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Pine Bluff Police Seek Public Help to Locate Suspect in Breaking and Entering Case

Tuesday, April 28 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted in connection with a recent breaking or entering incident. Authorities are searching for 36-year-old Kelsey Green, who is wanted for breaking or entering related to an incident reported April... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Seek Public Help to Locate Suspect in Business Vandalism Case

Tuesday, April 28 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with a criminal mischief case involving damage to a local business. Authorities are searching for 20-year-old Antorious Scott, who is wanted on a charge of first-degree criminal... Read More.

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Suspect Arrested in Jefferson County Theft and Burglary Spree After Multi Agency Investigation

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

A man is in custody following a multi-agency investigation into a series of thefts and burglaries across Jefferson County and other parts of Arkansas. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, 32-year-old Paul Weeks has been identified as a suspect in multiple... Read More.

Inmate Dies After Medical Emergency at Jefferson County Detention Center

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

An inmate at the W.C. “Dub” Brassell Detention Center has died following a medical emergency, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said detention center staff responded at approximately 4:06 p.m. on April 27 to detainee Eddie Williams, who was experiencing a medical issue... Read More.

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Cleveland County Sheriff Promotes Safe Prescription Drug Disposal with Take-Back Program

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its efforts to combat prescription drug misuse by participating in the Statewide Drug Take-Back Program. The program provides residents with a safe and secure way to dispose of unused or unwanted medications at the sheriff’s office dispatch center,... Read More.

Senate Bill Seeks to Allow SNAP Recipients to Buy Hot Rotisserie Chicken

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

A bipartisan effort in the U.S. Senate to allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to purchase hot rotisserie chicken is drawing attention in Arkansas, where state and federal leaders have already pushed for similar changes. The proposal, known as the Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act,... Read More.

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McGehee Mayor Jeff Owyoung Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection

Monday, April 27 by Ray King

McGehee Mayor Jeff Owyoung has announced he will not seek reelection when his term expires at the end of this year. In a lengthy statement to the McGehee Dermott Times News, Owyoung said “After much prayer and careful consideration, I have made one of the... Read More.

Pine Bluff Woman Charged with Domestic Battery After Altercation with Man

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $2,500 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of hitting a man during an altercation Sunday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Carla Jones, 51, with second-degree domestic... Read More.

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Arkansas Lawmakers Launch First Rural Electric Cooperative Caucus to Shape Energy Future

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

For the first time in state history, Arkansas lawmakers have formed the Arkansas Rural Electric Cooperative Caucus, aimed at advocating for the interests of cooperative consumer-members across the state. The caucus is designed to provide lawmakers with information needed to make informed decisions about Arkansas’... Read More.

Super Bowl champion, former UAPB coach Monte Coleman dies

Sunday, April 26 by Luke Matheson

Monte Coleman, a Pine Bluff native who built a championship career in the NFL before returning home to lead the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff football program, has died, UAPB officials confirmed. He was widely regarded as one of the most influential football... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Woman Charged with Aggravated Assault After Shots Fired at Group

Friday, April 24 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $10,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of firing shots at a group of people Thursday afternoon. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Nautica White, 27, with... Read More.

Jefferson County Burn Ban Lifted

Friday, April 24 by Luke Matheson

The burn ban for Jefferson County has been lifted effective immediately, according to County Judge Gerald Robinson. While outdoor burning is now permitted, officials are urging residents to use extreme caution. Safety guidelines include attending fires at all times, avoiding burning during high winds and... Read More.

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