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Former Police Chief Sues City of Pine Bluff for Wrongful Termination

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

Denise Richardson, the former Pine Bluff Police Chief, has initiated a lawsuit against Mayor Vivian Flowers and the City of Pine Bluff following her termination on March 11. The lawsuit claims that shortly after Mayor Flowers assumed office, she engaged in discussions with Richardson about... Read More.

Dorian Henry II Secures Scholarship to Baylor’s Prestigious Museum Studies Program

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

For magna cum laude graduate Dorian Henry II, a love for sneakers led to a passion for art, a shift in academic focus, and ultimately, a scholarship to one of the nation’s leading museum studies programs. The visual arts major from Austin, Texas graduated Saturday... Read More.

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Arkansas Launches Online Service for Replacement IDs and Licenses

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas residents can now order replacement IDs and licenses online. The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announced that starting May 12, individuals needing duplicate licenses can request them via the internet, and the DFA will mail them out. This new service aims to... Read More.

Sergeant Clayton Cantrell Graduates Prestigious Law Enforcement Leadership Program

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) has announced that Sergeant Clayton Cantrell graduated from the School of Law Enforcement Supervision (SLES) session LXII on May 9, 2025. SLES is a comprehensive four-week program dedicated to enhancing leadership and management skills among Arkansas law enforcement supervisors.... Read More.

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Desha County Court Sentences: Recent Plea Deals and Jury Verdicts

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

In Desha County Circuit Court last week, several individuals accepted negotiated pleas and received their sentences. Niaka Harris was sentenced to three years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections for fleeing in a vehicle, with an additional three years of suspended imposition of sentence (SIS). Kendrick... Read More.

Redfield Man Faces $15,000 Bond for Drug Charges

Monday, May 12 by Greg

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Monday for a Redfield man on drug related charges. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Jeffery Reynolds, 46, with possession of a controlled substance and possession of... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Woman Accused of Assaulting Elderly Woman Faces Charges and Revoked Probation

Monday, May 12 by Greg

By Ray King A $2,500 cash only bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman currently on probation who is accused of hitting an elderly woman during an altercation Friday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause... Read More.

Arkansas Launches Click It or Ticket Campaign to Boost Seat Belt Use

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Arkansas Highway Safety Office (AHSO), and Arkansas law enforcement are emphasizing the importance of seat belt use in conjunction with the national Click It or Ticket campaign. This high-visibility seat belt enforcement... Read More.

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Arkansas State Police investigating Des Arc Shooting

Friday, May 9 by Luke Matheson

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, the Des Arc Police Department sought assistance from the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division following a fatal incident in the 300 block of South 15th Street in Des Arc. Officers responded to a 911 call at the location and... Read More.

Poyen City Council gets new member

Friday, May 9 by Ray King

A new member was added to the Poyen City Council during its most recent meeting. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, Sherri Tittle was appointed to fill the vacant Position 2 on the council. Beginning this month, residents will see an increase on trash pickup fees.... Read More.

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A $25k bond was set for a LR man on drug related charges

Friday, May 9 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Friday for a Little Rock man on drug related charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Vincent Brown, 50, with two counts of possession of a controlled... Read More.

A $50k cash only bond set for a man being charged with committing a terroristic act

Friday, May 9 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $50,000 cash only bond was set Friday for a Redfield man currently on probation who was accused of firing a shot at the father of his former girlfriend. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable... Read More.

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