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$15,000 bond set for man accused of allegedly threatening a person’s life

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of making threats to kill another person. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge John Boston, 22, with terroristic threatening.Deputy Prosecutor... Read More.

$20,000 bond set for suspect in alleged shooting incident

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Two people were arrested Friday after they were allegedly involved in a shooting incident on Olive Street. Alexis Smiles, 23, and Corey Verrien, 18, were taken into custody after police located a vehicle that was identified as the one the alleged shooters were... Read More.

Alexander announces run for reelection

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

First Ward City Council Member Joni Alexander announced Monday that she will be a candidate for reelection. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show, Alexander saidAlexander is completing her first term on the council, having defeated former council member Thelma Walker in a run-off for... Read More.

9-year-old Na’riya Ackles is preparing to compete in NAM Pageant

Friday, October 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

Na'riya Ackles who is a Pine Bluff native competed in the 2021 National American Miss State pageant (NAM) for the first time, June 3rd-5th in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and became a finalist as Little Miss Arkansas and the only girl from Pine Bluff to make... Read More.

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Lighthouse Academy host parade in honor of Breast Cancer

Thursday, October 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Lighthouse Academy located at 708 W 2nd Ave hosted a Pink Out parade in honor of breast cancer awareness on Thursday, October 21st. The parade featured all of their students from K-8th, a dance team, and the Pine Bluff Fire Department. Deltaplex radio was... Read More.

Westerman talks infrastructure plan; Congress main focus this week

Thursday, October 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman on Thursday was asked to comment on the $3.5 trillion dollar infrastructure plan, specifically, since the president has said that it will be paid for by increasing taxes on only those making more than $400,000. Speaking on the Oldies 101.3... Read More.

Arkansas Producers: Apply for 2022 EQIP Funds by Nov. 19

Thursday, October 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to a news release from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, now is the time for Arkansas producers to apply for cost-share assistance funded through the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) for the 2022 program year, Kandi... Read More.

County Judge discusses new buildings; Plans for the future

Wednesday, October 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson on Wednesday talked about efforts currently underway to remodel the County Courthouse, the three new county buildings that are currently under construction, and his hopes to add more new buildings in the future. Robinson was a guest on... Read More.

UAM Crowns Strolling Queen

Wednesday, October 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

The University of recently announced in a press release, Monticello Ark- There wasn't much time to celebrate for J'Naya Brown after being named the University of Arkansas at Monticello's Homecoming Queen Saturday. Brown, a senior from Rison, Arkansas, majoring in exercise science, was committed... Read More.

Pine Bluff URA approves downtown preservation consultant; Partnership with GFPB

Tuesday, October 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Urban Renewal Agency met for their monthly meeting Tuesday, October 19th at 5:30 all members were present including Chandra Griffin the new Interim Director of the agency. Among the items on the agenda, the commissioners approved six items on their agenda including a... Read More.

Jefferson County Quorum Court approved 15 ordinances; Presents COVID relief funds

Monday, October 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Jefferson County Quorum Court met for their monthly meeting on Monday, October 18th, at 5:30 pm, and with all Justices present approved all 15 ordinances on their agenda. Before those ordinances were addressed, the Quorum Court presented Covid relief funds to spouses or... Read More.

Alex Foundation launches internship for high school and college youth

Monday, October 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Alex Foundation, a 501 c-3, recently launched its internship in Lake Village for 10 high school and college youth. Participants were recommended by their high school counselor, classroom teacher, and from previous participation in Alex Foundation’s architecture and design programs.The internship provides work-based... Read More.