Boozman promotes Small Business Saturday

WASHINGTON––U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) released the following statement promoting Small Business Saturday on November 26:   “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the lifeblood of our communities. They employ our family members, friends and neighbors while also giving back and supporting initiatives that... Read More.

UAPB slips by Alabama State 19-14

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Kayvon Britten ran for three touchdowns, including a game-winner with 49 seconds left in the fourth quarter, and Arkansas-Pine Bluff beat Alabama State 19-14 on Thursday. Britten carried it 28 times for 160 yards for UAPB (3-8, 1-7 SWAC). His 7-yard... Read More.
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One dead in Lee County accident

A one-vehicle accident in rural Lee County Thursday resulted in the death of one man. According to a preliminary report, Floydie Lee Billups, 70, was southbound on U.S. 79 when the Freightliner tractor-trailer he was driving left the roadway on the right side and when... Read More.

One killed, two hurt in Hot Springs accident

An elderly Hot Springs resident was killed and two people were injured in a one-vehicle accident in Hot Springs Monday. According to a preliminary report, the victim, Charles Coburn, 81, was inside an RV that was parked on the northside of Thornton Ferry Road when... Read More.
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Whitfield alleges Parks Director misspent tax dollars

Outgoing Pine Bluff City Councilmember Ivan Whitfield has filed a police report alleging Parks and Recreation Director Sam Glover misused tax money. Whitfield, who lost his bid for reelection, leaves office Dec. 31. He made the announcement during a meeting of the Public Works Committee where... Read More.

Nebraska downs UAPB 82-58 Sunday

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Juwan Gary scored 17 points, Blaise Keita had a double-double, and Nebraska rallied in the second half to defeat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 82-58 on Sunday. The Cornhuskers trailed 39-36 at halftime then shot 57% in the second half, outscoring the Golden Lions... Read More.
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One killed, 7 hurt in Lonoke County accident

One person was killed and seven injured in a three-vehicle accident in Lonoke County Friday morning. According to a preliminary report, Terry Newman, 60, of Lonoke was westbound on RKANSAS Highway 165 when the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu he was driving ran off he roadway to... Read More.

Sanders leads Hogs past Ole Miss

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Quarterback KJ Jefferson returned. So did Arkansas’ offensive firepower. But Rocket Sanders grabbed the spotlight. Sanders rushed for 232 yards and three touchdowns, including a 68-yarder on the opening drive of the second half, in a 42-27 rout of No. 14... Read More.
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30-year prison sentence for man convicted of 2020 murder

A Jefferson County jury on Thursday night convicted Ja’Monte Washington of first-degree murder stemming from a shooting death in 2000. Circuit Judge Rob Wyatt sentenced Washington to 30-years in prison and he will receive credit for the time he has spent in jail awaiting trial. Washington,... Read More.
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Council scores 19 in Hogs win over South Dakota State

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Ricky Council scored 19 points in No. 9 Arkansas’ 71-56 victory over South Dakota State on Wednesday night. Arkansas (3-0) used a 10-2 run over the last two minutes of the first half to build a double-digit halftime lead, an 11-0... Read More.

Kent State easily takes down UAPB

KENT, Ohio (AP) — Sincere Carry had 17 points in Kent State’s 94-68 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Wednesday. Carry added six rebounds and seven assists for the Golden Flashes (4-0). Giovanni Santiago scored 17 points, shooting 5 for 10 (3 for 4 from 3-point... Read More.