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Gloria Tillman explains the assessment deadline is May 31st

Monday, May 20 by Alex Bivens

Jefferson County Assessor Gloria Tillman says the assessment deadline for personal and commercial property is May 31st. Tillman says if you missed the deadline, you will be penalized: Tillman says Assessments are state mandated…and not something that has been developed by local authorities: This year, Jefferson... Read More.

The Second Annual Jefferson County Fun Day was a success

Monday, May 20 by Alex Bivens

Last week, thousands of kids and adults gathered at the Martin Luther King Junior Park in Pine Bluff for the Second Annual Jefferson County Fun Day. The event included a fishing Derby, Free Food, Rides, games and prizes. Tim Maxwell’s entire family attended the event…he thinks the... Read More.

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Pine Bluff man killed in Thursday accident

Monday, May 20 by Ray King

A two-vehicle accident on the Martha Mitchell Expressway at Commerce Road Thursday resulted in the death of a Pine Bluff man. According to a preliminary report from the Arkansas Department of Public Safety, a 2004 GMC driven by Rudolph A. Atherley, 88 was southbound on... Read More.

UAPB Students Network, Gain Career Insights at Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week

Monday, May 20 by Alex Bivens

Pine Bluff, AR — Two University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff students of merchandising, textiles and design (MTD) recently attended Northwest Arkansas (NWA) Fashion Week in Bentonville, Arkansas, according to Yunru Shen, instructor of fashion and Fashion Network advisor for UAPB. At the event,... Read More.

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2nd Annual Jefferson County Community Fun Day Set this to Unite Families and Friends for a Day of Celebration

Friday, May 17 by Greg

County Judge Gerald Robinson is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2nd Annual Jefferson County Community Fun Day, scheduled to take place Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 8am to 3pm at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park in Pine Bluff (809 N. Haverty Street). This exciting... Read More.

Jada Thompson with the University of Arkansas discussed poultry processing plant closures and the effect it is having locally

Friday, May 17 by Alex Bivens

Last year’s closure of chicken processing plants in North Little Rock and Van Buren sparked a few questions in the mind of Jada Thompson, a poultry economist for the University of Arkansas. The poultry industry is vertically integrated, which means poultry companies contract with growers... Read More.

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Drew County Quorum Court approves funds for new car for Sheriff’s Department

Friday, May 17 by Ray King

At its most recent meeting, the Drew County Quorum Court approve legislation allowing the Sheriff’s Department to buy a vehicle, radios and necessary equipment. According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, an ordinance appropriating $64,000 for the vehicle and $26,000 for radios and equipment were approved. Sheriff... Read More.

Veterans Group honors Boozman

Friday, May 17 by Ray King

WASHINGTON – Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) honored U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) with its 2024 Leadership in Government Award in recognition of his advocacy for policies to improve the services and benefits veterans and their families have earned. “I’m proud to work with IAVA to ensure... Read More.

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High-flying Black Pilots of America soar back to Pine Bluff for Operation Skyhook May 24-26

Friday, May 17 by Alex Bivens

Prepare for an exhilarating weekend as the Black Pilots of America (BPA) touch down in Pine Bluff, Arkansas for their annual fly-in event, “Operation Skyhook.” Member chapters from all corners of the country converge at historic Grider Field at Pine Bluff Regional Airport for... Read More.

Morris gets 35 years in Urban Renewal case

Thursday, May 16 by Ray King

Update May 16, 2024 Thursday Judge Robert Edwards of Searcy sentenced Morris to 35 years in prison and fined $330,000 plus must pay restitution in amount of $667,000. Edwards handed down a sentence much harsher than the jury recommended. Jury advised to make each of... Read More.

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Arkansas Children’s Hospital gets grant to continue to study food allergies

Thursday, May 16 by Rick Walker

For the next seven years, researchers at Arkansas Children's Hospital will continue to host therapeutic trials and study food allergies thanks to new money allocated by the NIH. The $2.3 million allocated will be for studying allegies of tree nuts, milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat... Read More.

Time is running out for those in Pine Bluff looking for funds for emergency repairs

Thursday, May 16 by Rick Walker

Residents in Pine Bluff have until Tuesday to get money for emergency repairs through the Economic and Community Development Department of Pine Bluff. This program aims to provide emergency repair services to low-income homeowners who own and occupy properties as their primary residence and can... Read More.

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