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Arkansas pediatrics group says it doesn’t support statewide return to school

Wednesday, July 22 by Greg

The Arkansas chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics says it does not support a statewide return to school in August, according to a press release.Recently the AAP released guidance on re-opening schools with a “goal of having students physically present in school” yet... Read More.

Warren man dies in Bradley county crash

Wednesday, July 22 by Greg

A Warren man died after a crash in Bradley County on Tuesday, according to the Arkansas State Police.According to the ASP police report, 58-year-old Gary S. Lloyd of Warren was driving a 2013 Ford north on Highway 63 around 4:25 p.m. Lloyd failed to... Read More.

Uncertainty abounds as college teams scramble to find games

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

Arkansas State’s opener at Memphis on Sept. 5. was still on the schedule as of Tuesday. That much athletic director Terry Mohajir knows. Mohajir has no idea who the Red Wolves will play the following week or the week after that. “I wish I could tell... Read More.

JCSO promotes two employees

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. has announced the promotion of two employees that has taken effect as of Wednesday, July 15th.The Captain of the Training Division, Gary McClain, was promoted to Major of Operations and the Lieutenant of the Criminal Investigation Division, John... Read More.

Outland Trophy Watch List Features A-State’s Horst

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

Arkansas State junior offensive lineman Jarrett Horst has been named to the 2020 Outland Trophy Watch List, announced Tuesday by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) and featuring 85 FBS standout interior linemen from around the nation. Horst is now the second A-State player... Read More.

UAPB Director of Athletics Chris Peterson discusses the SWAC’s decision to move fall sports

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

It was announced late Monday that the Southwestern Athletic Conference has decided to postpone all scheduled fall contests along with SWAC championships due to continuing concerns related to the COVID-19 global pandemic.The fall sports impacted include men’s and women’s cross country, football, women’s soccer... Read More.

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Cecil James Watson, 40, Pine Bluff

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

Booking #: 113264Age: 40Gender: MaleRace: CaucasianAddress: Pine Bluff, ARBooking Date: 07-20-2020 - 9:01 pmCharges:Domestic Battering III Possession of controlled substances

Takemma Shelby, 39, Pine Bluff

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

Booking #: 117661Age: 39Gender: FemaleRace: African AmericanAddress: Pine Bluff, ARBooking Date: 07-20-2020 - 8:43 pmCharges:Domestic Battering III

Lane/Exit closures beginning on I-530 in Pine Bluff

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

Drivers along I-530 in Pine Bluff will experience lane closures and the closure of an exit ramp over the next couple of weeks due to tree removal and repairs.The southbound lane between Exit 35 and Exit 36 will close Tuesday, July 21 for approximately... Read More.

Jalen Deshaun Hall, 19, Pine Bluff

Tuesday, July 21 by Greg

Booking #: 174823Age: 19Gender: MaleRace: African AmericanAddress: Pine Bluff, ARBooking Date: 07-20-2020 - 4:10 pmCharges:AGGRAVATED ASSAULT Theft of property-THEFT OF PROPERTY / ALL OTHER Breaking or entering-BREAKING OR ENTERING / BUILDING OR STRUCTURE

Pine Bluff City Council passes resolution to rename Merrill Center

Monday, July 20 by Greg

By Ray KingA resolution to establish a task force to consider renaming the Merrill Community Center was approved without dissent by the Pine Bluff City Council Monday night.The resolution was sponsored by Council Member Ivan Whitfield who explained his reasons for sponsoring it.The resolution... Read More.

UAPB AD Chris Peterson will be on Oldies 101.3 Tuesday Morning at 8:35

Monday, July 20 by Greg

The Southwestern Athletic Conference officially postponed all fall sports including football. Football will now be held in the spring.UAPB's Athletic Director Chris Peterson will join Greg Horne and Will Jenkins on The Voice of the Deltaplex, Oldies 101.3 fm Tuesday morning at 8:35 to... Read More.