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Arkansas lawmakers OK $1M for pregnancy resource centers

Friday, March 4 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers approved setting aside in $1 million in state funds Thursday for private pregnancy resource centers that discourage pregnant women from getting an abortion. The majority-Republican House approved by a 75-19 vote legislation creating a grant program for the... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police leadership discusses police action at local schools

Thursday, March 3 by Staff

In an effort to reduce the problem of drugs and guns in the city’s schools, the Pine Bluff Police Department has started a program that involves sending officers to the schools. On Thursday, interim Police Chief Lloyd Franklin Sr., was a guest on the Oldies... Read More.

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UAMS announces summer research, health scholars programs

Thursday, March 3 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now accepting applications for its Summer Research Internship, Pre-Health Scholars Program and Pre-Medical Summer Scholars program. The Summer Research Internship is geared toward rising high school juniors... Read More.

Family of ADC K9 Sgt. Josh Caudell releases statement

Thursday, March 3 by Staff

The family of Arkansas Department of Corrections K9 Sgt. Josh Caudell has released a statement following his line of duty death while assisting Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies who were searching for suspect. The suspect opened fire as Caudell and other officers approached him, hitting and... Read More.

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Full list of Grant county and city candidates for the May political party primaries

Thursday, March 3 by Staff

Following is a list of candidates from Grant County who have filed for election or reelection in the May political party primaries. The lists were compiled by the Grant County Clerk’s Office and are complete as of March 2. Note: (I) signifies incumbent Grant County County/Circuit... Read More.

Supreme Court rejects challenge to parole eligibility

Thursday, March 3 by Ray King

By Ray King The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday said Circuit Judge Jodi Raines Dennis was correct when she denied a challenged to the parole eligibility of an inmate housed at the Tucker Unit of the Department of Corrections. Husia Harkuf, formerly known at Robert Moten,... Read More.

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Frank Spain Announces Candidacy for Prosecuting Attorney

Thursday, March 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain has announced his candidacy for prosecuting attorney for Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Desha, and Drew counties. His 24 years of experience serving as a deputy and chief deputy prosecuting attorney has prepared him for the responsibilities of the elected prosecuting... Read More.

$5,000 cash-only bond set for man who allegedly set fire to a camper

Thursday, March 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $5,000 cash-only bond was set Thursday for a Jefferson County man who allegedly set fire to a camper Tuesday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Billy Cooley, 31, with arson. Reading from... Read More.

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Sheridan City Council votes to hike jail fees

Thursday, March 3 by Ray King

The Sheridan City Council voted last week to increase the fees the Sheridan Detention Center charges for housing prisoners. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, Grant County was excluded from the increase, Police Chief Jason Teague told the council that the city makes a significant amount... Read More.

Arkansas Senate OKs one-time payments for law enforcement

Thursday, March 3 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers gave initial approval Wednesday to a plan to give a one-time, $5,000 payment to law enforcement officers around the state. The Senate voted 33-0 in favor of legislation setting aside $50 million for the payments, which Republican Gov.... Read More.

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Complete list of county and city candidates for the May political party primaries

Wednesday, March 2 by Ray King

Jefferson County and City of Pine Bluff candidates who have filed for election or reelection in the May political party primaries. The lists were compiled by the Jefferson County Clerk's Office and are complete as of March 2. Note: (I) signifies incumbent Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson,... Read More.

Simmons Bank Names Ann Madea Chief Information Officer

Wednesday, March 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

Little Rock, Ark. – Simmons Bank (Simmons) announced on March 1, 2022, that Ann Madea has been named executive vice president and chief information officer (CIO) as part of a planned transition announced late last year. As CIO, Madea is responsible for the... Read More.

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