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Pine Bluff cable approved to replace Surphur Springs plan for broadband connection

Monday, September 27 by Deseray Mckinzy

During the most recent Jefferson County Quorum Court meeting on September 20th, the court approved a resolution to condemn the existing cable plant in the Sulphur Springs Area of Jefferson County. Once that condemnation is completed, Pine Bluff Cable TV will be taking ownership... Read More.

COVID-19 numbers down in Cleveland County School District

Monday, September 27 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Craig Dupuy, the Superintendent of the Cleveland County School District said Monday his district has seen a lower number of cases of COVID and he is happy about that. Dupuy was a guest on the Oldies 101.3 morning show and said. He said the... Read More.

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Star City teen wins Arkansas Art Educators Presidents Foundation t-shirt design contest

Monday, September 27 by Staff

Star City High School senior Maddie Welch has been named the winner of a t-shirt design contest for the Arkansas Art Educators Presidents’ Foundation according to the Star City School District. High school students from across Arkansas submitted entries for the contest, with Welch's entry... Read More.

Sanders talks national politics in race for Governor

Monday, September 27 by Ray King

CABOT, Ark. (AP) — She’s toured the state in an RV emblazoned with her name, launched a TV ad that’s airing during Arkansas Razorbacks football games and spoken to packed rooms at restaurants. Former White House press secretary Sarah Sanders’ introduction as a candidate for... Read More.

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COVID hospitalizations at lowest in 2 months

Monday, September 27 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The number of COVID-19 patients in Arkansas’ hospitals hit its lowest point in two months on Friday as the state reported more than 1,300 new coronavirus cases. The state Department of Health reported COVID-19 hospitalizations dropped by 62 to 894.... Read More.

Hogs break into AP Top 10

Sunday, September 26 by Staff

Arkansas is back in the Associated Press Top 10 for the first time since 2012. The Razorbacks jumped into the polls after a win over No. 15 Texas and have risen each of the last two weeks. While the AP poll has the Hogs inside... Read More.

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Man with connections to White Hall wanted for murder

Friday, September 24 by Staff

The North Little Rock police department is searching for Javian Sprinkle due to active warrants for Murder in the 1st Degree and Criminal Attempt to Commit Murder in the 1st Degree, in connection with the shooting/homicide that occurred at 4008 McCain. He should be considered... Read More.

Deltaplex area High School Football scores – September 24, 2021

Friday, September 24 by Staff

Here is a look at the Deltaplex area High School Football scores for Friday, September 24, 2021. CLASS 6A Searcy 41, Sheridan 13 Sylvan Hills 35, Pine Bluff 30 CLASS 5A Pulaski Academy 64, Watson Chapel 8 White Hall 45, Jacksonville 0 CLASS 4A Stuttgart 21, Southside Batesville 18 Warren 40, Crossett 34 Star City 10, Monticello... Read More.

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Saracen tops Oaklawn again

Friday, September 24 by Lori Basiewicz

The Saracen Casino has been open for less than a year but in that time has consistently topped Oaklawn in Hot Springs in terms of revenue and business. Carlton Saffa, the Chief Marketing Officer for the Saracen Casino, talked about that when he appeared on... Read More.

New Hope AME Church raised scholarship fund for six UAPB students

Friday, September 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff recent news release, since 1985, members of the Young Adult Sunday School Class at New Hope AME Church in Sherrill, Arkansas, have raised funds, selected students, and held annual programs to celebrate achievements and recipients... Read More.

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Malvern man killed in Thursday accident

Friday, September 24 by Ray King

An 86-year-old Malvern man was killed Thursday in a two-vehicle accident in Hot Spring County. Doyle Watson was pronounced dead at the scene by the Hot Spring County Coroner after the accident which was reported at 11:05 a.m. at Donaldson. A preliminary report of the accident... Read More.

White Hall’s Grey Shaner named Week Four Kevin Bonnette State Farm Player of the Week

Thursday, September 23 by Staff

White Hall senior linebacker Grey Shaner has been named the Week Four Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Football Player of the Week following a solid performance on both sides of the football against Drew Central last Friday night. He spoke about what it means... Read More.

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