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UAPB Alumnus/Former Dean, Appointed to USDA Equity Commission

Monday, March 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) recently announced Dr. Hazell Reed, former dean of the School of Agriculture, Home Economics and Technology (currently the School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences), was recently appointed to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Equity... Read More.

Pine Bluff women arrested after allegedly hitting a vehicle with her own

Monday, March 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Saturday after she allegedly hit a vehicle with her own vehicle. According to Deputy Prosecutor Mircha King, the 2-year-old daughter of Diamonique Wilson was in the back seat of her mother’s vehicle at the time of the... Read More.

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Bond set for Pine Bluff man accused of leaving scene of accident

Monday, March 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A 32-year-old Pine Bluff man surrendered to police Friday after leaving the scene of an accident involving injuries. When he left the scene, Tobias Wilson was reportedly carrying an infant that he later returned to its family, Deputy Prosecutor Mircha King said during... Read More.

$75,000 bond set in shooting incident

Monday, March 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $75,000 bond was set Monday for a Little Rock man accused of firing shots into a vehicle on Interstate 530, injuring the driver of the vehicle. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

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CEO of Central Moloney Inc. talks new union agreement

Friday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

Last week, officials with Central Moloney Inc. announced they had reached an agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union on a new three-year contract that takes effect April 1. Friday, Chris Hart, the president and CEO of Central Moloney appeared on the Oldies... Read More.

Police plan traffic enforcement initiative

Friday, March 11 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Chief of Police Lloyd Franklin Sr. has set in motion a traffic enforcement initiative for the Pine Bluff Police Department. According to a press release from Lt. David DeFoor Friday, Chief Franklin has tasked Assistant Chief Kelven Hadley and Deputy Chief Billy Elliot... Read More.

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Dean talks candidacy for Pine Bluff City Council Ward 4

Friday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

Fourth Ward Councilmember Steven Mays is the longest-serving member of the Pine Bluff City Council but a newcomer to politics wants to take his position. Cassandra Dean, a graduate of Watson Chapel High School and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and a downtown... Read More.

$100,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of kidnapping and theft

Friday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $100,000 cash-only bond was set Friday for a Jefferson County man accused of fleeing from sheriff’s deputies on Monday and forcing the occupants of a vehicle to drive him away. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors... Read More.

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Elderly Altheimer man arrested after allegedly threatening two people

Friday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A 71-year-old Altheimer man was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly threatened two people in a store at Altheimer. When he was questioned, Artemus Gray admitted being in an altercation but denied making threats to the victims. During a court hearing Friday, Deputy Prosecutor Mircha... Read More.

$5,000 bond set for a Star City woman accused of breaking into a business

Friday, March 11 by Staff

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Friday for a Star City woman accused of breaking into a business on Emmett Sanders Road Thursday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Cristin Wood, 37, with... Read More.

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White Hall Superintendent talks new WHHS head football coach

Thursday, March 10 by Deseray Mckinzy

In February, the White Hall School Board voted to hire former Arkansas Razorback and professional football player Ryan Mallett as the new head football coach, replacing Coach Bobby Bolding who resigned. On Thursday, White Hall School District Superintendent Doug Dorris appeared on the Oldies 101.3... Read More.

Former Pine Bluff Police officer charged with theft

Thursday, March 10 by Ray King

A former Pine Bluff Police Officer has been charged with theft of property for allegedly selling older model police vehicles and pocketing the money. Derrell Ray, 46, of White Hall was accused of the crime following an investigation by the Arkansas State Police which began... Read More.

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