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Two vehicle accident in Little Rock claims life of one man

Wednesday, November 16 by Ray King

A Little Rock man was killed and a second one injured in a two-vehicle accident on Cantrell Road Tuesday morning. According to a preliminary report, Derek Reed, 39, was westbound on Cantrell Road when a 1976 1996 Mercedes driven by Owen Carroll, 75, ran the... Read More.

U of A hires Charles Robinson as new chancellor

Wednesday, November 16 by Deseray Mckinzy

The University of Arkansas has chosen its new leader. Rick Walker files this report.

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Bond set for man accused of pointing gun at two women

Wednesday, November 16 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of pointing a gun at two women on Nov. 6. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have a probable case to charge Diaundre Ellison, 23,... Read More.

Altheimer woman arrested after stealing vehicle

Wednesday, November 16 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An Altheimer woman was arrested Monday after she allegedly took a car belonging to another woman. During a court hearing Wednesday, Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set a $5,000 bond for Christa Rose Daniels, 29, after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

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URA approves the purchase of property and contracts for construction projects underway

Tuesday, November 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Urban Renewal Agency held its monthly meeting at the Donald W. Reynolds Center Tuesday with all commissioners present. There were four actions that needed to be addressed on the agenda including the September 2022 financial statement which was approved without contest. URA Director Chandra... Read More.

tips for staying healthy and on track during holidays

Tuesday, November 15 by Ray King

The holiday season finds many of us preparing grocery lists and coordinating family gatherings, Teresa Henson, Extension specialist-program outreach coordinator for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences, said. “Between the hustle and bustle of shopping and prepping... Read More.

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WCSD welcomes two members to board

Tuesday, November 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Watson Chapel School District held its regular meeting Monday night and welcomed to two members to the school board. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show Tuesday, Board Member Alan Frazier discussed that. Morning show host Greg Horne asked Frazier if Dutton chose not to... Read More.

Beebe man sentenced to federal prison on child porn allegation

Tuesday, November 15 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK—A Beebe man was sentenced yesterday afternoon for production of child pornography. United States District Court Judge Lee P. Rudofsky sentenced Joshua Sweat, 30, to 25 years in federal prison. In April 2019, police in Allen, Texas, notified the Little Rock Police Department that... Read More.

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Cash-only bond set for man accused of domestic battery

Tuesday, November 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $5,000 cash-only bond was set Tuesday for a Pine Bluff man previously convicted of misdemeanor domestic battery after he was accused of another incident. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Lekevious... Read More.

Walmart to pay off settlement in opioid crisis

Tuesday, November 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

The world's largest retailer has layed out its plans to pay off a settlement in the opioid crisis. Rick Walker has this report.

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Arts and Science Center of Southeast Arkansas Holiday Show planned for December

Tuesday, November 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Arts and Science Center of Southeast Arkansas will be presenting its Holiday Show on Saturday, December 17th. Lindsey Collins, the Theater Programs Director, joined Rick Walker on Sunrise Deltaplex to talk about this great family event. The event is something the whole family can... Read More.

Watson Chapel School Board approves construction bond for new high school; Elects new officers

Monday, November 14 by Staff

The Watson Chapel School District has received bids from six qualified investment firms for a Construction Bond needed to assist with construction costs of the new high schools. On Monday night the Watson Chapel School Board voted to award CINCaP Investment Group the winning... Read More.

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