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Grant County eyes buying former church

Grant County is considering purchasing the former First Baptist Church in downtown Sheridan, according to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper. The paper quoted Grant County Judge Randy Pruitt as saying the county needs more space. “We’re out of room,” he said. “The courthouse is too crowded. We... Read More.

NCAA announces 2022 football rule changes

The NCAA announced rule changes for college football Thursday morning that will take effect for the 2022 football season. One of the rules includes an appeals process for athletes called for targeting in the second half of a game. In games that have instant replay, when... Read More.
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Sheriff Woods Jr. talks school security

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., was one of the first law enforcement officers on the scene after a reported shooting near the campus of Pine Bluff High School. On Tuesday, Woods was asked about that and about school security when he appeared on the... Read More.
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UAPB Celebrates Founders’ Week 2022

UAPB Celebrates Founders' Week 2022 The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will observe its' 149th Founders Week with a list of events scheduled leading up to the UAPB Golden Lions spring football scrimmage. A list of events are posted above.

Tom Bowen steps down as Arkansas State Director of Athletics

Arkansas State Director of Athletics Tom Bowen has resigned his position effective immediately according to a press release from the University. In the release Bowen cites health concerns as his reason for stepping away. “This morning I met with our coaches and senior administrators to let... Read More.
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Cherokee Nation, Park Service sign agreement on plant gathering

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. (AP) — The Cherokee Nation has signed an agreement with the National Park Service to allow citizens to gather plants within Arkansas’ Buffalo National River to use for purposes including food, crafts and medicine. The river, located in Arkansas’ Ozark Mountains, was established... Read More.
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UAPB Softball: Jackson Named SWAC Hitter of the Week

UAPB Softball: Jackson Named SWAC Hitter of the Week The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball student-athlete Samaria Jackson has been named Southwestern Athletic Conference Hitter of the week, announced by the conference office. Jackson tallied a total of four hits, five runs, six RBIs, and... Read More.

UAPB Baseball Falls to SFA

UAPB Baseball Falls to SFA NACOGDOCHES, Texas -Karsten Vasquez collected three hits, but the UAPB Golden Lions fell to the SFA 'Jacks 15-4 Wednesday. Mike Gerwitz got the ball to start for UAPB and took the loss. In addition to his three hits, Vasquez had an RBI... Read More.