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Go Forward Pine Bluff announces parade contest winners

Monday, December 6 by Deseray Mckinzy

The winners of the 2021 Pine Bluff Christmas parade were announced Monday. Appearing on TalkBack Live with Floyd Donald, Leigh Cockrum of Go Forward Pine Bluff said thisThe parade was held for the first time in two years and was canceled last year because of... Read More.

Go Forward Pine Bluff hosts Christmas Parade; PBFD Santa Run Launches Schedule

Thursday, December 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

In light of the holiday season, the city of Pine Bluff and Go Forward Pine Bluff hosted its annual Christmas Parade on Thursday, December 2nd on Main St. downtown. The parade featured Mayor Shirley Washington, the Sahara Shriner Temple, Southeast Arkansas College, Jefferson Regional,... Read More.

Farm Bureau President discusses agribusiness

Thursday, December 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Thursday, the Farm Bureau of Arkansas held its 87th annual convention in Little Rock. Farm Bureau President Rich Hillman told Deltaplex News the annual meeting culminates the hard work that has taken place in every county in the state over the past year. Hillman said the... Read More.

SEARK College Board of Trustees approves $40 million building project

Thursday, December 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

Southeast Arkansas College Board of Trustees met in a special called meeting Thursday, December 2nd to approve a resolution 2021-002 authorizing a $40 million building project of the construction of a new student center and student housing for their campus. Unanimously the board motioned... Read More.

Pine Bluff man identified as the suspect in alleged shooting

Thursday, December 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man who has pending charges in the circuit court was arrested Tuesday after police stopped the car he was a passenger in, following an investigation into a shooting that occurred Monday. James Rogers, 38, had an active warrant for his... Read More.

$50,000 bond set for woman accused of shooting her husband

Thursday, December 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $50,000 bond was set Thursday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of shooting her husband. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Shamitria McCree, 41, with first-degree domestic battery. Reading from a probable... Read More.

$10,000 bond set for man accused of firing shots into roadway

Wednesday, December 1 by Deseray Mckinzy

A $10,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man who allegedly fired shots into a roadway after an argument with a neighbor Monday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Robert Phillips, 37,... Read More.

Pine Bluff man accused of felony domestic battery involving mother and daughter

Wednesday, December 1 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man who was convicted of misdemeanor domestic battery Monday could be charged with felony domestic battery after an incident involving his mother and daughter. David Young, 31, will have to post a $5,000 bond to be released from the adult... Read More.

Young announces candidacy for Lincoln County Sheriff

Monday, November 29 by Deseray Mckinzy

Steve Young announced his candidacy for Lincoln County Sheriff in a press release on Sunday, November 28th. His press release stated as follows, "Hello! My name is Steve Young and I am a candidate for Lincoln County Sheriff. My wife Angela and I have been... Read More.

Clean slate waiting for water at Lake Monticello

Monday, November 29 by Deseray Mckinzy

After two years of drawdowns and construction work, the city of Monticello was able to close the gates at its namesake lake in Drew County last week, hoping to see the fish and recreational opportunities in the reservoir flourish again once the lake refills.It... Read More.

New Oncology Center and Covid-19 discussed by hospital officials

Friday, November 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

As the state is experiencing an increase in the number of reported cases of COVID-19, the numbers for Pine Bluff and Jefferson County are low. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show Friday, Wendy Talbot, the Chief Experience Officer at Jefferson Regional reported that on... Read More.

$5,000 bond set for man who allegedly pointed gun at two people

Friday, November 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man who allegedly pointed a handgun at two people. District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Payton Miller, 21, with two counts of aggravated assault. Reading... Read More.