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Pine Bluff officials participate in march against domestic violence

Tuesday, October 17 by Greg

Kimberly Clay with Family Vibes Incorporated talks about why her organization, joined the March against domestic violence. Deputy Chief Shirley Warrior believes that the march is bringing awareness to the community…and that it’s making a difference. Officials from various non profits, law enforcement, the circuit court,... Read More.

EPA fines Evergreen Packaging for violation of Clean Air Act

Tuesday, October 17 by Ray King

DALLAS, TEXAS (October 16, 2023) – On September 27, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a consent agreement and final order (CAFO) with Evergreen Packaging LLC (“Evergreen”) for alleged Clean Air Act (CAA) violations. The CAFO alleges that Evergreen failed to control hazardous... Read More.

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Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson discussed the latest Quorum Court fiasco

Tuesday, October 17 by Alex Bivens

On Monday night, the Jefferson County Quorum Court failed to take any action on a 10-item agenda including money for the road department, sheriff’s office and the county judge. Squabbles between Judge Gerald Robinson and some members of the county’s legislative body have continued... Read More.

Barton man killed in Arkansas County accident

Tuesday, October 17 by Ray King

A one-vehicle accident near Dewitt in Arkansas County Monday resulted in the death of a Barton man. According to a preliminary report, Cedric Moore, 60, was westbound on Arkansas Highway 276 near Devore Road when the 2017 Mack truck he was driving crossed the eastbound... Read More.

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PB City Council Approves Several Resolutions, New Appointee for PB Advertising and Promotion Committee

Tuesday, October 17 by Staff

On Monday, the Pine Bluff City Council held their monthly meeting to discuss proposed ordinances and resolutions. The first action item up for discussion was an ordinance which was up for its 3rd and final reading. This ordinance provides for rezoning of certain territory... Read More.

Quorum Court again accomplishes nothing

Monday, October 16 by Greg

By Ray King Another month, another meeting of the Jefferson County Quorum Court that accomplished nothing. With Justice of the Peace Danny Holcomb absent, the county’s legislative body failed to move even one piece of legislation from the finance committee to the full court in a... Read More.

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Fells announces run for Ward 3 Pine Bluff City Council

Monday, October 16 by Greg

My name is William Fells III. I am excited to officially announce my candidacy for the Pine Bluff City Council Ward 3 position. Born and raised in Pine Bluff, I am proud to call this community my home. I am a graduate of Ridgway... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Chief Denise Richardson discussed UAPB’s Homecoming and the increased police presence for the events

Monday, October 16 by Alex Bivens

Homecoming activities at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff began Sunday and will continue thorough out the week, culminating with the football game Saturday, followed by parties and gatherings at a number of locations. While last year was quiet, there were several shootings and... Read More.

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$100k bond set for Pine Bluff man previously convicted of multiple felonies, after loaded gun was found in the vehicle he was driving

Monday, October 16 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man previously convicted of several felonies after a loaded gun was found in the vehicle the man was driving. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable... Read More.

Unidentified man killed in accident near Noble Lake

Monday, October 16 by Ray King

A two-vehicle accident north of Noble Lake on U.S. 65 south Saturday resulted in the death of one person and injuries to a second. According to a preliminary report, the victim, an unidentified male was northbound on U.S. 65 when the vehicle he was driving... Read More.

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$10k bond set for PB man arrested after an alleged fight that resulted in injuries to another man

Monday, October 16 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Thursday following an investigation into an alleged fight in September that resulted in injuries to another man. Brendan Coleman, 23, allegedly pulled the victim out of a vehicle following an incident at Sonny’s Bar on Sept. 24... Read More.

City officials explain audit findings to state panel

Sunday, October 15 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington told the Joint Auditing Committee of the State Legislature that more training will take place on procurement procedures after the city was called on the carpet to explain findings of a city audit. According to a story in the Pine... Read More.

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