3 legislators test positive for coronavirus, Governor exposed

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Three Arkansas lawmakers announced Tuesday they have tested positive for the coronavirus and the state’s governor said he’s scaling back his public events and meetings after being exposed to someone with the virus. Senate President Jim Hendren said the Legislature... Read More.
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Charges filed in alleged sexual contact with minor female

Charges have been filed against a Jefferson County man accused of engaging in sexual contact with a minor female in 2019.Nathan Garlington, 46, was charged with fourth-degree sexual assault, a Class D felony, following an investigation by the Arkansas State Police.The charges were filed... Read More.

Marion cancels Friday night football game against Pine Bluff

Marion has cancelled Friday night’s football game against the Pine Bluff Zebras following a COVID-19 outbreak according to their social media platforms.The Z’s are coming off of a 32-21 upset victory over Searcy last Friday night after entering the game with a 1-3 record.The... Read More.
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Grand opening held for the Saracen Casino

The Saracen Casino is now officially open following the grand opening at 10 a.m. Tuesday morning.Quapaw Nation Chairman Joseph Byrd, Secretary/Treasurer Guy Barker, Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson, and Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington were all on hand for the grand opening.The casino can... Read More.
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Bond set in alleged burglary and assault

By Ray KingA $15,000 bond was set Tuesday for a Jefferson County woman accused of breaking into her former husband’s house on Sunday and threatening him and a female with a handgunPine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have... Read More.
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Simmons third-quarter earnings beat expectations

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) _ Simmons First National Corp. (SFNC) on Monday reported third-quarter earnings of $65.9 million.The Pine Bluff, Arkansas-based bank said it had earnings of 60 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were 63 cents per share.The results... Read More.

Saracen Casino prepares for Tuesday grand opening

By Ray KingThe Saracen Casino is scheduled for its great opening Tuesday morning after several days of soft openings and on Monday, several representatives of the casino were guests on the Oldies 101.3 morning show to talk about what patrons can expect.The grant opening... Read More.