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Empowering Rural Arkansas: Insights from AEDCs Becca Caldwell on Community Development Initiatives

Monday, May 5 by Luke Matheson

We've had the opportunity each month in 2025 to speak with officials from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission about a variety of topics related to the agency’s initiatives and the broader economic climate in the Natural State. This month we spoke with Becca Caldwell, director... Read More.

Tendai Musinga Graduates with Two Degrees from Two Universities in Arkansas

Monday, May 5 by Alex Bivens

When Tendai Musinga graduates, she will have not only one but two bachelor’s degrees–one from each of Arkansas’s land-grant universities. Musinga will have a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) and a bachelor’s degree in poultry... Read More.

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2 dead after single vehicle accident in Pine Bluff

Monday, May 5 by Ray King

A single vehicle accident in the early morning hours Sunday resulted in the deaths of two people. Pine Bluff Police Lt. David DeFoor identified the victims as Dennis Mendenhall, 20, and Daniel Thompson, 18, both of Pine Bluff. They were pronounced dead at the scene. The... Read More.

Arkansas Football Legend Harold Horton Remembered for Lasting Impact

Sunday, May 4 by Luke Matheson

Harold Horton, an influential figure in Arkansas football, passed away at 86. Born in DeWitt, Arkansas, Horton played as a defensive back for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks from 1959 to 1961 under coach Frank Broyles. During his tenure, the Razorbacks consistently excelled, sharing or... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Domestic Incident

Saturday, May 3 by Alex Bivens

On May 3, 2025, the Pine Bluff Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance at the Park View apartments, following a call from a family member. The situation escalated when a male occupant, Melvin Sanders, barricaded himself inside apartment 23. S.W.A.T. and negotiators were... Read More.

Rison Wildcats Secure First District Championship In 21 Years With Win Over McGehee

Friday, May 2 by Alex Bivens

Noah Matheson was dominant on the mound, as the hurler rang up 10 strikeouts in Rison Wildcats 4-0 victory over McGehee Owls on Friday. Matheson allowed one hit and zero runs over five innings. The win gives the Wildcats the 1 seed in the 3A... Read More.

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Desha County Sheriff’s Office searching for man on Burglary and Firearm Theft charges

Friday, May 2 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for Breion Martise Edwards, a 20-year-old man wanted on charges of Commercial Burglary and 13 counts of theft of a firearm. Edwards, originally from Springfield, Illinois, has a history of arrests for Burglary, Aggravated Assault, Possession of... Read More.

UAPB Signs MOU with National Black Growers Council, Ducks Unlimited for Lonoke Farm Advancements

Friday, May 2 by Alex Bivens

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) hosted a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signing ceremony on April 25 in collaboration with the National Black Growers Council (NBGC) and Ducks Unlimited for the Pearlie S. Reed/Robert L. Cole Small Farm Outreach Wetlands and Water... Read More.

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Scales at landfill increases Grant County revenue

Friday, May 2 by Ray King

At its most recent meeting, the Grant County Quorum Court received information on additional revenue the county has received with the addition of scales at the landfill. According to the Sheridan Headlight, Grant County Judge Randy Pruitt reported that by charging for weight instead of... Read More.

Woodlawn School District seeking two-mill tax increase

Friday, May 2 by Ray King

The Woodlawn School District is asking voters to approve a two-mill tax increase later this month. According to the Cleveland Count Herald, voters will also decide which of three candidates will win a position on the Woodland School Board. The candidates include current board member Larry... Read More.

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Student found with Airsoft Gun at Star City Middle School

Friday, May 2 by Luke Matheson

A student at Star City Middle School brought an airsoft gun to campus Friday morning, prompting swift action by school administrators. According to a press release, the staff and administration promptly addressed the situation after receiving a report about a student possibly possessing a weapon.... Read More.

New Life Church Project Provides New Home for Pine Bluff Teacher

Friday, May 2 by Alex Bivens

A teacher in the Pine Bluff School District has a new home thanks to a project of New Life Church. Pine Bluff School District Superintendent Jennifer Barbaree talked explained when she appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show. Barbaree said with the school year ending and... Read More.

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