Jefferson Regional to Acquire Monticello Medical

Jefferson Regional in Pine Bluff has announced in a press release plans to acquire the Monticello Medical Clinic, as well as the associated clinics in Star City and Crossett. The acquisition will be effective February 1, 2022. According to Jefferson Regional President & CEO Brian... Read More.

Central Moloney Inc. announces new plant in Florida

Central Moloney Inc., announced Wednesday that it will open a new plant in Florida that will eventually employ up to 200 people. According to a press release, “due to an increased presence in the transformer market and ever-increasing demand for its services,”  the decision was... Read More.
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Concession stand update presented to Sheridan City Council

The Sheridan City Council in its first meeting of the year heard an update on concession stand renovations at the city’s ballpark. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the top of the current facility will be renovated, and the downstairs restrooms will be remodeled and... Read More.
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Little Rock cancels basketball games against Arkansas State

Due to COVID-19 concerns within the Little Rock men’s basketball program, Arkansas State’s home and road games this week against Little Rock that were scheduled for Jan. 13 and Jan. 15, respectively, have been canceled by the Trojans. Due to Little Rock canceling the men’s... Read More.
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Pine Bluff City Council continues work on 2022 city budget

By Ray King As the Pine Bluff City Council continues to work on the 2022 city budget, members got together with the city’s financial consultants Tuesday afternoon for a discussion on a variety of topics. George Stepps and William Moss were hired after the city sent... Read More.
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Governor proposes $6 billion budget

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday proposed a $6 billion budget for the coming fiscal year that includes increases for public schools. services for the developmentally disabled and higher starting salaries for state troopers. The Republican governor, who leaves office... Read More.