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Low Rice Acreage Prompts Temporary Closures at Riceland Drying Facilities

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Riceland Foods has announced plans to temporarily suspend operations at nine of its rice drying facilities during the upcoming harvest season as rice acreage across the region continues to ...

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin Sues Roblox, Discord Over Child Safety Allegations

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Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Monday that the state has filed lawsuits against ...

UAPB’s Dr. W. Jinnings Burruss Jr. Wins Delta Chapter’s Chef Cook of the Year Award

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Dr. W. Jinnings Burruss Jr., associate professor of foodservice and restaurant management at the ...

Homicide investigation mars Juneteenth holiday weekend

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Just hours after the downtown streets were packed for a big Juneteenth celebration, Pine ...

Carl Redus Jr. Aquatic Center Extended Closure

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The City of Pine Bluff announces that the Carl Redus Jr. Aquatic Center will ...

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State Agencies Told to Tighten Spending in New Letter from Governor

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is directing state department heads and cabinet secretaries to continue efforts to reduce government spending, according to a letter sent this week. In the letter, Sanders tied the push for reduced spending to her goal of continuing cuts to the... Read More.

Pine Bluff School District Awarded Spark Grant for Forward Arkansas Initiative

Pine Bluff School District is among five Arkansas districts selected to receive a $9,500 Spark Grant from education nonprofit "Forward Arkansas" to participate in its District Contract Accelerator, a 14-month program focused on outcomes-based contracting. The participating districts—Pine Bluff, Warren, Mayflower, Farmington and Cabot—will work... Read More.

Judge Lets Majority of Wrongful Death Claims Move Forward in Bryan Malinowski Case

A federal judge has ruled that most of a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the widow of former Little Rock airport director Bryan Malinowski can move forward. Maria Malinowski filed the lawsuit in May 2025 against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and... Read More.

Harris and Horsfall Halls at UAM Listed on National Register of Historic Places

The Harris and Horsfall Historic District at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places, according to the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program. The designation recognizes the buildings’ architectural and historical significance, affirming their value... Read More.
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John Cain Aquatic Center to Reopen June 23rd With New Safety Measures

Following Saturday’s shooting that left three people injured, the John Cain Aquatic Center in Stuttgart is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, June 23rd, with several new safety measures in place. In a Facebook post, the facility announced updated rules requiring guests to be in swim... Read More.

Dallas County Sheriff Mike Knoedel Releases Report on Drug Seizure and Court Docket

Dallas County Sheriff Mike Knoedel reported that a traffic stop last week led to the seizure of multiple quantities of suspected illegal drugs following a vehicle search and tow. Deputies initially found 21 grams of suspected methamphetamine and 1.6 grams of suspected cocaine during the... Read More.

ATLAS Results Show Increase in Student Proficiency Across Arkansas

Arkansas education officials say public school test scores are showing continued improvement in 2026, according to Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Education. State officials said more students than ever scored proficient on the Arkansas Teaching, Learning, and Assessment System (ATLAS) exam... Read More.

Local Students Participate in UAPB’s AgDiscovery Camp

The School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (SAFHS) hosted its annual AgDiscovery Camp, June 8-12 on the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff campus. The camp served local students from surrounding school districts and the Boys & Girls Club of Pine Bluff. Throughout the... Read More.

Local Students Participate in UAPB’s AgDiscovery Camp

The School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (SAFHS) hosted its annual AgDiscovery Camp,... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff Office – Death Investigation Update

On June 15, 2026 at approximately 2134 hours, a concerned citizen called in to... Read More.
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New Data Highlights Decades of Population Loss in Cleveland County

According to reporting by the Cleveland County Herald, Cleveland County’s population has continued to... Read More.

New Pine Bluff crime stats show a positive trend

Although the full 2nd quarter crime stats won't be released till the first part... Read More.
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Pine Bluff to See Arkansas National Guard Flyover During America 250 Events

The Arkansas National Guard plans to conduct a series of military flyovers across communities... Read More.

UAM Receives $500,000 for Wellness Center From Windgate Foundation

The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) has received a $500,000 grant from the... Read More.
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Athletics Department at SEARK Undergoes Leadership Changes Ahead of New Season

Southeast Arkansas College has announced several changes to its athletics department, naming an interim... Read More.

City Offices to Close for Juneteenth

City of Pine Bluff offices will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of... Read More.
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Three Golden Lions Earn Selection to 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic

Three Golden Lions Earn Selection to 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic Photo: @UAPBLionsBSB on X PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff baseball program continues to gain national recognition as three Golden Lions have been selected to participate in the 2026 HBCU Swingman... Read More.

UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Continues Tradition of Excellence

UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Continues Tradition of Excellence Photo:uamsports.com MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello is preparing to celebrate another distinguished group of former student-athletes, coaches and supporters with the induction of the UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class... Read More.
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UAPB Great Terron Armstead Earns Place in New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame

UAPB Great Terron Armstead Earns Place in New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame NEW ORLEANS, LA — Former University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff standout and NFL All-Pro offensive tackle Terron Armstead has received one of the highest honors in franchise history, as he was selected... Read More.

UAPB Soccer: UAPB NAMES FRED LOCARIO HEAD COACH OF WOMEN’S SOCCER

UAPB Soccer: UAPB NAMES FRED LOCARIO HEAD COACH OF WOMEN’S SOCCER uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Athletics Department is proud to announce the appointment of Fred Locario as the new Head Coach of Women's Soccer. Locario arrives in Pine Bluff... Read More.
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UAPB FOOTBALL: GOLDEN LIONS MEGA CAMP ARRIVES IN LITTLE ROCK, GET READY

UAPB FOOTBALL: GOLDEN LIONS MEGA CAMP ARRIVES IN LITTLE ROCK, GET READY uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. — The wait is almost over. Tomorrow, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Golden Lions Football program will transform War Memorial Stadium into one of the most electric... Read More.

UAPB Places 174 Student-Athletes on SWAC All-Academic Team

UAPB Places 174 Student-Athletes on SWAC All-Academic Team uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF AR. – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff placed 174 student‑athletes on the 2025‑26 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) All‑Academic Team, underscoring the Golden Lions' continued commitment to excellence in the classroom and in competition. Student‑athletes from... Read More.
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