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Professor Ilyasah Shabazz Keynote Speaker for UAPB Black History Month

Tuesday, February 6 by Deltaplex Staff

PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS – Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X and an award-winning author, educator, and producer, will be the distinguished keynote speaker for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Black History Month celebration on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 10:00... Read More.

The candidates for the First Ward City Council seat discussed how they could help improve education

Tuesday, February 6 by Deltaplex Staff

While the Pine Bluff City Council does not directly get involved in the education system, its members do have an idea of what they would like to see happen or get done to improve the conditions. During the Deltaplex Radio candidate forum, First Ward... Read More.

Pine Bluff Mayoral Candidates answer how they would approach crime in the city

Tuesday, February 6 by Deltaplex Staff

Crime, particularly juvenile crime, or the perception that things are a lot worse than they actually are a big issue in Pine Bluff and one the candidates for Mayor were asked about during the Deltaplex Radio candidate forum last week at Southeast Arkansas College.Here... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police asking assistance in locating Keavon Deshawn Martin

Monday, February 5 by Deltaplex Staff

The Pine Bluff Police Department Detective Office is asking for assistance locating 32-year-old Keavon Deshawn Martin. Martin is wanted for felony amount theft from the Dollar General at 5104 Dollarway Rd. Martin is about 6'1" tall and weighs around 160 lbs.Anyone with information on... Read More.

City Council Fourth Ward candidates on why they are the best person for the job

Monday, February 5 by Deltaplex Staff

Incumbent Fourth Ward Pine Bluff City Council member Bruce Lockett is seeking his third term and said during a candidate forum broadcast last week on the Deltaplex Radio Network, that his experience makes him the best candidate for the job.His opponent Mar’Tavius Proctor cites... Read More.

Three of the six candidates for Mayor explain why they’re running

Monday, February 5 by Deltaplex Staff

During the Deltaplex Radio candidate forum last week, all six of the candidates for Mayor of Pine Bluff were asked why they were running and what made them the best candidate. Here are the responses from three of them, starting with incumbent Mayor Shirley... Read More.

Chief Shawn Howell discussed the new firetruck time lines

Monday, February 5 by Deltaplex Staff

At its meeting Monday night, the Pine Bluff City Council is expected to finalize the paperwork to pay for one of the two new firetrucks that will be delivered this year. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show Friday, Fire and EmergencyServices Chief Shauwn Howell... Read More.

Two Pine Bluff residents arrested and being charged with domestic battery

Monday, February 5 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King An elderly man was injured and two women were arrested Thursday after a reported altercation on East 21st Street in Pine Bluff. During a court hearing Friday, Deputy Prosecutor Joe West said Candice Dixon and Nautica Willingham were arrested after the victim, who is... Read More.

A 10k bond was set for a man accused of domestic battery

Monday, February 5 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King A reported domestic disturbance on Fir Street Wednesday resulted in the arrest of man who has a prior conviction for domestic battery. Jason Laster was taken into custody when he returned to the address where a previous altercation occurred, Detective Sgt. Keith Banks... Read More.

A $25k bond was set for a man accused of injuring a police officer during an altercation

Friday, February 2 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King A$25,000 cash only bond was set Friday for a man accused of injuring a police officer during an altercation Thursday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Todd Mayberry with second-degree battery and... Read More.

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A $100k bond was set for a man who fled from police

Friday, February 2 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King A$100,000 bond was set Friday for a man who fled from police at high speed Friday before hitting a parked vehicle that then hit a garage. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge... Read More.

Justin Williams is wanted by Arkansas County Sheriffs Office

Friday, February 2 by Deltaplex Staff

WANTED: JUSTIN WILLIAMS (DOB 3/21/1992) is wanted by the Arkansas County Sheriffs Office and the Dewitt Police Department. If you have any information on his whereabouts, please contact the Arkansas County Sheriff’s Office at 870-659-2060 or contact your local Law Enforcement agency. You can... Read More.