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Alexander talks new resolution passed by council

The Pine Bluff City Council on Monday approved a resolution that will use money from the American Rescue Plan to cover salaries and deductions for police and fire department personnel, freeing up money that had been budgeted in the 2022 overall budget for that... Read More.

City of Pine Bluff to host Comprehensive Plan Review Community Town Hall

Tuesday, April 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

The city of Pine Bluff announced in a press release that representatives from Crafton Tull, who completed the Pine Bluff Comprehensive Plan, will be on-site at an upcoming Community Townhall to present and review the plan elements to the citizens of Pine Bluff. The goal of... Read More.

Sheriff Woods discusses need for lawsuit

Tuesday, April 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. has filed suit against County Judge Gerald Robinson and members of the Quorum Court over money he said he needs to operate the juvenile detention center. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show Tuesday, Woods was asked what he... Read More.

UAM announces $30,000 endowment from Kingwood Forestry Services

Tuesday, April 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

The University of Arkansas at Monticello recently announced that Kingwood Forestry Services is giving back to the UAM establishing a $30,000 endowment to help the University graduate students with their forestry studies.The article added that Kingwood, based in Monticello, provides consultancy to private landowners,... Read More.

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Council approves several resolutions in relation to grant funds

Tuesday, April 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Changes to the American Rescue Plan enacted by Congress to help stimulate the economy because of COVID-19 will allow the City of Pine Bluff to decrease expenditures for public safety by $10 million and use the grant fund for police and fire... Read More.

Washington talks city sponsored job fair for April 21st

Monday, April 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

The City of Pine Bluff is hosting a job fair on Thursday, April 21st from 9 am until 2 pm at the Pine Bluff convention center. Mayor Shirley Washington joined Floyd Donald's Talk Back Live show on 99.3 The Beat, and she explained why... Read More.

$75,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of robbery

Monday, April 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

King A $75,000 cash-only bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of being involved in the robbery of an individual in March. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Darius Brown, 34, with... Read More.

$25,000 cash-only bond for man accused of shoplifting; robbery

Monday, April 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An investigation into a reported shoplifting incident that turned into a robbery in March resulted in the arrest of a suspect Saturday. Dennis Heard, 46, was taken into custody after he was detained following another reported shoplifting incident, Deputy Prosecutor Lisa McGriff said... Read More.

Woman arrested after allegedly kicking police officer

Monday, April 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Saturday after she allegedly kicked a police officer who had placed her under arrest. Sharnell Boykin, 19, was taken into custody after police responded to a reported domestic disturbance at an apartment in the 2400 block of... Read More.

Robinson talks county revenue

Wednesday, April 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to its latest financial report, Jefferson County had more than $20 million at the end of March which was more than $4 million above the money it had one year earlier. On the Oldies 1013 morning show Wednesday, County Judge Gerald Robinson confirmed that... Read More.

Mayor announces choices in council races

Wednesday, April 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington on Tuesday discussed the races for four positions on the Pine Bluff City Council when she appeared on the Oldies 101.3 morning show.Current Council Member Ivan Whitfield is seeking a second term in Ward 3 and is opposed by... Read More.

Simmons Bank Named to Forbes List of “World’s Best Banks” For Third Consecutive Year

Wednesday, April 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

(Pine Bluff, Ark.) – Simmons Bank has been named to Forbes magazine’s list of “World’s Best Banks” for the third consecutive year. The recognition is based on surveys conducted by Forbes and Statista that evaluated feedback from 45,000 banking customers across 27 countries. Questions... Read More.