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Mayor Shirley Washington recaps Thursday’s Solidarity Rally

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington on Friday said she thought the Solidarity Rally which was held on the steps of City Hall Thursday went very well, even though there were not as many people at the site as she had expected, but... Read More.

Police arrest woman in alleged armed disturance

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Wednesday after she allegedly pointed a gun at two people the previous day. When she was questioned, Mikasha Boston, 37, denied having a gun and also said she did not try to run over the alleged victims... Read More.

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Chief Shauwn Howell discusses construction of new fire station

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Chief Shauwn Howell said Friday that construction on the new fire station located near the Saracen Casino is nearly completed but there is currently no timeline on when it will be put into service. Appearing on the... Read More.

Bond set in reported robbery

Friday, June 5 by Ray King

By Ray King A $20,000 bond was set Friday for a man accused of robbing another man at a convenience store on May 30. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Alex Reed, 29, with robbery... Read More.

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Victim identified in Friday morning homicide

Friday, June 5 by Greg

UPDATE: The victim has been identified as a 45-year-old black male named Corey Walker of Little Rock. There is still no suspect information or motive. ORIGINAL STORY: The Pine Bluff Police Department is investigating a homicide at the intersection of 2nd Avenue and Larch Street. Officers... Read More.

Pine Bluff Solidarity Rally done with vehicles and radio

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

By Ray King It was billed as a Solidarity Rally at the Pine Bluff City Hall Thursday, but this rally was done with a major difference. Instead of people standing next to each other cheering and shouting, those attending were asked to sit in their vehicles... Read More.

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Free COVID-19 testing scheduled in SeArk

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

Free COVID-19 testing events have been scheduled for this week and next in cities in Southeast Arkansas. According to the McGehee Dermott Times-News, testing will take place Friday at the Dumas Community Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Thursday, June 11 at the... Read More.

Arkansas State Police investigating shooting death of Alexander police officer

Thursday, June 4 by Greg

The Arkansas State Police is investigating the death an Alexander Police Officer, Scott Hutton, 36, of Bryant. Saline County Sheriff’s Deputies were sent to 15458 Evergreen in Alexander about 7:12 PM (Wednesday, June 3rd) where they found Hutton wounded by a gunshot and lying outside... Read More.

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PBPD’s Denise Richardson promoted to Deputy Chief

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

By: Ray King Pine Bluff Police Capt. Denise Richardson has been promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief. Police Chief Kelvin Sergeant promoted Richardson Monday. She replaced Deputy Chief Terry Hopson who retired and is assigned to the Administration Division. Sergeant said Richardson has served in all... Read More.

PBPD investigating multiple drive by shootings

Thursday, June 4 by Greg

Pine Bluff has worked multiple drive by shootings over the past week in multiple areas of town. In documents obtained by DeltaplexNews.com from the Pine bluff Police Department, we found the Department took reports of drive by shootings in the 5000 block of West 16th... Read More.

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Governor expresses concern about protests spreading COVID-19

Thursday, June 4 by Ray King

By Ray King Governor Asa Hutchinson on Thursday said he was concerned about the large gatherings of people in Arkansas who have been protesting the death of George Floyd could lead to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. “I hope they’re all careful and... Read More.

Pine Bluff Arsenal Compatible Use Study Virtual Public Workshop

Thursday, June 4 by Greg

The City of White Hall is working with the Pine Bluff Arsenal on a Compatible Use Study Virtual Public Workshop that will take place on June 16 from 6:39-8:00 p.m. and on June 18 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Date: June 16, 2020 Time: 6:30 PM -... Read More.

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