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UAPB Junior Selected for 6-Month Leadership Program

Tuesday, November 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

Trenay Hayes, a junior majoring in foodservice and restaurant management/hospitality at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Department of Human Sciences, has been selected to participate in a leadership institute by the National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH). She is one of... Read More.

Boys and Girls Club collabs with Lighthouse School for Fall Festival

Monday, November 1 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Boys and Girls Club of Pine Bluff hosted a Fall Festival for The Pine Bluff Lighthouse School, October 28th at the Club location at 2701 Short Reeker St for the students and local community to partake in fun activities and treats for the... Read More.

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Survey polls favors Sanders in GOP Primary

Thursday, October 28 by Deseray Mckinzy

LITTLE ROCK, AR — Sarah Huckabee Sanders holds a commanding 57-point lead in the Arkansas GOP primary and is viewed favorably by 78% of Republicans in the state, a public research study by Remington Research Group concluded.“Arkansas is clearly ready for bold, conservative reforms that... Read More.

DYS juveniles escape from Dermott facility

Thursday, October 28 by Deseray Mckinzy

Two teens in the Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Youth Services (DYS) custody left a juvenile treatment facility in Dermott without authorization Sunday night.Local law enforcement has been notified and continues to look for the youths.Arkansas law requires DYS to provide the... Read More.

The ARTSpace on Main and ART WORKS on Main have been recognized for design achievement

Thursday, October 28 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to the Arts and Science Centers blog, The ARTSpace and ARTWORKS received a Merit Award during the 2021 AIA Arkansas Design Awards, presented Oct. 21 in Hot Springs. The award is the latest design honor bestowed upon the new... Read More.

Alliance head discusses labor shortages

Wednesday, October 27 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A shortage of available workers is a problem affecting businesses throughout the United States and Pine Bluff faces its own challenges in that matter. Whether it’s a fast-food restaurant or a manufacturing plant, employers are offering sign-on bonuses and higher wages to attract... Read More.

City of Pine Bluff Advancing Health Literacy Program Officially Launches

Wednesday, October 27 by Deseray Mckinzy

The City of Pine Bluff Advancing Health Literacy Program (AHLP) announced Wednesday, October 27th that its website is now available at http://www.pinebluffahlp.com. AHLP is a federally funded initiative focused on promoting health literacy, improving healthcare experiences, and promoting COVID-19 safeguards. Dorothy Oliver... Read More.

Traffic stop results in arrest for stolen vehicle

Wednesday, October 27 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man who was wanted on warrants for the theft of a vehicle in 2020 was arrested Tuesday after he was found driving another vehicle that had been reported stolen. Mark Anthony Davis, 32, was taken into custody after an Arkansas... Read More.

$15,000 bond set for man accused of allegedly punching his 75 year-old grandfather

Tuesday, October 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Saturday after he allegedly punched his elderly grandfather. Nicholas Lowery, 28, was taken into custody after police responded to a reported domestic disturbance. During a court hearing Monday, Deputy Prosecutor Mircha King explained the allegations against Lowery.Jefferson County... Read More.

City partnering with Doctors Orders Pharmacy and Department of Health to host vaccine clinic

Tuesday, October 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

The City of Pine Bluff is partnering with Doctors Orders Pharmacy and the Arkansas Department of Health to host a vaccine clinic at the Pine Bluff Convention Center Friday, October 29th from 9 am until noon.The clinic will feature the first and second vaccine... Read More.

UAPB Athletics Director discusses impact of Razorback and Golden Lion game

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

While the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions got beat by the University of Arkansas Razorbacks Saturday at War Memorial Stadium at Little Rock, UAPB Athletic Director Chris Robinson said the game was a “worthwhile endeavor for the school. Appearing on the Oldies... Read More.

$25,000 bond for Gassville man accused of alleged commercial burglary

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Gassville man was arrested Saturday after police were sent to a reported burglary in progress at a business in the 1700 block of South Blake Street. Ray McClure, 53, the suspect, has had prior convictions for robbery, theft of property, and breaking... Read More.