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Cleveland County School District to use AMI days on Thursday and Friday

Tuesday, January 11 by Staff

The Cleveland County School District has elected to transition to AMI days beginning on Thursday due to staff shortages. The announcement was made in a letter from Superintendent Craig Dupuy on Tuesday afternoon. “Due to staff shortages from COVID-19, as well as the rapid increase... Read More.

Groundbreaking held Tuesday as construction begins on new Simmons Bank branch in White Hall

Tuesday, January 11 by Staff

Simmons Bank held a groundbreaking in White Hall at 1308 Robin Road Tuesday as they prepare for construction of a new branch. The new branch will be approximately 4,700 square foot with construction expecting to be completed late summer of 2022. “With the addition of... Read More.

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White Hall School District transitioning to AMI days due to COVID increase

Tuesday, January 11 by Staff

The White Hall School District will transition to AMI days for the remainder of the week. The announcement came in a press release which is shared below: The White Hall School District has experienced an increase in COVID-19 staff cases which has impacted our ability... Read More.

Governor proposes $6 billion budget

Tuesday, January 11 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday proposed a $6 billion budget for the coming fiscal year that includes increases for public schools. services for the developmentally disabled and higher starting salaries for state troopers. The Republican governor, who leaves office... Read More.

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Jefferson County ends 2021 budget with a surplus; Money set aside for reserve funds

Monday, January 10 by Staff

By Ray King The Jefferson County Quorum Court met remotely Monday because of the COVID-19 pandemic and good some good news from Treasurer Vonysha Goodwin. The county ended the year with an overall balance of more than $20 million, almost $4 million more the ending balance... Read More.

WCSD highlight students and employees of the month; Updates on COVID-19 and district

Monday, January 10 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Watson Chapel School Board met on Monday, January 10th for their first meeting of the year announcing their monthly highlights, addressing current STAR testing throughout the district, and extending the superintendent's contract. The Wildcat Warrior of the month was introduced by the assistance superintendent... Read More.

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Congressman Crawford positive for COVID-19

Monday, January 10 by Ray King

JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford has tested positive for COVID-19, his staff said Monday. In a statement, the 55-year-old Arkansas Republican said he was fully vaccinated but contracted the coronavirus late last week. It was unclear whether he has received a booster... Read More.

Woodlawn Schools transition to AMI days due to COVID surge

Monday, January 10 by Staff

The Woodlawn School District has announced that they will transition to AMI days due to a surge in COVID numbers. The district had previously announced they would use AMI days for Monday and Tuesday before making their newest announcement. A copy of the announcement is... Read More.

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Sheridan Schools to use AMI days due to COVID surge

Monday, January 10 by Staff

The Sheridan School District has announced they will transition to AMI days for the remainder of this week due to a surge in COVID numbers. The district sent the following message to parents Monday afternoon: SSD families: Due to a sharp rise in COVID cases and... Read More.

Dallas County Courthouse closed until further notice

Monday, January 10 by Staff

The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday that the Dallas County Courthouse is closed until further notice, effective immediately. The announcement was made on Facebook and no explanation was given as to why the courthouse has been closed.

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Pine Bluff man arrested after allegedly breaking into a house;Battering two people

Monday, January 10 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Friday after he allegedly broke into a house on the north side of the city and battered two individuals, one of them who was paralyzed. Steven Reed was taken into custody after officers were sent to a... Read More.

Rice seeks Ward 1 City Council Seat

Monday, January 10 by Greg

Dr Sedrick Charles Rice announced his intention to run for Pine Bluff City Council in the following press release this morning. I Love Pine Bluff! As a native of this wonderful city, graduate of the Pine Bluff school system, and alumnus and now faculty of the... Read More.

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