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County Judge, Sheriff served with lawsuit

Thursday, March 25 by Ray King

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., have been served copies of the lawsuit filed against them by the City of Pine Bluff over jail bed space fees. Both confirmed to Deltaplex News both had received copies of the lawsuit,... Read More.

Community center ribbon cutting pushed back a day

Thursday, March 25 by Ray King

The ribbon cutting to officially open the Pine Bluff Community Center, formerly the Merrill Center, that had been scheduled for Saturday has been pushed back because of a threat of inclement weather. According to the Mayor’s Office, the event will now be held Sunday, March... Read More.

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blue jeans cause water line leak at Monticello

Thursday, March 25 by Ray King

A water line leak in Monticello was linked to half a pair of blue jeans that had been flushed down a toilet, according to the Advanced Monticellonan newspaper. In a story dated March 24, the newspaper quoted Mayor Paige Chase reminding the Monticello City Council... Read More.

McGehee and Dermott set spring cleaning events

Thursday, March 25 by Ray King

Spring cleaning events are planned at both McGehee and Dermott, according to the McGehee Dermott Times-News. The newspaper reported that annual spring cleanup activities have already started in Dermott and will run through April 2 while events in McGehee will begin March 29 and end... Read More.

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The Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas plans to host events in April

Thursday, March 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy The Arts and Science Center (ASC) for Southeast Arkansas located at 701 S Main St. in Pine Bluff has planned in-person and virtual events to take place in April. The first virtual theatrical production of the year, 'Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A... Read More.

UAMS hosting statewide program about healthcare careers

Thursday, March 25 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Regional Campuses will host a statewide virtual summer enrichment program for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in learning more about careers in health care. Registration for the UAMS “Find Your Future in... Read More.

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Governor extends tax filing deadline

Thursday, March 25 by Ray King

Governor Asa Hutchinson has extended the deadline for state residents to file their income tax returns. According to a press release, the Governor, after consulting with members of the state legislature, extended the deadline to May 17, the same as the deadline to file federal... Read More.

Council committee hears home insurance proposal

Wednesday, March 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A committee of the Pine Bluff City Council on Wednesday was given information on an insurance program to help homeowners cover costs associated with water and sewer line problems. Called the National League of Cities Service Line Warranty program, the program has also... Read More.

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Judge Earnest Brown Jr. nominated to Arkansas Judicial Discipline and Disability Commission

Wednesday, March 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy Circuit judge for the 6th Division of the 11th Judicial District West, Earnest Brown Jr. has been nominated to the Arkansas Judicial Discipline and Disability Commission. Judge Brown Jr. along with Andrew Bailey, the 14th Judicial District Circuit Judge, are new members of... Read More.

Grant County seeking grant for park walking trail

Wednesday, March 24 by Ray King

Grant County will be applying for a grant to create a walking trail in Cox Creek State Park. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, Grant County Judge Randy Pruitt said the application is the latest in a series of actions that the county has taken... Read More.

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Sheridan schools revive Ready for Learning task force

Wednesday, March 24 by Ray King

The Sheridan School District has revived the Ready for Learning Task Force to make plans for the 2021-2022 school year. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the task force was first created last summer to make recommendations regarding policy and procedures to safely reopen the... Read More.

‘A Tribute to Remember ‘ hosted to celebrate the life of two Pine Bluff leaders

Tuesday, March 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy Tuesday afternoon, Debra Strickland and the Alumni of the Wanda Bateman Youth Center (WBYC) hosted a tribute to honor the late Mrs. Bateman and celebrate the birthday and life of Detective Kevin D. Collins. Bateman died over a year ago and Detective... Read More.

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