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Questions surrounding a proposed poultry farm near Highway 63 prompted discussion during Monday night's Cleveland County Quorum Court meeting, where county officials said oversight of such operations largely rests with state agencies rather than local government.
The proposed development would be located across from M.L.... Read More.
As part of its ongoing effort to connect the community with local nonprofit organizations, United Way of Southeast Arkansas recently hosted representatives from Arkansas Baptist Children's and Family Ministries to discuss the growing need for foster families throughout the state.
The organization, which partners with... Read More.
A $5,000 secured bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of assaulting two people while intoxicated.
Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgeforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge 49-year-old Johnny Reed with two counts of 2nd degree... Read More.
The School of Business and Management (SBM) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) recognized the achievements of its graduating Class of 2026 during its annual Graduates Banquet in May at the STEM Conference Center.
The event, coordinated by Cynthia Sims, SBM project/program... Read More.
Central Moloney announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Pine Bluff to North Little Rock while maintaining its manufacturing operations and workforce investments in Jefferson County.
During a recent radio interview, Central Moloney's Chris Hart said the company has signed a multi-year lease for... Read More.
Loni Harshaw, an art teacher at Little Rock Southwest High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, has been named the 2026 Arkansans for the Arts Teacher of the Year. She is a 2009 graduate in art education from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
Harshaw... Read More.
Jennifer Barbaree has announced she is leaving the Pine Bluff School District to take a position with the Springdale School District in Northwest Arkansas.
According to the announcement from Springdale, Barbaree will be the new Assistant Superintendent.
They said in their release that she brings more... Read More.
The City of Pine Bluff is hosting a FREE Dump Day on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 6 AM to 2 PM at Hestand Stadium — and they want YOU to take advantage!
Residents can dispose of appliances, furniture, mattresses, scrap metal, yard waste, and... Read More.
A majority of counselors from the 2026 Arkansas Girls State session are raising concerns... Read More.
U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman said he will host a field hearing in Hot Springs... Read More.
If you’re of a certain age, you may have entered 2026 thinking you were... Read More.
The long-awaited hotel expansion at the Saracen Casino Resort is nearing completion, with resort... Read More.
In a letter dated May 29, Robinson informed county officials of his decision to... Read More.
A loss of engine power forced the pilot of a small aircraft to attempt... Read More.
Ten students from the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources (CFANR) at the... Read More.
Cowboys and cowgirls from across the country are expected to make their way to... 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.


