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UAPB football opens up “spring” practice in preparation for 2021 season

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

Usually by mid-October, college football programs have reached the midpoint of the season, assessing where they are, how they got there, and where they are headed. Or, to quote an old western movie, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. For the University of Arkansas... Read More.

UAPB professor seeks support for virtual flight simulation training in Jefferson County

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

By Ray King A professor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff sought the support of the Traffic and Aviation Committee of the Pine Bluff City Council on his idea of offering flight simulation training at the four high schools in Jefferson County. Because of... Read More.

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3 legislators test positive for coronavirus, Governor exposed

Tuesday, October 20 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Three Arkansas lawmakers announced Tuesday they have tested positive for the coronavirus and the state’s governor said he’s scaling back his public events and meetings after being exposed to someone with the virus. Senate President Jim Hendren said the Legislature... Read More.

Committee created to help plan for race track in Jefferson County

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

By Ray King The Traffic and Aviation Committee of the Pine Bluff City Council meeting Tuesday to discuss a possible racetrack decided to create a committee to come up with a plan to make that happen. Council member Joni Alexander, who chairs the committee, explained why... Read More.

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Charges filed in alleged sexual contact with minor female

Tuesday, October 20 by Ray King

Charges have been filed against a Jefferson County man accused of engaging in sexual contact with a minor female in 2019. Nathan Garlington, 46, was charged with fourth-degree sexual assault, a Class D felony, following an investigation by the Arkansas State Police. The charges were filed... Read More.

Marion cancels Friday night football game against Pine Bluff

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

Marion has cancelled Friday night’s football game against the Pine Bluff Zebras following a COVID-19 outbreak according to their social media platforms. The Z’s are coming off of a 32-21 upset victory over Searcy last Friday night after entering the game with a 1-3 record. The... Read More.

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Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. discusses efforts to deal with gang violence

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

By Ray King A collaborative effort is underway to deal with gang violence in Pine Bluff and Jefferson County, according to Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show with Greg Horne and Will Jenkins Tuesday, Woods said his department, the Pine Bluff... Read More.

Grand opening held for the Saracen Casino

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

The Saracen Casino is now officially open following the grand opening at 10 a.m. Tuesday morning. Quapaw Nation Chairman Joseph Byrd, Secretary/Treasurer Guy Barker, Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson, and Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington were all on hand for the grand opening. The casino can... Read More.

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Bond set in alleged burglary and assault

Tuesday, October 20 by Ray King

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Tuesday for a Jefferson County woman accused of breaking into her former husband’s house on Sunday and threatening him and a female with a handgun Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have... Read More.

Whitfield pulls resolution on Assistant Police Chief position

Monday, October 19 by Ray King

By Ray King A proposed ordinance to designate the Senor Deputy Chief of Police as Assistant Chief as long as the assistance chief’s position is vacant was pulled by its sponsor Monday night during a meeting of the Pine Bluff City Council. The ordinance was sponsored... Read More.

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Pine Bluff School District announces zero tolerance for COVID rules at football games

Monday, October 19 by Staff

The Pine Bluff School District has announced that no more warnings will be issued to fans in attendance for sporting events for the COVID football plan. Zero tolerance will be in effect. Worn Marks are required for game entry Masks must remain fans or... Read More.

Brown and Brumett debated Monday morning on Oldies 101.3

Monday, October 19 by Staff

Two former members of the Pine Bluff City Council who are seeking to return to office faced off Monday on Oldies 101.3 as each touted their qualifications and the reasons voters should choose them when they go to the polls. Democrat Glen Brown Sr., who... Read More.

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UAPB football opens up “spring” practice in preparation for 2021 season

UAPB professor seeks support for virtual flight simulation training in Jefferson County

3 legislators test positive for coronavirus, Governor exposed

Committee created to help plan for race track in Jefferson County

Charges filed in alleged sexual contact with minor female

Marion cancels Friday night football game against Pine Bluff

Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. discusses efforts to deal with gang violence

Grand opening held for the Saracen Casino

Bond set in alleged burglary and assault

Whitfield pulls resolution on Assistant Police Chief position

Pine Bluff School District announces zero tolerance for COVID rules at football games

Brown and Brumett debated Monday morning on Oldies 101.3

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