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Yuracheck: Sec. Hurst “Unbelievable” in Helping Get In State Games

Wednesday, February 3 by Staff

University of Arkansas Athletic Director Hunter Yuracheck is grateful to the head of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism, Sec. Stacy Hurst. According to Yuracheck, Sec. Hurst said the Hogs should play meaningful games in Little Rock. Yuracheck says those "meaningful" games are now... Read More.

Black History Month in Pine Bluff and what it means to residents

Wednesday, February 3 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and it is a time to recognize African Americans' central role in U.S. History. Historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association for the study of... Read More.

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Reported crime in 2020 down compared to 2019

Wednesday, February 3 by Ray King

By Ray King Reported crime in Pine Bluff declined by eight percent in 2020 compared to 2019, according to Police Chief Kelvin Sergeant. During a meeting of the City Council’s Public Safety Committee Wednesday, Sergeant said there were 4,361 crimes reported in 2019 and 4,010 in... Read More.

PINK GOES RED: Heart Healthy Webinar

Wednesday, February 3 by Laron Marbley

PINK GOES RED: Heart Healthy Webinar February is National Heart Health Month and the Pine Bluff Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is teaming up with the Delta Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to bring you a fun... Read More.

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SHERIFF’S OFFICE SEEKING ASSISTANCE LOCATING MISSING JUVENILE

Wednesday, February 3 by Greg

SHERIFF'S OFFICE SEEKING ASSISTANCE LOCATING MISSING JUVENILE: Jefferson County, Arkansas - February 03, 2021 - The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is seeking the assistance of the public in locating Ethan Graves, a missing juvenile, that left his residence on February 1, 2021 at approximately 11:45 p.m.... Read More.

Audit Questions Spending by Former Quapaw Nation Leader

Wednesday, February 3 by Staff

A former Quapaw Nation leader's spending is being questioned after an audit shows John Berrey spending over $34 million during his 20-year tenure at the helm of the nation. The spending includes $4 million that was paid to former University of Oklahoma and former... Read More.

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UAMS gets grant for school violence reduction project

Wednesday, February 3 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Digital Health & Innovation has received a three-year, $749,968 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to help reduce violent crime in and around Arkansas schools. The project, the School Telemedicine in... Read More.

January fire calls show big drop compared to December

Wednesday, February 3 by Ray King

By Ray King The Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Department responded to 94 fewer calls in January than they did in December, according to their monthly report released Monday. The report showed that firefighters handled 307 calls in January compared to 401 in December and... Read More.

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Volunteer Fire Departments, Health Department proposals recommended for approval

Tuesday, February 2 by Ray King

By Ray King During a meeting that lasted less than 20 minutes Tuesday night, committees of the Jefferson County Quorum Court recommended approval of appropriation ordinances to help volunteer fire departments and help pay for construction of the new Jefferson County Health Department. Also recommended for... Read More.

Alexander speaks about rezoning appeal

Tuesday, February 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King On Monday, the Pine Bluff City Council voted to overrule a decision by the Pine Bluff Planning Commission which will allow 1911 Construction Company to build single family houses and duplexes on property the company owns at Faucett and Oakwood Roads. Council Member... Read More.

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Council committee seeks solution to neighborhood speeding

Tuesday, February 2 by Ray King

By Ray King Slowing down speeding motorists, especially in residential neighborhoods is on the minds of members of the Pine Bluff City Council’s Traffic and Aviation Committee and they may have found a solution. At a committee meeting held by Zoom Tuesday, committee chairman Council Member... Read More.

Entergy Arkansas customers will receive a credit on their February electric bill

Tuesday, February 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Entergy Arkansas customers will receive a credit on their February electric bill because of changes in tax laws. On Tuesday, company spokeswoman Brandy Hinkle explained what the credit is all about. Hinkle said her November bill was for using 900 kilowatts but the January... Read More.

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