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$75,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of robbery

Monday, April 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

King A $75,000 cash-only bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of being involved in the robbery of an individual in March. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Darius Brown, 34, with... Read More.

Pine Bluff sophomore lands Razorback offer

Monday, April 18 by Staff

Pine Bluff Sophomore defensive lineman Charleston Collins picked up his second division one offer over the weekend when the Arkansas Razorbacks came calling. Collins, (6-5, 220) also picked up an offer from Arkansas State in January, and is reporting additional interest from Baylor, Memphis, Ole... Read More.

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$25,000 cash-only bond for man accused of shoplifting; robbery

Monday, April 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An investigation into a reported shoplifting incident that turned into a robbery in March resulted in the arrest of a suspect Saturday. Dennis Heard, 46, was taken into custody after he was detained following another reported shoplifting incident, Deputy Prosecutor Lisa McGriff said... Read More.

Woman arrested after allegedly kicking police officer

Monday, April 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Saturday after she allegedly kicked a police officer who had placed her under arrest. Sharnell Boykin, 19, was taken into custody after police responded to a reported domestic disturbance at an apartment in the 2400 block of... Read More.

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Pine Bluff School District releases statement after shots fired near Pine Bluff High School

Monday, April 18 by Staff

UPDATE 2:00 P.M. The Pine Bluff School District has released the following statement regarding Monday morning’s incident: The District received a report from Police Chief Lloyd Franklin that shots were fired in the community by persons fitting the description of high school students. Given the proximity of... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson talks upcoming county road repairs and more

Monday, April 18 by Staff

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has received a lot of phones calls, emails, and in person comments regarding the condition of county roads, and he is prepared to take action. Robinson told Deltaplex News recently that the county is prepared to begin work on several... Read More.

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UAMS plans free summer health care program for students

Friday, April 15 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Regional Campuses, including Pine Bluff will host a statewide virtual summer enrichment program for current high school sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in learning more about careers in health care. “Find Your Future in... Read More.

Supreme Court says school mask mandate legal

Friday, April 15 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday reversed a judge’s decision to block a school district’s mask mandate that was implemented to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Justices reversed the temporary restraining order issued against the Bentonville School District’s mask requirement.... Read More.

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Local Representatives host Town Hall meeting regarding Pine Bluff School District

Thursday, April 14 by Staff

Senator Stephanie Flowers, Representative Vivian Flowers, and Representative Ken Ferguson hosted a town hall meeting at the UAPB Stem building Thursday night to speak about issues within the Pine Bluff School District, and to listen to concerns of students and citizens within the district. The... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating Thursday night homicide

Thursday, April 14 by Staff

The Pine Bluff Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one person dead. Shortly before 7:00 p.m. officers responded to 3502 S. Virginia in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived they found a male shooting victim just inside the door of the... Read More.

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Ryan Mallett talks White Hall football and more

Thursday, April 14 by Staff

White Hall recently hired former Arkansas Razorback quarterback Ryan Mallett as head football coach following the coaching retirement of Bobby Bolding, who will remain at White Hall as Director of Athletics. Mallett joined Greg Horne and Will Jenkins on the 101.3 FM morning show Thursday... Read More.

Jefferson County political candidates participate in Thursday debate

Thursday, April 14 by Staff

Deltaplex News and the Youth Engagement Services (YES) hosted a debate for candidates running for Jefferson County level political offices Thursday morning inside of Freedom Hall at Southeast Arkansas College. Debates were held between the following candidates: JUSTICE OF THE PEACT DISTRICT ONE: Alfred Carroll and... Read More.

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