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UAPB Athletics Director discusses impact of Razorback and Golden Lion game

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

While the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions got beat by the University of Arkansas Razorbacks Saturday at War Memorial Stadium at Little Rock, UAPB Athletic Director Chris Robinson said the game was a “worthwhile endeavor for the school. Appearing on the Oldies... Read More.

$25,000 bond for Gassville man accused of alleged commercial burglary

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Gassville man was arrested Saturday after police were sent to a reported burglary in progress at a business in the 1700 block of South Blake Street. Ray McClure, 53, the suspect, has had prior convictions for robbery, theft of property, and breaking... Read More.

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$15,000 bond set for man accused of allegedly threatening a person’s life

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of making threats to kill another person. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge John Boston, 22, with terroristic threatening. Deputy Prosecutor... Read More.

$20,000 bond set for suspect in alleged shooting incident

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Two people were arrested Friday after they were allegedly involved in a shooting incident on Olive Street. Alexis Smiles, 23, and Corey Verrien, 18, were taken into custody after police located a vehicle that was identified as the one the alleged shooters were... Read More.

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Alexander announces run for reelection

Monday, October 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

First Ward City Council Member Joni Alexander announced Monday that she will be a candidate for reelection. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show, Alexander said Alexander is completing her first term on the council, having defeated former council member Thelma Walker in a run-off for... Read More.

Man killed in Friday evening accident

Saturday, October 23 by Staff

On Friday shortly before midnight officers attempted to stop a vehicle in the Shady Grove area of Pine Bluff for a minor equipment violation on the vehicle. The vehicle refused to stop. The officers did not pursue the vehicle due to the minor nature... Read More.

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Deltaplex area High School Football scores – October 22, 2021

Saturday, October 23 by Staff

Here is a look at the Deltaplex area High School Football scores for October 22, 2021. CLASS 6A Marion 38, Pine Bluff 24 West Memphis 21, Sheridan 20 CLASS 5A White Hall 45, Maumelle 12 Beebe 41, Watson Chapel 0 CLASS 4A Stuttgart 63, Mills 28 DeWitt 43, Dumas 14 Star City 50, Helena... Read More.

Simmons Bank to name stadium at Memphis Liberty Stadium

Friday, October 22 by Ray King

Pine Bluff, Ark. – Simmons Bank (Simmons) announced Thursday while it continues to complete negotiations on a title sponsorship deal with the City of Memphis, it has chosen Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium as the new name of the stadium. Earlier this month, Simmons announced,... Read More.

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9-year-old Na’riya Ackles is preparing to compete in NAM Pageant

Friday, October 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

Na'riya Ackles who is a Pine Bluff native competed in the 2021 National American Miss State pageant (NAM) for the first time, June 3rd-5th in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and became a finalist as Little Miss Arkansas and the only girl from Pine Bluff to make... Read More.

Simmons Bank negotiating for naming rights for War Memorial Stadium field

Friday, October 22 by Ray King

Little Rock, Ark. – Simmons Bank (Simmons), in partnership with the War Memorial Stadium Commission and the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism, announced Friday it is in negotiations to acquire the naming rights to the field at War Memorial Stadium. The stadium... Read More.

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Bond set for Pine Bluff man who attacked his wife

Friday, October 22 by Lori Basiewicz

By Ray King A $50,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man accused of hitting his wife with a gun and threatening to kill her. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause o charge Andre Turner,... Read More.

New Lincoln County jail slated for November opening

Friday, October 22 by Ray King

The Lincoln County Quorum Court was told Monday that the new Lincoln County Detention Center is tentatively slated to open Nov. 16. Lincoln County Judge Buddy Earnest said the telephone company is supposed to finish installing phone lines Nov. 15 and the dispatch radios will... Read More.

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