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URA partners with local entities on ‘Green Sweep’ Initiative

Wednesday, March 16 by Deseray Mckinzy

During the Urban Renewal Agency regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 15th, Chandra Griffin the agency's Interim Executive Director spoke about a new 'Green Sweep' Initiative. This initiative is in partnership with other city entities including Code Enforcement, the Pine Bluff Police Department, and... Read More.

Rod Stinson steps down as Pine Bluff head football coach

Wednesday, March 16 by Staff

Rod Stinson has confirmed to Deltaplex News that he has resigned his position as head football coach at Pine Bluff. Stinson took over as head coach in 2019 following the departure of Bobby Bolding. Stinson tells Deltaplex News that he will leave Pine Bluff to accept... Read More.

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Pine Bluff URA approves several contracts for Downtown Housing Project

Tuesday, March 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency met for their monthly meeting on Tuesday and approved several items on their agenda. Present at the meeting included the Agency Chair Jimmy Dill, Treasurer Lloyd Franklin Sr., secretary Lynn Guynn, and commissioner Travis Martin. The most significant... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating shooting at Martha Mitchell and Blake Street intersection

Tuesday, March 15 by Staff

The Pine Bluff Police Department is in the early stages of a shooting investigation located at the intersection of Martha Mitchell Expressway and Blake Street. Witnesses tell Deltaplex News that an SUV allegedly drove through the intersection with a person hanging out of a window... Read More.

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BGCJC Executive Director and PBAHLP talks COVID-19 Drive-Thru testing

Tuesday, March 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Advancing Health Literacy Program is teaming up with the Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson County to offer COVID-19 drive-thru testing to area residents. On Tuesday, Nyeshia Aldridge, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club was joined by Scott Solomon and Deseray McKinzy... Read More.

Sheriff Woods Jr. talks crime in Pine Bluff; Grant money

Tuesday, March 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

As Jefferson County Sheriff’s Investigators work to solve a homicide reported in the county Monday, Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., was a guest on the Oldies 101.3 morning show Tuesday. The homicide was the first of the year outside the Pine Bluff City limits. Morning show... Read More.

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Cotledge talks campaign for third ward

Tuesday, March 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

One of the candidates looking to replace current 3rd Ward Council member Ivan Whitfield cited his background in state government and his love for the city during an appearance on the Oldies 101.3 morning show. Quranner Cotledge, who is called Q. said he spent 43... Read More.

Mother and juvenile daughter arrested after physical altercation

Tuesday, March 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Jefferson County woman and her juvenile daughter were both arrested Sunday after the two were involved in a physical altercation. Kendra Jones, 45, of Jefferson was booked into the adult detention center and the daughter was taken to the juvenile detention center... Read More.

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18-year-old Herbert Pam III turns himself in on murder of Miguel Hoyt

Monday, March 14 by Staff

UPDATE 10:40 A.M. Herbert Pam III has turned himself in according to the Pine Bluff Police Department. ORIGINAL STORY: The Pine Bluff Police Department detective office is asking for assistance locating Herbert Pam III. Pam is wanted for the murder of 27 year old Miguel Hoyt at 103 Park... Read More.

Ricky Howard Jr wanted for murder of 55year old Calvin Kirklin

Monday, March 14 by Greg

The Pine Bluff Police Department detective office is asking for assistance locating Rickey Howard Jr. Howard is wanted for the murder of 55 year old Calvin Kirklin on January 8, 2022. Howard is a 22 year old black male, about 5’ 8” tall and around... Read More.

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Arkansas State Police to launch St. Patrick’s Day “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign

Monday, March 14 by Staff

The boisterous celebrations of St. Patrick’s Day are expected to return this year. Regardless to what extent the celebrations may trend toward in local communities, drivers who may participate are encouraged to make plans for a safe return home. The Arkansas State Police Highway Safety... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office investigates Monday homicide

Monday, March 14 by Staff

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is in the early stages of a homicide investigation. On Monday March 14, 2022, at approximately 11:25 AM Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to the 1400 block of South Pack Road in the Pastoria Community where the body of the man... Read More.

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