Local News
The Black Pilots of America (BPA) are set to return to Pine Bluff, Arkansas, for the annual “Operation Skyhook” fly-in event at Grider Field, Pine Bluff Regional Airport.The event begins on Friday, May 23, at 9:30 a.m. with a Welcome to Pine Bluff, followed... Read More.
A Faulkner County resident has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Pine Bluff, alleging violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), as well as state law claims under Arkansas Code §§ 16-123-105, 107, and 108. The suit, brought by former... Read More.
Richard “Rick” Victorino has been a member of the Jefferson County Quorum Court since he was appointed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders in January following the resignation of former Justice Danny Holcomb. He has started getting involved with legislation after taking time to study... Read More.
A Pine Bluff restaurant has been selected as a semi-finalist in the 2ns annual Arkansas Best Burger Contest, sponsored by the Arkansas Beef Council.The “Bubba Burger” at Momma’s Diner at 3015 W. 28th was selected as the winner in Region 4, according to a... Read More.
A third candidate has entered the race for Cleveland County Sheriff.Vance “Lee” Freeman has announced his intention to run for the position in 2026.Current Sheriff Jack Rodgers has announced his intention to retire next year after more than 49 years of service.Freeman joins current... Read More.
By Ray King
A $5,000 bond was set Monday for a Sheridan woman on a theft allegation.
Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Sara Lou Jones, 45, with theft of property.
Deputy Prosecutor Ty Spradlin said... Read More.
By Ray King
A $2,500 bond was set Monday for a Redfield woman on drug related allegations.
Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Deidra Davidson, 36, with possession of a controlled substance and possession of... Read More.
Local Sports
SEARK Baseball has made an impressive debut in their first year of postseason eligibility with a 34-24 record, securing a Top 4 seed in the NJCAA Region 2 Tournament.Cameron Gonzalez emerged as a key player, ranking among the top three nationally with 51 stolen... Read More.
Leslie Henderson, the former girls head basketball coach at Watson Chapel, has been appointed as the girls head basketball coach at Class 1A Viola High School.Henderson is coming out of retirement after a distinguished 35-year tenure at Watson Chapel, where she led her teams... Read More.
UAPB Softball: Kayla Adams Earns 2025 SWAC First Team All-Conference HonorsBirmingham, AL.- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball star Kayla Adams has been named to the 2025 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) All-Conference First Team, as announced by the league office on Tuesday. This... Read More.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) men's golf team achieved a significant milestone by winning the 2025 PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin. This victory marks their first HBCU National Championship in men's golf, setting a new standard... Read More.
The UAPB Golden Lions are enjoying some success under first year head coach Logan Stout despite several setbacks with injuries that have forced players to step up to help fill holes in the lineup.The Golden Lions are currently 12-9 in conference play with a... Read More.
The NCAA's recent Academic Progress Rate (APR) report has brought to light the challenges faced by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in maintaining a balance between athletic and academic responsibilities. Specifically, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) and Mississippi Valley State... Read More.
The SeArk Sharks baseball team has qualified for postseason play in the programs first year of eligibility for a postseason appearance since starting the program two years ago.Head coach Toby Cornejo spoke with Deltaplex News about making the postseason, and what it took to... Read More.
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