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Two Suspects Arrested in Pine Bluff Shooting; Third Still at Large

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department’s Detective Division has made major progress in the investigation of a Tuesday, October 21, shooting at 1202 South Cherry Street. Detectives announced that Alonzo Harris and Tyler Thorns are now in custody, while a third suspect remains at large. According to... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Multiple Ordinances; Seven Justices Call for New Special Meeting

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has issued a formal veto of several ordinances that were approved during a special called meeting of the Quorum Court held on September 23, 2025. In a letter dated October 24 to County Clerk Shawndra Taggart, Robinson wrote, “I hereby... Read More.

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County Judge orders County Clerk to pay claim for back pay

Friday, October 24 by Ray King

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson on Thursday instructed the Jefferson County Clerk to pay a $53,052.45 claim he had submitted for back payments he should have received this year. Earlier in the year, the Arkansas Legislature stepped in when Robinson and the Quorum... Read More.

Police Seek Suspects in July 18 Homicide of Markee Avery in Pine Bluff

Friday, October 24 by Alex Bivens

Authorities are seeking two individuals for questioning in connection with a July homicide in Pine Bluff. According to the Pine Bluff Police Department, Demarious Brothers, 34, and Cierra Toomer, 28, are wanted for questioning in the July 18, 2025, killing of Markee Avery at 1212... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Expands Opportunity House to 24/7 Operation for Residents in Need

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

The City of Pine Bluff held a re-grand opening of the Opportunity House on Thursday, marking an important milestone as the facility expands from a daytime service center to a full 24/7 operation. The expansion highlights the city’s ongoing commitment to providing critical resources, shelter,... Read More.

Arkansas Law Blocks Recall Elections for Jefferson County Officials Amid Growing Frustrations

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

As frustrations grow among Jefferson County residents over ongoing tensions within county government, many have been asking whether members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court can be removed through a recall election. According to the Association of Arkansas Counties, the answer is no — Arkansas... Read More.

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Charges filed in April accident that resulted in death of White Hall basketball coach

Friday, October 24 by Ray King

By Ray King A 36-year-old Pine Bluff man who was involved in a traffic accident in April that resulted in the death of a second man has been charged in the case. Prosecutors say Darrion Williams was “in actual physical control of a vehicle while intoxicated’... Read More.

Pine Bluff Man Charged with Domestic Battery for Assaulting Elderly Cousin

Friday, October 24 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $1,500 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man accused of hitting an elderly cousin causing injuries. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Michael Branson Jr., 21, with second-degree domestic... Read More.

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Bulldogs Xavier Wallace is week 7 Kevin Bonnette State Farm POW

Thursday, October 23 by Greg

White Hall Bulldog Xavier Wallace is the week 7 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week. Wallace ran for 130 yards in the Bulldogs win over Watson Chapel lat Friday night. This week the Bulldogs host Maumelle Friday night at 7pm. ... Read More.

UAPB, Prairie View team up for landowners conference

Thursday, October 23 by Ray King

Pine Bluff, AR — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Small Farm Program, in collaboration with Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU), recently hosted the 12th Annual Cooperative Extension Program Landowners’ Conference at the Southwest Arkansas Research and Extension Center (SWREC) in Hope,... Read More.

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Southeast Arkansas College Athletic Director Chad Kline Discusses Building Athletics and Community Involvement

Thursday, October 23 by Alex Bivens

Southeast Arkansas College Athletic Director Chad Kline was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show Thursday where he talked about starting the program from scratch and what he wanted to see it grow into. Jennifer Lipp was sitting in for Morning Show host Greg... Read More.

Free legal clinic offered for veterans in Monticello

Thursday, October 23 by Ray King

The Delta Justice Center and the Veterans Legal Services Clinic at the UALR William H. Bowen School of Law will again partner to host a legal clinic for veterans. This free event will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. to... Read More.

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