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Mayor Shirley Washington recaps Thursday’s Solidarity Rally

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington on Friday said she thought the Solidarity Rally which was held on the steps of City Hall Thursday went very well, even though there were not as many people at the site as she had expected, but... Read More.

Police arrest woman in alleged armed disturance

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Wednesday after she allegedly pointed a gun at two people the previous day. When she was questioned, Mikasha Boston, 37, denied having a gun and also said she did not try to run over the alleged victims... Read More.

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Chief Shauwn Howell discusses construction of new fire station

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Chief Shauwn Howell said Friday that construction on the new fire station located near the Saracen Casino is nearly completed but there is currently no timeline on when it will be put into service. Appearing on the... Read More.

Bond set in reported robbery

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King A $20,000 bond was set Friday for a man accused of robbing another man at a convenience store on May 30. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Alex Reed, 29, with robbery... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Solidarity Rally done with vehicles and radio

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

By Ray King It was billed as a Solidarity Rally at the Pine Bluff City Hall Thursday, but this rally was done with a major difference. Instead of people standing next to each other cheering and shouting, those attending were asked to sit in their vehicles... Read More.

Free COVID-19 testing scheduled in SeArk

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

Free COVID-19 testing events have been scheduled for this week and next in cities in Southeast Arkansas. According to the McGehee Dermott Times-News, testing will take place Friday at the Dumas Community Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Thursday, June 11 at the... Read More.

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PBPD’s Denise Richardson promoted to Deputy Chief

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

By: Ray King Pine Bluff Police Capt. Denise Richardson has been promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief. Police Chief Kelvin Sergeant promoted Richardson Monday. She replaced Deputy Chief Terry Hopson who retired and is assigned to the Administration Division. Sergeant said Richardson has served in all... Read More.

Governor expresses concern about protests spreading COVID-19

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

By Ray King Governor Asa Hutchinson on Thursday said he was concerned about the large gatherings of people in Arkansas who have been protesting the death of George Floyd could lead to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. “I hope they’re all careful and... Read More.

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UAMS study: CDB supplements can be harmful to gut

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK – Researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and the University of Mississippi are warning in the first study of its kind that CBD supplements in high doses can be harmful to the gut microbiome. The study, “Potential Probiotic or... Read More.

Dozens arrested in protests at Little Rock

Wednesday, June 3 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Dozens of people were arrested at protests in downtown Little Rock over the death of George Floyd, the governor said Wednesday as demonstrations continued in Arkansas’ capital city. Gov. Asa Hutchinson said 79 people were arrested late Tuesday after protests... Read More.

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Police chief says soft approach planned at solidarity rally Thursday

Wednesday, June 3 by Ray King

By Ray King Pine Bluff Police Chief Kelvin Sergeant on Wednesday said officers will be present for a “solidarity rally” planned Thursday on the steps of City Hall but said there will be a “soft approach.” The rally is in response to the death of George... Read More.

Robinson: Juvenile Detention Center may have to close due to lack of revenue

Wednesday, June 3 by Ray King

By Ray King After a lengthy discussion, the Jefferson County Quorum Court on Tuesday voted to appropriate what funds are available to operate the juvenile detention center and adult jail but those appropriations will be far short of what Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., said were... Read More.

Author: Ray King

Mayor Shirley Washington recaps Thursday’s Solidarity Rally

Police arrest woman in alleged armed disturance

Chief Shauwn Howell discusses construction of new fire station

Bond set in reported robbery

Pine Bluff Solidarity Rally done with vehicles and radio

Free COVID-19 testing scheduled in SeArk

PBPD’s Denise Richardson promoted to Deputy Chief

Governor expresses concern about protests spreading COVID-19

UAMS study: CDB supplements can be harmful to gut

Dozens arrested in protests at Little Rock

Police chief says soft approach planned at solidarity rally Thursday

Robinson: Juvenile Detention Center may have to close due to lack of revenue

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