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UAM to introduce new doctorate in forest resources

Monday, December 8 by Ray King

MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) is set to offer a Ph.D. in forest resources in the spring 2026 semester, following recent approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The UAM Board of Trustees approved the program in October 2024, followed... Read More.

Arkansas Farmers Face Labor Challenges Amid Reduced Migrant Workforce

Monday, December 8 by Alex Bivens

Many Arkansas farmers use imported labor to maintain production. Arkansas First District Congressman Rick Crawford recently shared his thoughts on this matter and analyzed whether domestic labor can fill the void if the number of migrant workers is reduced. ICE operations have affected visa... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Says Jail Roster Glitch Incorrectly Shows Mass Release

Sunday, December 7 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a technical issue that caused the online jail roster for the W.C. “Dub” Brassell Detention Center to incorrectly show that most detainees were released early this morning. According to the sheriff’s office, the jail management... Read More.

15 year old Pine Bluff runaway has been located

Friday, December 5 by Rick Walker

The Jefferson County Sheriff's office had been searching for 15 year old Laiken Miller over the weekend who they suspected had run away from home. She had been last seen Thursday night in the 1500 block of Stedham Road in Jefferson County. On Sunday (12/7),... Read More.

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Rick Crawford Addresses Afghan Shooting Incident and Intelligence Oversight Concerns

Friday, December 5 by Alex Bivens

Arkansas First District Congressman Rick Crawford is chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and recently shared his thoughts on the circumstances that contributed to a recent incident where an Afghan native who entered the U.S. during Operation Allies... Read More.

Desha County Sherriff’s Office gets grant to buy in-car computers and operating systems

Friday, December 5 by Ray King

A grant from the Arkansas Department of Public Safety has allowed the Desha County Sheriff’s Department to purchase in-car computers and their operating systems. According to the McGehee-Dermott Times News, the computers will allow deputies to access the Arkansas and National Crime Information Centers, run... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Man Charged with Burglary and Robbery After Alleged Break-In

Friday, December 5 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man accused of breaking into a house and taking money from a former girlfriend. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Fredrick Hunter,... Read More.

Pine Bluff Man Faces Charges After Store Theft and Police Chase Injures Officer

Friday, December 5 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man accused of stealing merchandise from a store on Dollarway and a police chase resulted in an officer being injured. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have... Read More.

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Santa to Arrive by Helicopter at Area Schools on Friday

Thursday, December 4 by Luke Matheson

Students across Jefferson County will get a special holiday surprise Friday when Santa Claus arrives by helicopter for a daylong tour of local schools. The annual flight is organized and funded by Joe Spadoni of Midtown Tire and Foster’s Towing, who hires a helicopter each... Read More.

Grant County farmers and ranchers qualify for drought relief funds

Thursday, December 4 by Ray King

Local farmers and ranchers in Grant County are eligible to apply for a federal relief program which provides benefits to livestock owners who experience losses due to qualifying drought conditions. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the Livestock Forage Disaster program (LFD) helps offset feed... Read More.

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Two Injured in Wednesday Night Shooting in Pine Bluff, Police Say

Thursday, December 4 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff police are investigating a shooting Wednesday night that left two people injured inside a home on Barrow Drive. Officers were called to the residence around 9:32 p.m. and found a man and woman lying on the living room floor, according to the Pine... Read More.

Pine Bluff Man Charged With Domestic Battery After Altercation With Mother

Thursday, December 4 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $2,500 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of injuring his mother during an altercation Monday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Gary Webster, 33, with second-degree domestic... Read More.

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