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Pine Bluff City Council to consider legislation allowing lease for new fire station

Friday, July 3 by Greg

By Ray KingThe Pine Bluff City Council on Monday will consider legislation allowing Mayor Shirley Washington to sign a lease with Saracen Casino for the new fire station that is being constructed near the site of the main casino.Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning... Read More.

Suspect in Dumas murder found dead from apparent suicide

Thursday, July 2 by Greg

Texas law enforcement authorities notified Special Agents of the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division shortly after 6 PM Thursday night that Lavern Blackmon of Conway (Arkansas) is dead.Preliminarily authorities in Conroe, Texas believe Blackmon died from a self-inflected gunshot wound.Conroe, Texas is... Read More.

AGFC urges boaters to be safe and socially conscious during holiday weekend

Thursday, July 2 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK — Boating enforcement officers with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission are working hard to keep our waters safe, and want to remind everyone to practice safe boating habits and social distancing recommendations as we head into the Independence Day holiday. They... Read More.

Body of woman found in home of man fatally shot by trooper

Thursday, July 2 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A woman’s body has been found inside the home lived in by a man who was fatally shot by a state trooper last weekend, according to Little Rock police. The body of Shavone Deshia Williams, 40, was found Sunday under... Read More.

AG Rutledge announces bid for Governor

Thursday, July 2 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK (AP) — Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge said Wednesday she's running for governor in 2022, setting up a potentially crowded and expensive Republican primary.Rutledge is the second candidate to announce a bid to succeed Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who is barred by... Read More.

Motorcycle crash claims life of teenager

Wednesday, July 1 by Greg

A motorcycle crash reported at 2:50 p.m. Tuesday resulted in the death of a teenager.Arkansas State Police reports that 18-year-old Ethan Traugott of Pine Bluff was riding his motorcycle north on Highway 54 near Camden Cutoff Road when he attempted to avoid another vehicle,... Read More.

Two minors injured, another one killed in Sunday evening UTV accident

Tuesday, June 30 by Greg

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to an UTV crash at approximately 6:32 p.m. Sunday night near Robinson Road near Highway 79 that resulted in the death of one minor and injuries to two other minors.The JCSO reports that all three minors were ejected... Read More.

Conway man wanted in connection with Desha county woman’s death

Tuesday, June 30 by Greg

Lavern Blackmon, 57, of Conway is wanted in connection with the abduction and murder of a Desha County woman.Special Agents of the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division were requested yesterday (Monday, June 29th) to lead the investigation after local law enforcement authorities were... Read More.

U.S. Pediatricians Call For In-Person School This Fall

Tuesday, June 30 by Greg

The nation's pediatricians have come out with a strong statement in favor of bringing children back to the classroom this fall wherever and whenever they can do so safely. The American Academy of Pediatrics' guidance "strongly advocates that all policy considerations for the coming school... Read More.

Salvation Army welcomes new leaders in Central Arkansas

Tuesday, June 30 by Greg

Majors Bill and Stephanie Mockabee, Lieutenant Tim Morrison and both of their families. They assumed their position on June 28 and are looking forward to getting to know the community and continuing the ministry of The Salvation Army in the Central Arkansas communities.The Salvation... Read More.

Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services offers safety tips for July 4 holiday

Tuesday, June 30 by Greg

It’s time for Fourth of July celebrations – fireworks, a backyard barbecue, maybe a trip to the water. Whatever people have planned, Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services wants them to enjoy their holiday and has steps they can follow to be safe.“We want... Read More.

United Way of Southeast Arkansas allocates over $5000.00 to partner agencies that feed and shelter

Tuesday, June 30 by Greg

The United Way of Southeast Arkansas is allocating over $5000.00 to local feeding and sheltering partner agencies due to generous donations made by local community members and businesses.“Our first priority are the individuals, families and seniors who rely on food banks and sheltering agencies... Read More.