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$20,000 bond set for Pine Bluff man involved in alleged altercation

Friday, November 5 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man currently on parole was arrested Wednesday after he was allegedly involved in an altercation on the parking lot of the probation and parole office in the Jefferson Square Shopping Center. During a court-heating Friday, Deputy Prosecutor Mircha King explained... Read More.

$100,000 bond set for man accused of alleged drug and weapons-related charges

Friday, November 5 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man on drug and weapons-related charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Jason Simpson, 42, with possession of controlled substance methamphetamine, being... Read More.

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Airport work in Grant County nearing completion

Friday, November 5 by Ray King

Work on improving the taxiway at the Sheridan Municipal Airport which has been delayed for more than two years is expected to be completed in the next few months, according to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper. The paper reported that Grant County was awarded a grant... Read More.

A&P Commission awards grants to 9 groups

Friday, November 5 by Ray King

The Advertising and Promotion Commission on Thursday awarded $250,000 to nine non-profit groups for upcoming events, programs and tourism related facilities, according to a press release. Included in the group were the Arkansas Railroad Museum, the Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, Black Pilots... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office to participate in No Shave November

Thursday, November 4 by Staff

You may have noticed some male deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office sporting some extra facial hair this month, and they are doing so for a good cause to raise awareness for prostate cancer and other men's health issues. "Just in time for the holiday season,... Read More.

JCSO Lt. Kaylon McDaniel released from hospital following battle with COVID-19

Thursday, November 4 by Staff

Today we celebrated Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Division Lieutenant Kaylon McDaniel's release from Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, AR with a blue-light escort. Lt. McDaniel was admitted to Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff on July 10, 2021, diagnosed with COVID-19. His... Read More.

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Watson Chapel’s Daniel Nelson named the Week 10 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Player of the Week

Thursday, November 4 by Staff

Watson Chapel WR/DB Daniel Nelson has been named the Week 10 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Player of the Week following a solid performance in last week's game. Nelson gave his thoughts on being named Player of the Week. "I'm just very thankful," said Nelson. "This has... Read More.

Former legislator to ask for new trial

Thursday, November 4 by Ray King

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — A former Arkansas state senator convicted in 2018 of corruption-related charges is pushing forward with a request for a new trial. Attorney Lee D. Short of North Little Rock filed notice Wednesday that his client, former Sen. Jon Woods, will take his... Read More.

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Cold case squad, federal help on police chiefs agenda

Thursday, November 4 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Reducing incidents of violent crime in Pine Bluff is the number one goal of Interim Police Chief Lloyd Franklin Sr. which is why he has developed a partnership with the Federal Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Division of the Justice Department. Appearing on... Read More.

Imagination Library talks free reading literacy program in Jefferson County

Thursday, November 4 by Deseray Mckinzy

United Way joined the Oldies 101.3 Morning Show on Wednesday, November 3rd and they featured one of their partner agencies, Imagination Library, a free program that focuses on early childhood literacy. Linda Bateman represented the agency and explained more about the program that was... Read More.

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Two south Arkansas men arrested while allegedly removing parts from a vehicle

Thursday, November 4 by Staff

By Ray King Two Southeast Arkansas men were arrested Tuesday after they allegedly were seen removing parts from a vehicle that had been reported stolen. Colton Knight, 27, of Hampton and Justin Creech, 29, of Camden were taken into custody after police were sent to the... Read More.

Credit ratings upgraded for Saracen Development

Thursday, November 4 by Ray King

Saracen Development LLC, a wholly owned company of the Quapaw Nation that owns the Saracen Casino Resort has received upgrades to its credit ratings, according to Arkansas Business. In its Nov. 1 issue, Arkansas Business reported that the Moody’s and S&P Global Ratings have upgraded ... Read More.

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$20,000 bond set for Pine Bluff man involved in alleged altercation

$100,000 bond set for man accused of alleged drug and weapons-related charges

Airport work in Grant County nearing completion

A&P Commission awards grants to 9 groups

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office to participate in No Shave November

JCSO Lt. Kaylon McDaniel released from hospital following battle with COVID-19

Watson Chapel’s Daniel Nelson named the Week 10 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Player of the Week

Former legislator to ask for new trial

Cold case squad, federal help on police chiefs agenda

Imagination Library talks free reading literacy program in Jefferson County

Two south Arkansas men arrested while allegedly removing parts from a vehicle

Credit ratings upgraded for Saracen Development

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