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Hutchinson issues indoor event directive

Wednesday, December 23 by Staff

Governor Asa Hutchinson issued a new directive on Tuesday saying that any indoor event with more than 10 people in has to be approved by the Department of Health.Hutchinson emphasized that it is not a ban on indoor events.“It just simply means you have... Read More.

Police searching for inmate after he escaped from Dumas jail

Wednesday, December 23 by Staff

Two inmates escaped from the Dumas jail Tuesday night around 8:40 p.m. One suspect, Billy Walls, was captured, while the second suspect is still at-large. Police say Lorenzo Williams was in the Dumas Jail on a parole violation. His rap sheet includes burglary, aggravated assault,... Read More.

Six Razorbacks Named All-SEC And All-Freshman

Tuesday, December 22 by Staff

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas earned seven spots on the 2020 All-SEC Coaches Team and All-Freshman Team. Redshirt senior linebacker Grant Morgan was named All-SEC first team, while sophomore wide receiver Treylon Burks, junior linebacker Bumper Pool and redshirt freshman safety Jalen Catalon garnered second... Read More.

Boozman Bulletin: Targeted COVID-19 Relief Coming to Arkansas

Tuesday, December 22 by Staff

This week, Congress approved additional COVID-19 relief for struggling Americans and hard-hit small businesses, along with additional funding to safely open schools and strengthen efforts to defeat the virus by dramatically increasing efforts to purchase and distribute lifesaving vaccines.The coronavirus doesn’t care if you... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council overturns Planning Commission ruling regarding garage apartment in Rosswood Colony

Tuesday, December 22 by Staff

The Pine Bluff City Council reversed a decision by the Planning Commission denying the request of Pamela Nelson to establish a garage apartment at 602 W. 73rd after a heated debate between Nelson, her supporters, and residents of the Rosswood Colony who opposed the... Read More.

PFF Tabs A-State’s Adams Jr. Honorable Mention All-American

Tuesday, December 22 by Staff

Arkansas State senior wide receiver Jonathan Adams Jr., the 2020 Sun Belt Conference Offensive Player of the Year, was named Monday to the Pro Football Focus (PFF) All-America Team as an honorable-mention selection. The Red Wolves placed a player on PFF’s All-America Team for the second... Read More.

Offensive Player of the Year Adams Jr. Among Seven A-State Players Named All-SBC

Tuesday, December 22 by Staff

Arkansas State senior wide receiver Jonathan Adams Jr. was named the Sun Belt Conference Offensive Player of the Year on Monday and was one of seven Red Wolves, including a pair of first-team selections, earning all-conference recognition. Joining Adams as a First Team All-Sun Belt pick for... Read More.

No. 2 Baylor cruises to 99-42 victory over Ark-Pine Bluff

Tuesday, December 22 by Staff

WACO, Texas (AP) — LJ Cryer and No. 2 Baylor set the tempo in a hurry and go into their Christmas break as the only Big 12 team without a loss. The Bears quickly jumped out to a double-digit lead, had only five turnovers all... Read More.

Council votes to name Aquatics Center after former Mayor Carl Redus Jr.

Monday, December 21 by Staff

The Pine Bluff City Council passed a resolution to name the Pine Bluff Aquatic Center after former Mayor Carl Redus, Jr. at Monday night’s meeting. All council members voted for the measure, with the exception of Alderman Win Trafford who decided to abstain from... Read More.

City of Pine Bluff to host “Miracle on 23rd Street” on December 22

Monday, December 21 by Staff

On December 22, seven local organizations will host Miracle on 23rd St. in hopes to make the load a little lighter and smiles a little brighter for the holidays for the families of 23rd Street, local foster care families, and youth in the community.The... Read More.

Deputy David Cockrell retires from Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

Monday, December 21 by Staff

Since 2007, Deputy David Cockrell has served with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. On December 21, 2020, family and friends celebrated his life of service to the Jefferson County community via Zoom at the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office to comply with current COVID-19 restrictions."Deputy... Read More.

Arkansas Headed To Texas Bowl To Take On TCU

Monday, December 21 by Staff

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – For the first time since 2016 the Arkansas Razorbacks are going bowling, being selected to play TCU in the Mercari Texas Bowl at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Dec. 31 at 7 p.m. on ESPN.The match-up against former Southwest Conference rival... Read More.