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Dr. Barbaree discussed the groundbreaking for the new high school campus

Wednesday, May 22 by Alex Bivens

With students in the Pine Bluff School District set to return to class on July 31, those who will be going to Pine Bluff High will find themselves at the former Jack Robey Junior High on South Olive Street. That’s because construction is set to... Read More.

Judge says lawyers can carry guns in any courthouse in the state

Wednesday, May 22 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — A Pulaski County Circuit Court Judge has ruled that attorneys are 'officers of the court' and are allowed to carry a handgun in any courthouse of the state of Arkansas. The court case stemmed from a local attorney, Chris P. Corbitt, who was... Read More.

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Highway Department reveals plans for widening of Highway 5

Wednesday, May 22 by Ray King

SALINE COUNTY — In Saline County, planning continues for the long-awaited widening of Highway 5. That expansion could have an impact on some businesses in Bryant. Dave Parker with the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) said construction for the project will not start for another two... Read More.

A $50k bond was set for a Pine Bluff man being charged with felony fleeing and being a felon in possession of a firearm

Wednesday, May 22 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $50,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man previously convicted of a felony after he was arrested following a police chase Sunday. Jefferson County Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Javonte Butler,... Read More.

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UAPB Baseball: Edwin De La Cruz Named SWAC Hitter of the Year; First Team All-Conference

Wednesday, May 22 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Baseball: Edwin De La Cruz Named SWAC Hitter of the Year; First Team All-Conference PINE BLUFF, AR - The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's Edwin De La Cruz has been named Hitter of the Year and First-Team All-Conference by the Southwestern Athletic Conference following his... Read More.

Graphyte donates $25,000 to Ward 3 community park

Tuesday, May 21 by Ray King

Pine Bluff, AR - May 20, 2024 – The City of Pine Bluff today announced a generous donation of $25,000 for a new community park from Graphyte, an environmental technology company backed by Bill Gates that launched in the city less than a year... Read More.

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PBSD Superintendent Dr. Barbaree talked about the upcoming school schedule

Tuesday, May 21 by Alex Bivens

The Pine Bluff School Board met Monday night for its regular meeting and Superintendent Jennifer Barbaree appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show Tuesday where she talked about what happened. Jennifer Lipp was filling in for Greg Horne and asked Barbaree about the school calendar... Read More.

A $5k bond was set for a man accused of hitting his elderly father

Tuesday, May 21 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Tuesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of hitting his elderly father during an altercation Sunday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Clyde Johnson Jr., 32, with... Read More.

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Pine Bluff City Council to sign contract with consulting firm to find new commercial businesses

Tuesday, May 21 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King With no dissent, the Pine Bluff City Council Monday adopted a resolution allowing Mayor Shirley Washington to sign a contract with a consulting firm whose job will be to find new commercial businesses, including restaurants, for the city. Retail Strategies LLC, an Alabama... Read More.

Hence back on track with strong weekend outing

Monday, May 20 by Rick Walker

After struggling in two consecutive starts, former Watson Chapel star Tink Hence pitched six dominating innings on Saturday to lead the Springfield Cardinals to a 3-2 win over the red hot Midland RockHounds. Hence gave up four hits and two earned runs while striking... Read More.

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Red Lobster files for bankruptcy. No word on closure on PB location

Monday, May 20 by Rick Walker

Restaurant chain Red Lobster has officially filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The chain plans to stay open, but will close even more locations than the 48 announced last week. No Arkansas locations, including the one in Pine Bluff were on the original list. The chain... Read More.

Bryant teacher sentenced to prison for having sex with minor

Monday, May 20 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK—Heather Hare, 33, of Conway, was sentenced to serve the next 13 years in federal prison for transporting a minor across state lines for the purpose of unlawful sexual activity. Hare was sentenced Thursday by United States District Judge Lee P. Rudofsky. The investigation... Read More.

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