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$20,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of breaking into local business

Wednesday, August 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man currently out on bond on theft allegations was arrested Monday after he was found hiding in the woods near a business that had been entered. Paul Lackey, 32, was taken into custody on two different incidents, the first in... Read More.

Mayor announces new program to improve students in Pine Bluff

Wednesday, August 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington on Wednesday announced a new program designed to improve the future of students in the city. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Washington talked about the program. Washington will host a town hall meeting at the Pine Bluff Convention Center... Read More.

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FBI searching for wire fraud suspect last seen in Central Arkansas

Wednesday, August 24 by Staff

The Little Rock FBI office is asking for help in their search for an Arkansas man who was allegedly involved in wire fraud and conspiracy to commit bank fraud. The FBI says that 25-year-old Johnathan Juan Lawrence and 22 others allegedly defrauded Bank of America... Read More.

GFPB Prepares for 2022 Mistletoe Magic Events

Tuesday, August 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

Pine Bluff, AR – Go Forward Pine Bluff (GFPB) is organizing and preparing for the holiday season that is quickly approaching. Save the date for this year’s “Mistletoe Magic: Believe in Miracles” event, consisting of several family-friendly events designed to kick off the holiday season,... Read More.

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Lincoln County in search of CDL drivers

Tuesday, August 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

Like many counties and cities across the state, Lincoln County is looking for people with Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL) to drive the trucks they use to haul gravel to road construction sites. On Tuesday, Lincoln County Judge Buddy Lynn Earnest was a guest on the... Read More.

Celebrating National Immunization Awareness Month

Tuesday, August 23 by Ray King

August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). Immunization is critical for keeping you, your loved ones and your community safe and healthy, Teresa Henson, Extension specialist - program outreach coordinator for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 1890 Cooperative Extension Program, said. “NIAM was... Read More.

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$500,000 bond set for two White Hall men accused of attempted capital murder

Tuesday, August 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Two White Hall men were arrested Sunday following a shooting at an apartment complex near the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff campus. Keelan Parker, 25, and Demond Mayzes, 19, were taken into custody after a search of the area and were wearing... Read More.

Sheridan STEM program receives $2k donation from Georgia-Pacific

Monday, August 22 by Staff

Sheridan High School recently received a $2,000 donation from Georgia-Pacific to go toward the school’s various STEM programs. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and mathematics and refers to any subjects that fall under these four disciplines. “Georgia-Pacific knows strong communities make life better for everyone: our... Read More.

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Little Rock man arrested after fleeing trooper

Monday, August 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Little Rock man who has pending felony charges in Pulaski County was arrested Saturday after a high-speed chase on Interstate 530 ended with the man wrecking the car he was driving. During a court hearing Monday, Deputy Prosecutor Beth Carson said Braylan... Read More.

$15,000 bond set for Pine Bluff man accused of terroristic threatening

Monday, August 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A 56-year-old Pine Bluff man was arrested Saturday after allegedly threatening a woman with a baseball bat. Zebbie Robinett was taken into custody after sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported armed disturbance at a residence on Old Star City Road. When they arrived,... Read More.

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$10,000 bond set for Pine Bluff man allegedly involved in breaking into parked vehicles

Monday, August 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $10,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of breaking into two parked vehicles on Aug. 3. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Cameron Harris. 21, with breaking... Read More.

Sheridan seeking grant to deal with street flooding

Monday, August 22 by Ray King

The City of Sheridan is looking at applying for a federal grant in an effort to reduce flooding in a downtown street. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, mayor Joe Wise said a section of Gum Street that connects Rose and Rock Streets by the... Read More.

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