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Congressman Westerman talks energy production

Friday, April 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

Earlier this week, Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman spent time with other members of the U.S. House of Representatives in Louisiana talking about increasing energy production, particularly by offshore drilling for petroleum. Westerman talked about the trip with Deltaplex News. With the price of energy and... Read More.

County Judge Robinson talks Sheriff lawsuit

Friday, April 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., has filed a lawsuit against County Judge Gerald Robinson and members of the Quorum Court, alleging that the budget he was given is not enough for him to operate and specifically identified the juvenile detention center. On Thursday, Robinson... Read More.

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Comprehensive plan to “Move The City Forward” presented in Pine Bluff

Thursday, April 21 by Staff

By Ray King About 50 people were in attendance Thursday as representatives of Crafton Tull presented the comprehensive plan for the City of Pine Bluff that they have been working on since December 2018. Mayor Shirley Washington described the plan as a “roadmap on how to... Read More.

Mayor announces $32 million investment to address flooding issues and more

Thursday, April 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

The city of Pine Bluff hosted a press conference Thursday afternoon at the Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Library along with Chief Terry Cosby of Natural Resource Conservation Services (NRCS) to announce a $96 million investment fund throughout Arkansas including Pine Bluff. Mayor Shirley Washington led... Read More.

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Grant County eyes buying former church

Thursday, April 21 by Ray King

Grant County is considering purchasing the former First Baptist Church in downtown Sheridan, according to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper. The paper quoted Grant County Judge Randy Pruitt as saying the county needs more space. “We’re out of room,” he said. “The courthouse is too crowded. We... Read More.

Sheriff Woods Jr. talks school security

Thursday, April 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., was one of the first law enforcement officers on the scene after a reported shooting near the campus of Pine Bluff High School. On Tuesday, Woods was asked about that and about school security when he appeared on the... Read More.

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ALexander offers thoughts on Pine Bluff school system

Thursday, April 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

After a walkout by students and another shooting near the campus of Pine Bluff High School, many people around Pine Bluff and Southeast Arkansas are asking the question what are we going to do about the school system? First Ward City Council Member Joni Alexander... Read More.

UAPB Celebrates Founders’ Week 2022

Thursday, April 21 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Celebrates Founders' Week 2022 The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will observe its' 149th Founders Week with a list of events scheduled leading up to the UAPB Golden Lions spring football scrimmage. A list of events are posted above.

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$100,000 bond set for man accused of fleeing police officer

Wednesday, April 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $100,000 cash-only bond was set Wednesday for a Sherrill man who prosecutors said has been actively hiding from law enforcement for months and has pending charges from 2020. Chidra Thomas, 22, was taken into custody after he fled from a vehicle that... Read More.

Simmons Bank Hires Cole Plafcan to Lead Agricultural Banking Division

Wednesday, April 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

(Little Rock, Ark.) Simmons Bank announced today the addition of Cole Plafcan as senior vice president, and director of Agricultural Lending, a newly created division within Simmons Bank’s Community Banking group. In this role, Plafcan is charged with expanding Simmons Bank’s agricultural business across... Read More.

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Pine Bluff woman arrested after assualting two nurses at Jefferson Regional

Wednesday, April 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Monday after she allegedly assaulted two nurses at Jefferson Regional Hospital who were trying to treat her. Jamie Paul, 29, was taken into custody after police were sent to West 28th Avenue and Camden Road following a report... Read More.

UAPB Extension Horticulture Specialist Helps Keep Pine Bluff a Tree-friendly City

Wednesday, April 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

Shaun Francis, Extension horticulture specialist for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, is working to maintain and further the city of Pine Bluff’s status as a “Tree City USA” community. As a member of the Pine Bluff Board of Tree City USA, he... Read More.

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