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Senate Republicans confident Court will uphold Congressional map

Friday, October 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to a news release Friday, October 15th, the Arkansas Senate Republican Caucus responded to the new Congressional maps stating, “The Senate Republican caucus fully rejects any notion that the congressional map passed by the legislature is out of line with Supreme Court precedent.... Read More.

Saracen Casino sponsors ASC Fall Youth Cooking Series

Thursday, October 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Arts & Science Center announced that their new exciting and innovative youth cooking series is back this fall, with even more fun learning opportunities on tap sponsored by Saracen Casino Resort. Their website has the Registration information that is now open for the... Read More.

Pine Bluff URA starts demolition of condemned house next to local school playground

Wednesday, October 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency has been working diligently throughout the year to complete its list of demolition projects to remove dilapidated properties from throughout the community. On Wednesday, October 13th the agency began its fourth demolition of the month at 606 W.... Read More.

White Hall School District Board meeting talks annual reports; mask policy update

Tuesday, October 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

The White Hall School District, like most districts in Jefferson County, met for their monthly meeting. The most prevalent topic was the annual report to the public. Debbie Jones, the Administrative Assistant, presented the report focusing on specific points including a staff report, enrollment... Read More.

Watson Chapel School Board acknowledges staff and student for acheivement

Tuesday, October 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

During the monthly Watson Chapel School District board meeting on Monday, October 11th the board had a special recognition award presented to a staff member and highlighted a special student for their monthly Wildcat Warrior Spotlight section.Franky Hemphill a teacher and the Chairperson of... Read More.

Watson Chapel Assistant Superintendent presented Annual Report to board

Monday, October 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Watson Chapel School District (WCSD) met for their monthly meeting on Monday, October 11th beginning with the Annual Report to the Public at 5:30 and the regular session at 6 pm. The Annual Report was led by Assistant Superintendent LaDonna Spain who reported the... Read More.

UAM to offer State’s only Master Degree in Nursing

Monday, October 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

The University of Arkansas at Monticello announced in a news release Monday, October 11, that they will offer a new Master of Science in Nursing in public health to provide nurses with needed skills to help patients and their communities live healthier lives.The program,... Read More.

Pine Bluff Convention Center to Host R&B Concert for Homecoming

Monday, October 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Convention Center is hosting an R&B Homecoming Concert sponsored by Saracen Casino to finish the Homecoming week on Saturday, October 16th featuring celebrity artists Eric Benet, SWV, and Comedian LAV LUV. The concert will follow the homecoming football game Saturday, with... Read More.

Talbot provides more info on new hospital facility

Friday, October 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Thursday, Jefferson Regional Hospital announced plans to build and operate a new inpatient rehabilitation facility in Jefferson County. Wendy Talbot of Jefferson Regional appeared on the Oldies 101.3 morning show Friday and talked about what the hospital is going to do. ) Jefferson Regional will partner... Read More.

Governor candidate Chris Jones responds to new Congressional Maps

Friday, October 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Legislature has finished its work on redistricting after drawing the state’s new congressional district maps. These new congressional districts are predicated on dividing the state’s largest county, its capital city, and its majority African-American and Latino/a communities into three... Read More.

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Rutledge Announces Arkansas, Cities and Counties to Split $216 Million in Opioid Settlement

Friday, October 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge today stood with local law enforcement and leaders from cities and counties throughout the State to announce the signed Arkansas Opioids Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The agreement clarifies the allocation and use of $216... Read More.

Monticello police arrested man on multiple alleged felony charges

Friday, October 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, Michael DelAngel, 25, was apprehended by Monticello Police Officers earlier this week and faces multiple felony charges in connection with alleged kidnapping, burglary, battery, and theft incidents.MPD officers arrested DelAngel moments after it was reported to the... Read More.