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Dermott woman charged in son’s death

Thursday, September 9 by Ray King

A Dermott woman has been charged with several felonies in connection with the death of her disabled son. According to the McGehee Dermott Times-News, Betty Adams, 39, is charged with endangering the welfare of a minor in the first-degree, abuse of a corpse, and endangering... Read More.

Fire calls drop in August compared to July

Thursday, September 9 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services recorded a more than 11 percent drop in calls for August compared to July, according to their monthly report. The report showed there were 505 total calls last month compared to 573 in July, a decrease of 68 total... Read More.

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State relaxes rules on rental assistance

Thursday, September 9 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas is easing rules for its rental relief program to prioritize the funds for tenants at immediate risk of being evicted after little of the state’s share of the federal money has been spent so far. Gov. Asa Hutchinson on... Read More.

Military to aid Arkansas hospitals in COVID surge

Thursday, September 9 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The U.S. Defense Department is sending a 20-member military medical team to Arkansas to help expand the state’s hospital capacity in response to a surge in COVID-19 cases, Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced Wednesday. Hutchinson said the team of 14 nurses,... Read More.

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No reason for controversy at Street Department

Wednesday, September 8 by Lori Basiewicz

Over the past few weeks, much has been made of a bathroom at the Pine Bluff Street Department and claims by Council Member Ivan Whitfield and self-proclaimed activist Kamaya Seals of racism and discrimination. At the most recent city council meeting, Seals called the allegations... Read More.

Pro Football Hall of Famer joined Jefferson Regional in local vaccine clinic

Wednesday, September 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

Jefferson Regional Hospital hosted a vaccine clinic with a special guest, Pro Football Hall of Famer Drew Pearson, on Wednesday, September 8. The clinic took place at the hospital's Healthworks Clinic located in Watson Chapel from 9 am until 11 am and was open... Read More.

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Hathaway to announce bid for Congress

Wednesday, September 8 by Ray King

A Little Rock based educator and founder of an education and professional development firm is expected to announce her candidacy for Congress Thursday afternoon. Dr. Quintessa Hathaway will seek the Democratic nomination to run against Second District Congressman French Hill of Little Rock, who is... Read More.

Council approves performance goals for city departments

Wednesday, September 8 by Lori Basiewicz

The Pine Bluff City Council on Tuesday adopted a proposed ordinance requiring city departments to set goals and objectives for their department and communicate those to the council. It won approval with no dissent. The ordinance, which had been slated for only a second reading,... Read More.

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Council waives bidding on Lowe’s 250k grant purchases

Wednesday, September 8 by Greg

By Ray King With no dissent, the Pine Bluff City Council on Monday adopted an ordinance to waive competitive bidding on purchases made from a $250,000 grant the city received from Lowe’s. One of the conditions of the grant was that purchases made with money from... Read More.

5th Republican announces run for Lt. Governor

Wednesday, September 8 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A former Arkansas Razorbacks football player who owns an investment firm said Tuesday that he would run for Arkansas lieutenant governor, becoming the fifth Republican to seek the state’s No. 2 office. Chris Bequette, who played for the Razorbacks in... Read More.

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38 new COVID deaths reported; cities offer incentives for vaccination

Wednesday, September 8 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas on Tuesday reported 38 new deaths from COVID-19 as the state’s capital launched a new incentive program to boost the city’s vaccinations. The Department of Health said the state’s death toll from COVID-19 now totals 7,108. The state reported... Read More.

Quorum Court Committee approves additional raise increase to finance committee

Tuesday, September 7 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Jefferson County Quorum Court Committee monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, September 7. The committee approved over fourteen ordinances on their agenda to be presented to the finance committee. Present at the meeting to speak on behalf of their committees were: Justice Conley... Read More.

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