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Dermott man arrested after allegedly having stolen items in stolen vehicle

Thursday, July 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to Drew County Arkansas Sheriff Mark Gober on Saturday July 9th, 2022 deputies were dispatched to Able Creek Rd in reference to a subject parked on the side of the road with possible stolen items inside of the vehicle. Deputies arrived in the area... Read More.

UAM nurse grads achieve 100 percent pass rate

Thursday, July 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

The 2022 graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program at the University of Arkansas at Monticello recently achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses, marking the second consecutive year that UAM’s AASN graduates... Read More.

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Simmons First National reports $27.5 million profit

Thursday, July 21 by Ray King

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) _ Simmons First National Corp. (SFNC) on Thursday reported second-quarter profit of $27.5 million. The Pine Bluff, Arkansas-based bank said it had earnings of 21 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 52 cents per share. The results topped Wall... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing, endangered man

Wednesday, July 20 by Staff

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is looking for a missing man out of the State of Ohio. William Robert Price, 53, was last seen in Strasburg, Ohio. There is an immediate concern for the health and welfare of Price, who is believed to be traveling... Read More.

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Senators propose repeal of VA co-payment requirement

Wednesday, July 20 by Ray King

WASHINGTON–– U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee responsible for Department of Veterans Affairs funding, introduced legislation to repeal the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) copayment requirement for veterans traveling to medical appointments. “Veterans in rural areas... Read More.

Denise Richardson sworn in as new Pine Bluff Police Chief

Wednesday, July 20 by Staff

In a ceremony before a packed room in the Sixth Division Circuit Court Room Wednesday afternoon Deputy Chief Denise Richardson was sworn in as the new Pine Bluff Police Chief by Judge Earnest Brown. Richardson will replace Chief Lloyd Franklin, who is retiring from... Read More.

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Tips for grilling and picnicking

Wednesday, July 20 by Ray King

July is National Grilling and National Picnic Month; an exciting combination as you plan family gatherings. There are some food safety rules you will want to follow when preparing foods for the grill and picnics, according to Teresa Henson, Extension specialist-program outreach coordinator for... Read More.

Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation partners with 13 HBCUs, including UAPB

Wednesday, July 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s HBCU Program is designed to partner with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) & other minority-serving institutions. They partner on an annual cycle to achieve benchmarks that promote favorable policies and practices in LGBTQ inclusion. Participating institutions can... Read More.

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East End Fire Department seeking fee increase

Wednesday, July 20 by Ray King

A proposal that would increase the amount homeowners in the East End of Grant County pay for fire protection will be decided by voters in August. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, residents currently pay $95 pe4r year and the ire department is asking for... Read More.

Chief Franklin discusses accomplishments on last day of the job

Wednesday, July 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

Wednesday was the final day for Police Chief Lloyd Franklin Sr., to occupy the office as he officially went back into retirement at noon when new Chief Denise Richardson was sworn in. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Franklin was asked about the success... Read More.

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16-year-old girl charged as adult in murder investigation

Wednesday, July 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An investigation into the shooting death of a Pine Bluff teenager Monday afternoon has resulted in the arrest of a 16-year-old-girl who will be charged as an adult with capital murder. Naomi Jiminez was one of two teens who were questioned after they... Read More.

Democrat candidate for Governor calls for teacher raises

Wednesday, July 20 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Gubernatorial hopeful Chris Jones on Tuesday called for increasing Arkansas teacher salaries, following a push by fellow Democrats to put teacher pay raises on the agenda for a legislative session next month. Jones endorsed a proposal that Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson... Read More.

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