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A $5k bond was set for a Pine Bluff woman accused of stealing a wallet

Wednesday, April 10 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of stealing a wallet on Monday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge May Mays, 54, with theft of property. Reading from... Read More.

Jefferson County Road Department lays off nearly a dozen employees

Wednesday, April 10 by Alex Bivens

Nearly a dozen employees of the Jefferson County Road department have been laid off. According to County Judge Robinson, the layoffs were necessary because the County has witnessed a reduction in state turn back funding. The judge says that Jefferson County has experienced a 40-percent... Read More.

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Many could see their summer plans “grounded”

Wednesday, April 10 by Rick Walker

As the summer months approach, many are looking to fly off to seek fun in the sun, or check out the sights in one of America's big cities. But engine recalls and delayed deliveries of new planes could cut down on the amount of... Read More.

Verizon customers can still get their settlement checks

Wednesday, April 10 by Rick Walker

Some Verizon customers could soon be getting as much as $100 as part of a class action settlement the company is paying. To be eligible for the funds, you must file a claim within the next week. The lawsuit stems from the fact that... Read More.

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Stamp price could be on the rise again

Wednesday, April 10 by Rick Walker

The U.S. Postal Service could be asking for another rate hike on stamps. The price for stamps could be going from 68 cents to 73 cents. This would mark the largest one time hike in history. The request to raise the price was made... Read More.

Free Tree Friday scheduled for this week

Wednesday, April 10 by Rick Walker

April is the month for Arbor Day and Earth Day and with that in mind, the Jefferson County Extension Service with other partners are encouraging citizens to plant trees. This Friday, they will be handing out free seedlings to make it even more convenient.... Read More.

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Pfluger discusses non traditional students

Tuesday, April 9 by Greg

On Monday, schools in the Pine Bluff area shut down so that students could devote their attention to the solar eclipse. Southeast Arkansas College made the decision to shut down as well and the school’s interim President, Dr. Stacy Pfluger explained why when she appeared... Read More.

Attorney General praises court decision on voting machines

Tuesday, April 9 by Ray King

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin is praising the State Supreme Court’s recent decision on voting machines used in Arkansas elections. On Friday, April 5, Griffin issued a statement following the same day’s ruling by the Arkansas Supreme Court in Arkansas Voter Integrity Initiative v. Thurston... Read More.

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A $1,500 bond was set for a Pine Bluff woman accused of felony fleeing

Tuesday, April 9 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $1,500 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman who refused to stop for an Arkansas State Trooper and the trooper had to perform a PIT maneuver, forcing her vehicle to spin around in the roadway. Jefferson County District Judge Kim... Read More.

Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County Completes Entergy Arkansas ‘Select Site’ Recertification for Jefferson Industrial Park Site

Monday, April 8 by Alex Bivens

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Officials with the Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County and Entergy Arkansas recently announced the completed recertification of the Jefferson Industrial Park Select Site through the utility company’s program. “Entergy’s Select Site certification distinguishes Jefferson County from other communities and shows... Read More.

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State legislature prepares for budget session

Monday, April 8 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers are convening at the Capitol and their top agenda item is taking up Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ $6.3 billion proposed budget for the coming year. The session also could include efforts to tweak or outright repeal a law dealing... Read More.

Dr. Rebecca Lochmann Wins Distinguished Service Award at Aquaculture America Conference

Monday, April 8 by Alex Bivens

Pine Bluff, AR — Dr. Rebecca Lochmann, professor of aquaculture and fisheries at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, was recently presented the Distinguished Service Award at the Aquaculture America conference held in San Antonio, Texas. Hosted by the U.S. Aquaculture Society (USAS)... Read More.

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