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Lockdown Defense, Williams Double-Double Fuel Golden Lions Win Over Jackson State

Tuesday, February 10 by Laron Marbley

Lockdown Defense, Williams Double-Double Fuel Golden Lions Win Over Jackson State uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. — Quion Williams recorded a double-double with 25 points and 10 rebounds to lead the UAPB men's basketball team to an 84–63 home victory over Jackson State on Monday. Williams also facilitated the offense... Read More.

Watson Chapel School Board Approves Alumni Park at New High School Site

Tuesday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

At its monthly meeting Monday night, the Watson Chapel School Board voted to approve Superintendent Dr. Keith McGehee’s proposal to create a park at the site of the new high school. McGehee said it will be called Alumni Park and he explained what the board... Read More.

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UAMS enrolls 25 in doulas training classes

Tuesday, February 10 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation will train at least 25 doulas in 2026 after enrolling its latest class of trainees in January. The institute launched its comprehensive doula training program in 2025 in partnership... Read More.

Hearing in Woods eligibility lawsuit rescheduled until after primary election

Tuesday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

The hearing in a lawsuit challenging the eligibility of Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. has been rescheduled until March 6, after the upcoming primary elections. According to a court order resetting the case, the hearing on Mark Cannon's petition for a writ of mandamus... Read More.

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Monticello City Council authorizes renovation of old fire station

Tuesday, February 10 by Ray King

At its recent meeting, the Monticello City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a contract for architectural services to renovate the old fire station at City Hall. According to the Advance Montcellonian newspaper, Michael Rogers who is with MR Designs, an architectural... Read More.

Cleveland Count Quorum Court issues disaster declaration

Tuesday, February 10 by Ray King

The Cleveland County Quorum Court has approved a resolution declaring a Disaster Declaration as a result of the recent winer storm. According to the Cleveland County Herald, Jamie Thompson, the administrative assistant in the county judge’s office said the decision to declare an emergency was... Read More.

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Judge’s Ruling Clears Path for Kenneth Wells to Join Monticello School Board

Tuesday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

A Drew County Circuit Court ruling has cleared the way for Kenneth Wells to be named to the Monticello School Board after a judge determined that the opposing candidate in the Zone 2 race was ineligible due to residency requirements. Circuit Judge Quincey Ross issued... Read More.

Arkansas State Police Warn of Sharp Rise in Online Exploitation of Children on Safer Internet Day

Tuesday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

As Safer Internet Day is observed nationwide Tuesday, the Arkansas State Police (ASP) is urging families to make online safety a daily priority amid alarming increases in online crimes targeting children across the state. Preliminary 2025 data from the ASP Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC)... Read More.

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Pine Bluff at a Crossroads: Population Loss, Poverty, and the Fight to Rebuild

Monday, February 9 by Lori Basiewicz

While the entire State of Arkansas experienced a population decline in 2025 with a net loss of 1,224 people due to deaths outnumbering births, Pine Bluff continues to hold the dubious title of “America’s fastest-shrinking city.” This is due to a combination of factors.... Read More.

Pine Bluff Fire Department Nears Full Staffing

Monday, February 9 by Lori Basiewicz

On Monday, February 9th, the Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services announced the hiring of five new firefighters. The mix of five men and women brings the total number of firefighters employed by Pine Bluff up to 90. This is only two short of... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court approves four ordinances in brief Monday meeting

Monday, February 9 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court held one of its shortest meetings in recent memory Monday night, wrapping up business in less than 30 minutes. Of the five items on the agenda, four were approved. The first ordinance failed to reach a third reading after the court... Read More.

Pine Bluff Mayor Vetoes Resolution Supporting Urban Renewal Agency

Monday, February 9 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff Mayor Vivian Flowers has vetoed a recently approved City Council resolution expressing continued support for the Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency, according to a notice filed with the city clerk’s office. City Clerk Janice L. Roberts confirmed the mayor exercised her veto power... Read More.

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Lockdown Defense, Williams Double-Double Fuel Golden Lions Win Over Jackson State

Watson Chapel School Board Approves Alumni Park at New High School Site

UAMS enrolls 25 in doulas training classes

Hearing in Woods eligibility lawsuit rescheduled until after primary election

Monticello City Council authorizes renovation of old fire station

Cleveland Count Quorum Court issues disaster declaration

Judge’s Ruling Clears Path for Kenneth Wells to Join Monticello School Board

Arkansas State Police Warn of Sharp Rise in Online Exploitation of Children on Safer Internet Day

Pine Bluff at a Crossroads: Population Loss, Poverty, and the Fight to Rebuild

Pine Bluff Fire Department Nears Full Staffing

Jefferson County Quorum Court approves four ordinances in brief Monday meeting

Pine Bluff Mayor Vetoes Resolution Supporting Urban Renewal Agency

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