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Watson Chapel School Board Approves Nearly 200K Contract to Clean and Remediate Coleman Elementary for Air Quality Concerns

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The Watson Chapel School District Board of Education approved a contract Friday to clean and remediate possible contamination at Coleman Elementary School after testing identified indoor air quality concerns. During ...

Pine Bluff School Board to Discuss Academics Staffing and Policies at July 27 Meeting

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The Pine Bluff School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting ...

Arkansas to Receive Nearly $432K in Multistate Settlement Over 23andMe Data Breach

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Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Monday that the state is set to receive ...

Pine Bluff Woman Held on $15K Bond After Alleged Hit and Run Motorcycle Crash

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A $15,000 secured bond was set for a Pine Bluff woman accused of leaving ...

Pine Bluff Man Accused of Stealing and Selling Vehicle Held on $5K Bond

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A $5,000 secured bond was set for a Pine Bluff man accused of stealing ...

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Teen Court Volunteer Program Offers High School Students Experience in Juvenile Justice and Community Service

Watson Chapel School District is sharing a volunteer opportunity for students in grades 9-12 interested in gaining experience in the juvenile justice system while earning community service hours. The Jefferson and Lincoln Counties Teen Court is currently recruiting student volunteers from August 3rd through October... Read More.

Pine Bluff Schools Strengthen Security and Rebuild Trust After Phishing Scheme and Records Breach

Pine Bluff School District Interim Superintendent Phillip Carlock is working to address concerns after a $3.2 million phishing scheme and the discovery of sensitive records in a former district building. Students will soon return to class under the district’s modified calendar. Carlock stepped into the... Read More.

DOE Issues Emergency Order to Protect Power Grid in Arkansas and 16 States Amid Extreme Heat

The U.S. Department of Energy has issued an emergency order covering Arkansas and 16 other states as extreme heat continues to place increased demand on the region’s electrical grid. The order, issued July 26, allows the Southwest Power Pool, Inc. (SPP) to dispatch certain generation... Read More.

Eli Young Band Brings Live Country Concert to Saracen Casino Resort This Fall

Country music fans will have another live performance to add to their calendars this fall as the Eli Young Band is set to perform at Saracen Casino Resort. The Texas-based country band will take the Saracen stage Saturday, Nov. 14, featuring hits including “Crazy Girl,”... Read More.
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Sheridan Recreation Center and Pool Remain Closed for Ongoing Maintenance and Repairs

UPDATE: The City of Sheridan announced Monday that the Sheridan Recreation Center and pool will remain closed today, July 27, as crews continue working to resolve ongoing maintenance issues. City officials said they appreciate the public's patience while repairs are completed and facilities are safely restored.... Read More.

Pine Bluff Splash Pad Reopens After Repairs Just in Time for Summer Fun

UPDATE: The splash pad is back in operation following repairs by the Pine Bluff Parks and Recreation Department. According to Parks and Recreation officials, maintenance crews completed the necessary repairs and restored service on Saturday, July 25. Officials thanked residents for their patience during the closure and... Read More.

White Hall Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Elderly Wheelchair User with Vacuum Cleaner

A $1,500 secured bond was set for a White Hall man accused of assaulting a wheelchair-bound elderly man with a vacuum cleaner. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge 57-year-old Jeffery Dziemiela with 2nd Degree... Read More.

Sheridan Mayor Cain Nattin Appointed to Statewide Economic Development Council

Sheridan Mayor Cain Nattin has been appointed to the Arkansas Municipal League’s Advisory Council for Economic Development for the 2026-2027 term. Nattin said he is honored for the opportunity to represent the City of Sheridan while working alongside municipal leaders from across Arkansas to address... Read More.

Sheridan Mayor Cain Nattin Appointed to Statewide Economic Development Council

Sheridan Mayor Cain Nattin has been appointed to the Arkansas Municipal League’s Advisory Council... Read More.

Delta Rivers Nature Center Stays Open Amid Heatwave with Safety Measures for Animals Staff and Visitors

As the Little Rock Zoo prepares to temporarily close next week due to extreme... Read More.
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Rison Football Player Airlifted Following Medical Emergency During Practice

RISON, Ark. — Cleveland County School District officials are emphasizing heat safety procedures after... Read More.

White Hall Man Charged with Domestic Battery After Alleged Tequila Bottle Assault on Estranged Wife

A $1,500 secured bond was set for a White Hall man accused of assaulting... Read More.
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Pine Bluff School District Mourns Death of Former Superintendent Frank Anthony

The Pine Bluff School District is mourning the death of former Superintendent Frank Anthony,... Read More.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Announces Dr. Derrick Cohens as Chair of the Department of English, Humanities, and Foreign Languages

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is pleased to announce the appointment... Read More.
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Watson Chapel High School Releases 2026-2027 Supply List for Grades 9 to 12

Families with students attending Watson Chapel High School can now begin preparing for the... Read More.

Attorney General Tim Griffin Appeals Ruling Against Ten Commandments Monument at State Capitol

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin has filed an appeal seeking to overturn a federal... Read More.
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UAPB Volleyball: Lady Lions Volleyball to Host Three Summer Camps July 24 & 25

UAPB Volleyball: Lady Lions Volleyball to Host Three Summer Camps July 24 & 25 uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Lady Lions Volleyball program, under the direction of head coach Gabrielle Floyd, will host three instructional summer camps on July 24... Read More.

Boll Weevils Begin New Era as Gary Goff Headlines UAM at 2026 GAC Football Media Days

Boll Weevils Begin New Era as Gary Goff Headlines UAM at 2026 GAC Football Media Days Hot Springs, AR — A new chapter officially began for the University of Arkansas at Monticello football program as the Boll Weevils took center stage at the 2026 Great... Read More.
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UAPB Athletics Names Johnathan Jones Compliance / Eligibility Specialist

UAPB Athletics Names Johnathan Jones Compliance / Eligibility Specialist uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department has announced the hiring of Jonathan Jones as its Compliance / Eligibility Specialist, bringing a strong background in NCAA compliance, student-athlete eligibility, academic monitoring, and... Read More.

Hooten’s Classic Luncheon Kicks Off High School Football Season in Jefferson County

Hooten's Classic Luncheon Kicks Off High School Football Season in Jefferson County PINE BLUFF, AR — Football season officially took center stage as the Pine Bluff West Rotary Club hosted the annual Hooten's Arkansas Football Classic Luncheon, bringing together coaches, players, and community members from... Read More.
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Golden Lions Ready for the Spotlight at 2026 SWAC Football Media Days

Golden Lions Ready for the Spotlight at 2026 SWAC Football Media Days BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff football program officially kicked off the 2026 season as head coach Alonzo Hampton and members of the Golden Lions represented the university at... Read More.

UAPB Football: Golden Lions Place Five on 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team

UAPB Football: Golden Lions Place Five on 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) announced its 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team on Tuesday, as selected by the league's head coaches and sports information directors. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff was... Read More.
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