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Three people wanted on numerous charges

Wednesday, May 6 by Rick Walker

The Pine Bluff Police Department Detective office is asking for assistance identifying the people in this photograph. They are wanted for Breaking or Entering (Vehicle) and several incidents of Fraudulent use of a Stolen Credit/Debit Card. These incidents happened on May 2, 2026. Anyone with information... Read More.

Pine Bluff Council Tables Proposal to Strengthen Renter Protections and Hold Landlords Accountable

Wednesday, May 6 by Haleigh Reichen

Some call Pine Bluff a city of renters while others say those renters don’t have many rights. Third ward council member William Fells wants to do something about that, introducing an ordinance he says will protect the renter giving renters the right to report landlords... Read More.

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UAPB Students Selected for Bayer Mentoring Program, Joining Record-Breaking Cohort of Top Universities

Wednesday, May 6 by Alex Bivens

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is participating in the 2026–2027 Bayer University Mentoring Program (B4U), following the program’s April 16 kickoff that launched the largest North American cohort in the program’s history. The 2026 cohort represents a new chapter for the program,... Read More.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail Expected With Incoming Storm System

Tuesday, May 5 by Grant Merrill

PINE BLUFF - Strong to severe thunderstorms are likely to form ahead of a cold front moving into central Arkansas. You can expect these storms to begin Tuesday afternoon and continue into Tuesday night. The main threats include damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall.... Read More.

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Christmas In May Business Expo Returns To Convention Center Thursday

Tuesday, May 5 by Grant Merrill

PINE BLUFF, Ark. — One of Pine Bluff’s largest annual business events is set to return this week as the Pine Bluff Regional Chamber hosts its “Christmas in May Business Expo.” The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 7 at the Pine Bluff Convention Center... Read More.

Three Killed In Crash Near Arch Street/Dixon Road Intersection

Tuesday, May 5 by Grant Merrill

LITTLE ROCK - A head-on collision on Highway 367 in Little Rock claimed three lives Saturday night, according to Arkansas State Police. The crash occurred at 9:19 p.m. at the intersection of Arch Street and Dixon Road in Pulaski County. One vehicle traveling northbound crossed... Read More.

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JRMC Celebrates National Nurses Week

Tuesday, May 5 by Grant Merrill

PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Jefferson Regional Medical Center is recognizing its nursing staff this week as part of National Nurses Week, kicking off the celebration Monday with a show of appreciation for the hospital’s frontline caregivers. Hospital officials marked the beginning of the week by... Read More.

BBQ Fundraiser Planned Friday For Officer Robert Rogers And Family

Tuesday, May 5 by Grant Merrill

WHITE HALL, Ark. — A community fundraiser is set for Friday, May 8 to support the family of Officer Robert Rogers as they face mounting medical expenses and ongoing challenges. Organizers are inviting residents across the area to take part in a BBQ chicken fundraiser... Read More.

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Success of GVI highlighted in national publication

Tuesday, May 5 by Rick Walker

The numbers don't lie. Reductions in violent crime in Pine Bluff are real and documented and now are being noticed around the country. As the Pine Bluff Police Department and the Sixth Division Circuit Court continues to lead the way, a recent feature in... Read More.

Warrior Lodge Opens in Southeast Arkansas Offering Free Housing for Cancer Patients

Tuesday, May 5 by Haleigh Reichen

Cancer patients in Southeast Arkansas now have a new resource to help ease the burden of treatment travel. Warrior Lodge has officially opened on the campus of Jefferson Regional Medical Center, offering free lodging for patients receiving care at the Jones-Dunklin Cancer Center. The facility... Read More.

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Income tax cuts for state residents have taken a step forward

Tuesday, May 5 by Rick Walker

As the special session enters it's second day, a proposal to once again cut the state income tax moved forward. Not everyone was happy with what would be the fourth time in the last four years a tax cut would be instituted. Senate Bill... Read More.

Two new firefighters ready to take on their new challenge in Pine Bluff

Tuesday, May 5 by Rick Walker

Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services welcomes its newest firefighters, Gavin Vaughn and Ian Seidenschwarz, who graduated from the Arkansas Fire Training Academy in East Camden on Friday, May 1, 2026. Chief Randy Compton said he is proud of the two new firefighters and... Read More.

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