UAMS Nursing School gets $300K grant

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing received a $300,000 grant from the Windgate Foundation.The grant will fund scholarships, student fees and book costs for 20 students enrolled in the College of Nursing.“We are continually inspired by... Read More.
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Pine Bluff man killed in accident in Little Rock

A Pine Bluff man was killed when he was struck by a vehicle in Little Rock Wednesday night.According to a preliminary report, Stanley White, 58, was crossing Stagecoach Road when he was struck by a 2003 Toyota 4Runner that was northbound at the time.White... Read More.

Go Forward sales tax ended Monday

After being collected for seven years, the five-eighths cent sales tax, commonly called the Go Forward tax has ended.Monday was the last day the tax was collected but Pine Bluff will continue to see tax money returned from the state for a couple of... Read More.
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Hot Springs man killed in motorcycle-vehicle accident

A Hot Springs man was killed Wednesday when his motorcycle hit the rear of a vehicle that failed to yield while crossing an intersection.According to a preliminary report, Bryce Metcalf, 22, was westbound riding a 2012 Honda CRB600 that was on U.S. 270B, Malvern... Read More.

Sheridan prepares for annual Timberfest celebration

The 41st annual Timberfest celebration takes place in Sheridan beginning Oct. 4 and continuing Oct. 5.According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, participants in saw cutting, ax throwingAnd other lumberjacking activities will be competing for Arkansas State Championships sponsored by Relyance Bank.The Chamber of Commerce... Read More.
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Staff reductions save Cleveland County School District nearly $420K

Cleveland County School District Superintendent Davy King has reported  that staff reductions have saved the district more nearly $420,000.In a report to the district published in the Cleveland County Hearld, King five classified positions and four certified positions have been eliminated since last year.King... Read More.

Two arrested on child porn allegations

LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement after agents in his Special Investigations Division made two arrests within 24 hours in separate cases involving child pornography:“Last night, agents from my office arrested Giovanni Ibarra, 25, of Sherwood on three... Read More.
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Chamber sets annual Farmers Appreciation Fish Fry

The Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce will host the 72nd Annual Farmers Appreciation Fish Fry on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 5 - 7 p.m. at Hestand Stadium featuring delicious King Kat catfish or chicken with all the trimmings.Tickets are $20 for Chamber Members... Read More.