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Barber shops/Beauty shops to reopen in Arkansas on May 6

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

By Ray KingContinuing his program to reopen businesses in Arkansas affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Asa Hutchinson on Friday announced that barber and beauty shops, spas, tattoo parlors and massage therapy facilities will be allowed to reopen May 6.On Wednesday, the Governor announced... Read More.

Council member Alexander gives thoughts on Pine Bluff reserve fund

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

By Ray KingA projected shortfall in revenue as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic has the Pine Bluff City Council searching for ways to stem the tide and keep the city operating.Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show Friday, Council member Joni Alexander talked... Read More.

Recycling center to close Saturdays

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

Beginning May 2nd, the Jefferson County E-Waste and Recycling Facility at 1800 E. Harding Ave. in Pine Bluff will be closed on Saturdays due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For additional... Read More.

Pine Bluff to host spring garden week

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

The City of Pine Bluff will be hosting a Spring Garden Week from May 9 through May 16.During this time, the Pine Bluff Community Garden will be open to the public from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.The purpose is to promote physical activity, healthy... Read More.

Supreme Court rejects McCray appeal

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

By Ray KingThe Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday rejected arguments from a man convicted of aggravated robbery who claimed that a judge denied his motion to dismiss the case because the man failed to get a speedy trial.Walter McCray Jr., 56, also contended that... Read More.

County judge asks elected officials to furlough employees

Thursday, April 30 by Ray King

By Ray KingJefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson on Thursday asked elected officials and department heads to furlough 30 percent of their employees as the county struggles with a loss of revenue due to the Corona virus.During a virtual meeting with elected officials, Robinson said... Read More.

Restrictions on gyms, fitness centers lifted by Governor

Thursday, April 30 by Ray King

By Ray KingGovernor Asa Hutchinson announced Thursday that he is lifting the restrictions on gyms, physical fitness centers and indoor athletic facilities effective Monday, May 4 with limits on social distancing.At his daily COVID-19 press conference, the Governor listed some of the things the... Read More.

Council seeks solutions to save money because of Coronavirus

Thursday, April 30 by Ray King

By Ray KingMembers of the Pine Bluff City Council on Thursday began the process of trying to figure out how to deal with what is expected to be a big decline in revenue through the end of the year because of the Corona virus.At... Read More.

Two killed, one hurt in Bradley County accident

Thursday, April 30 by Ray King

Two minors were killed and a third person injured in a two-vehicle traffic accident in Bradley County early Thursday morning.According to a preliminary report from the Arkansas State Police, a male and female minor who were not identified were riding in a 2007 Honda... Read More.

Governor updates Coronavirus pandemic, restaurants to reopen for dine-in service

Wednesday, April 29 by Ray King

By Ray KingArkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson on Wednesday announced that restaurants in the state which have been prohibited from dine-in service because of the Corona virus pandemic will be able to resume that service on a limited basis May 11.The businesses will be limited... Read More.

County judge pushes census participation

Wednesday, April 29 by Ray King

According to Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson, Jefferson County has a 46.0% self-response rate as of the 27th of April to the 2020 census. The state average is 48.9%, and the national response rate is 53.2%.The importance of getting a complete COUNT for our... Read More.