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A $200,000 secured bond was set for a Pine Bluff man accused of forcing his hand inside of his girlfriend in order to “prove” fidelity.
Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge 45-year-old Travis Jackson... Read More.
The White Hall School District is reporting academic improvements across multiple subject areas while also moving forward with several facility projects ahead of the 2026-27 school year.
During an interview with Greg Horne on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show, Superintendent Gary Williams discussed ongoing summer... Read More.
A $10,000 secured bond was set for a Pine Bluff man accused of acting erratically and beating people and property with a baseball bat.
Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge 53-year-old Christopher Cook with... Read More.
Arkansas ranked as the state with the worst road rage in the nation in a recent report from ConsumerAffairs, with aggressive and careless driving linked to a larger share of fatal crashes and traffic deaths than in any other state.
The report found aggressive... Read More.
Jefferson Regional is proud to welcome Jordan Scribner, AuD, to Jefferson Regional Ear, Nose, and Throat Associates.
Dr. Scribner earned her Doctor of Audiology from the University of Arkansas for Medical
Sciences in Little Rock.
She will offer a full range of hearing services, including hearing
tests for... Read More.
Nuisance aquatic weed growth is one of the most common problems faced by pond owners. While plants can provide utility to a pond, many species can grow so abundant that they cause more trouble than benefit, Scott Jones, small impoundment Extension specialist at the... Read More.
Appointments to several state boards and commissions include new representation for Southeast Arkansas, according to a Tuesday announcement from Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders.
Ryan Watley of Pine Bluff and Stephanie Smith of Sheridan have been appointed to the Southeast Arkansas College Board of Trustees.
Watley will... Read More.
June 9, 2026
Dear Pine Bluff Community,
After much consideration, I have made the decision to resign as Superintendent of the Pine Bluff
School District, effective June 30, 2026.
Serving the students, families, staff, and community of Pine Bluff has been one of the most
meaningful experiences of my... Read More.
A renewed debate over healthcare affordability and access is emerging as an Arkansas congressman... Read More.
Heavy rainfall across eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas has pushed river levels high enough... Read More.
Barring any unforeseen emergencies, Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson presided over what is expected... Read More.
The Pine Bluff City Council left a proposal tied to the city’s Go-Kart Course... Read More.
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission returned 18 largemouth bass weighing in at double-digit... Read More.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Monday that more than 3,400 children in the... Read More.
Arkansas State Fire Marshal Dennis Free will retire July 1, ending a 45-year career... Read More.
Watson Chapel School District officials provided updates this week on the district's new high... Read More.
Local Sports
Federal Judge Denies Preliminary Injunction Request by Pine Bluff High Coach Micheal Williams
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Pine Bluff High School head football coach Micheal Williams suffered a legal setback this month when a federal judge denied his request for a preliminary injunction in his... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Grant and Saumell Named to the SWAC All-Tournament Team
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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... 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.


