DYS juveniles escape from Dermott facility

Two teens in the Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Youth Services (DYS) custody left a juvenile treatment facility in Dermott without authorization Sunday night. Local law enforcement has been notified and continues to look for the youths. Arkansas law requires DYS to provide the... Read More.

Boozman critical of President’s spending plan

WASHINGTON––U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is warning Americans about the negative consequences of President Biden’s reckless tax and spending agenda. “The president’s plan would be an absolute gut punch to our family farmers and rural America as a whole, especially as inflation continues to skyrocket... Read More.
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Star City school board approves bonuses for employees

The Star City School Board at its meeting Monday approved a $1,000 bonus for certified/classified employees. According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, Superintendent Jordan Frizzell reported that the district has had a good year financially. The board also approved a state legislative report recommending a... Read More.
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McGehee School District lifts face mask mandate

The McGehee School District has lifted its face mask mandate after the number of COVID-19 cases in the district continued to decline, but said masks are still “highly recommended.” According to the McGehee-Dermott Times-News, the school board voted to make mask wearing optional based on... Read More.

Tia Sykes

Booking #: 120019 Age: 25 Gender: Female Race: African American Address: Pine Bluff, AR Booking Date: 10-27-2021 - 2:36 pm Charges: Aggravated Assault-AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DISORDERLY CONDUCT / CREATES HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY OFFENSIVE CONDITION Possession of controlled substances
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UAM Dominated by #4 Harding University

UAM Dominated by #4 Harding University The University of Arkansas at Monticello dropped their conference match up against #4 Harding University 64-7. The Boll Weevils struggled to keep Harding out of the end zone, as the Bison amassed 340 yards of total offense. Weevils quarterback Demilon... Read More.
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Alliance head discusses labor shortages

By Ray King A shortage of available workers is a problem affecting businesses throughout the United States and Pine Bluff faces its own challenges in that matter. Whether it’s a fast-food restaurant or a manufacturing plant, employers are offering sign-on bonuses and higher wages to attract... Read More.