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2023-2026 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program Proposed

Thursday, March 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to the Arkansas Department of Transportation, a proposed amendment to the Arkansas Department of Transportation’s (ArDOT) Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for Federal Fiscal Years 2023-2026 is available for public comment now through March 30. Please visit www.ardot.gov/stip to view the... Read More.

No bond for murder suspect

Wednesday, March 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A 20-year-old Pine Bluff man who was out on bond after being accused of involvement in a shooting was arrested Tuesday in connection with the first murder of the year in Pine Bluff. David Burnett was taken into custody after police responded to... Read More.

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URA table housing development contract and approve construction agreement

Tuesday, March 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency (URA) held its monthly meeting Tuesday to discuss and provide action on a few items on its agenda. The first two items on the agenda discussed the regular board minutes for their February meeting and the financial statement for... Read More.

Deltaplex counties getting assistance after storms

Tuesday, March 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Counties in the Deltaplex could be getting assistance after the storms in January and February. Rick Walker has this report.

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Baskin to appear in Arkansas

Tuesday, March 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

A popular, but controversial tv star will be making her way to the Natural State next month. Rick Walker files this report.

Woman arrested after a reported armed disturbance involving a firearm

Tuesday, March 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A reported armed disturbance at a house on West 27th Avenue Sunday resulted in the arrest of a woman who allegedly pointed a gun at a relative. Kimberleigh Livingston, 60, was taken into custody after police were sent to the disturbance and talked to... Read More.

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Thompson discusses Evergreen Packaging

Monday, March 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to media reports, the owner of Evergreen Packaging says the company will “explore strategic alternatives” which could include a sale. On Monday, Allison Thompson, the President and CEO of the Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County was asked about that when she appeared on... Read More.

$15,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of drug and weapons charges

Monday, March 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $15,000 cash-only bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man on drug and weapons charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Ryan O’Neal, 33, with three counts of possession of... Read More.

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White Hall Superintendent talks LEARNS Act legislation impact on district

Friday, March 17 by Deseray Mckinzy

Now that the governor has signed the LEARNS Act, the state’s plan to improve education, school districts are trying to learn what all the act entails. That holds true for the White Hall School District and on Friday, District Superintendent Gary Williams was asked his... Read More.

$100,000 cash-only bond set for felon accused of high-speed chase and multiple other felony charges

Friday, March 17 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $100,000 cash-only bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man who led multiple law enforcement agencies on a high-speed chase when they attempted to stop the vehicle he was driving. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after... Read More.

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Aquatic Center Director talks plans for Spring Break

Friday, March 17 by Deseray Mckinzy

Spring Break for schools in the Deltaplex begins Monday and Larissa Fore, director of the Pine Bluff Aquatic Center said the facility has something planned for students every day next week. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show Friday, Fore said this; The more than $12... Read More.

Pine Bluff man arrested in a reported disturbance

Friday, March 17 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A reported disturbance between a male and female outside a business in Pine Bluff Wednesday resulted in the man's arrest after a civilian intervened to protect the woman. Kendrick Oglesby, 32, who has several prior felony convictions were taken into custody after police... Read More.

Author: Deseray Mckinzy

2023-2026 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program Proposed

No bond for murder suspect

URA table housing development contract and approve construction agreement

Deltaplex counties getting assistance after storms

Baskin to appear in Arkansas

Woman arrested after a reported armed disturbance involving a firearm

Thompson discusses Evergreen Packaging

$15,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of drug and weapons charges

White Hall Superintendent talks LEARNS Act legislation impact on district

$100,000 cash-only bond set for felon accused of high-speed chase and multiple other felony charges

Aquatic Center Director talks plans for Spring Break

Pine Bluff man arrested in a reported disturbance

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