire protection and prevention in the state, the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management said Friday.
Free has spent 26 years working in fire marshal offices, including 11 years with the... Read More.
Watson Chapel School District officials provided updates this week on the district's new high school facility, student academic performance and plans for the upcoming school year.
During an interview with Greg Horne on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show following Monday night's school board meeting, Superintendent... Read More.
Tyson Foods is preparing for a significant leadership transition, with new executives set to take over two of the company's top positions as part of a broader series of management changes at the Springdale-based food producer.
The company announced that Jeff Schomburger will become president... Read More.
The Pine Bluff Police Department Detective office is asking for assistance locating 45-year-old Travis Jackson.
Jackson is about 5' 6" tall and weighs around 200 lbs. He is wanted for Rape and Aggravated Assault of a Family or Household Member in connection with an incident... Read More.
Country music star Justin Moore says he is stepping away from touring temporarily and will miss some upcoming shows. In a social media post on Monday, Moore said the decision will allow him to focus on his health. "This is the right decision for... Read More.
A $5,000 cash bond was set Friday for a White Hall man accused of carrying 3 rocks of cocaine in his back pocket.
Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge 66-year-old Ray Walpool with Possession... Read More.
Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth found probable cause to hold a Pine Bluff woman on a charge of terroristic threatening following a hearing this week.
According to testimony presented by prosecutors, Pine Bluff police responded to an apartment complex on Union Avenue shortly after... Read More.
A $150,000 secured bond was set Friday for a White Hall man accused of... Read More.
Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth found probable cause to hold a White Hall... Read More.
A $25,000 cash bond was set Friday for a White Hall man accused of... Read More.
Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth found probable cause to hold a Pine Bluff... Read More.
A $5,000 cash bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of... Read More.
A Pine Bluff man was ordered held on a $50,000 cash bond during a... Read More.
Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgforth found probable cause to hold a Pine Bluff... Read More.
A $2,500 secured bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man accused of... Read More.
Local Sports
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Birmingham, AL--The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff baseball program continued its impressive postseason run with two Golden Lions earning spots on the 2026 Southwestern Athletic Conference All-Tournament Team following a strong showing at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama.
Freshman standout... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Earn Postseason Hardware as Fabian and Grant Highlight SWAC Honors
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Birmingham, AL — Arkansas-Pine Bluff baseball came away from the 2026 Southwestern Athletic Conference postseason awards with a pair of standout honorees, as senior right-hander Kenny Fabian and freshman infielder Aaron... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions' Season Ends in SWAC Tournament Semifinals
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The 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament delivered drama, upsets and postseason intensity at historic Rickwood Field as the Arkansas–Pine Bluff Golden Lions baseball made one of the tournament’s biggest statements with a stunning opening-round victory over... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Pull Off Upset Victory in the First Round of the SWAC Tournament
Birmingham, AL--The UAPB Golden Lions baseball team delivered one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament on Wednesday, knocking off tournament favorite Bethune–Cookman in a thrilling... Read More.
The Woodlawn Bears and Woodlawn Lady Bears are both headed to the Class 2A state championship games after winning semifinal matchups Saturday at Palestine-Wheatley High School.
Both Woodlawn teams advanced by defeating their counterparts from Riverside High School during the state tournament semifinals, continuing strong... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Fall to Jackson State, Secure #8 Seed for SWAC Tournament
Jackson, MS-- The UAPB Golden Lions closed out the regular season with a hard-fought weekend series against the Jackson State Tigers in Jackson, Mississippi, earning a split over the first two... Read More.

