Joshua Burton
Booking #: 113550
Age: 27
Gender: Male
Race: African American
Address: PINE BLUFF, AR
Booking Date: 01-08-2026 - 9:34 pm
Charges:
THEFT BY RECEIVING
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Eric shaqueal Epperson
Booking #: 110181
Age: 28
Gender: Male
Race: African American
Address: PINE BLUFF, AR
Booking Date: 01-08-2026 - 8:40 pm
Charges:
SIMULT POSS OF DRUGS AND FIREARMS
POSSESS W PURPOSE DEL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SCHED VI
POSSESS DRUG PARAPHERNALIA METH COCAINE HEROIN FENTANYL
DRVNG W SUSPEND/REVOKED LICENSE
INSURANCE REQUIRED
OBSTRUCTING GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
POSSESS CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SCHED I,II METH... Read More.
Kevin Mckinley
Booking #: 180334
Age: 45
Gender: Male
Race: African American
Address: Pine Bluff,
Booking Date: 01-08-2026 - 2:39 pm
Charges:
POSS CONT SUB
ALIAS POSSESSION WITH PURPOSE TO DELIVER
Possess W Purpose Del Controlled Substance Sched I,II Excluding Meth Cocaine
FLIGHT-ESCAPE (FLEEING ON FOOT)
POSSESS W PURPOSE DEL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SCHED VI
Donouan Sisson
Booking #: 180332
Age: 25
Gender: Male
Race: African American
Address: Pine Bluff, AR
Booking Date: 01-08-2026 - 1:23 pm
Charges:
POSSESS W PURPOSE DEL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SCHED VI
UAPB Advances Land-Grant Mission with New Hydroponic Career Pathway
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) and the Little Rock School District (LRSD) announced a new partnership in mid-December 2025, establishing the Hydroponic Plant Systems Career Pathway at Little Rock Southwest High School (LRSWHS). The initiative marks a significant step forward in expanding access to high-skill, high-demand career preparation... Read More.
Pine Bluff City Council Reinstates Longtime Zoning Director Mitzi Ruth Following Unanimous Vote
The Pine Bluff City Council has voted to overturn the termination of Mitzi Ruth, the city’s longtime director of Inspection and Zoning.
All council members were present for the meeting except Councilmember Glenn Brown Jr. Those in attendance voted unanimously to reverse the termination after... Read More.
Judge Rules Arkansas House Candidate Casey Reed Ineligible Due to Prior Conviction
A Pulaski County circuit judge has ruled that Casey Reed, a Grant county resident and candidate for Arkansas State Representative in House District 92, is legally ineligible to run for or hold public office under Arkansas law due to a prior felony conviction.
The ruling... Read More.
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Honors Retirement of Capt. Mark Harper
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing the retirement of Captain Mark Harper, marking the end of nearly 30 years of dedicated service to Jefferson County and its residents.
Captain Harper’s law enforcement career began on Jan. 26, 1996, when he joined the Jefferson County... Read More.
Desha County Sheriff’s Office Breaks Up Major Copper Theft Ring
The Desha County Sheriff’s Office has announced the dismantling of a major copper theft operation following a months-long investigation that began in early November.
According to a press release issued Jan. 8, the investigation started on Nov. 4, 2025, when a local farmer reported discovering electric... Read More.
Sheridan School Board discusses buses, hears complaint about late bus
At its most recent meeting, the Sheridan School Board heard concerns expressed about bus transportation staffing, communication and student discipline.
According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the district employs 30 contracted bus drivers along with three hourly drivers and four members of the transportation department... Read More.
Monticello Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Sexual Assault of a Minor
A Monticello man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following a jury conviction for the sexual assault of a minor child, according to information released by law enforcement.
The Monticello Police Department Criminal Investigation Division, working in coordination with the Arkansas State Police... Read More.
Court Date Set to Determine Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr.’s Eligibilty to Run for Office
A legal challenge seeking to remove Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. from the upcoming ballot is moving forward, with a court hearing scheduled for Jan. 27, at 10 a.m. in the 2nd Division courtroom of the Jefferson County Courthouse. The case will be... Read More.
