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Two arrested following high speed pursuit in Lincoln County

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

An 18-year-old Pine Bluff man and his passenger were arrested Friday following a high speed chase that ended in Lincoln County, according to a report from the Arkansas State Police. According to the report Trooper Nathan Jynes was stationary on the eastbound shoulder US Highway... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating fatal crash on Olive Street

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on February 5, 2025, at approximately 2:44 P.M. Officers were dispatched to the area of West 33rd Avenue and South Olive Street in response to reports of a multi-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers... Read More.

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Four finalists named for UAPB Chancellor position

Wednesday, February 5 by Ray King

The University of Arkansas System has named the four finalists for the vacant position as Chancellor at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. According to an announcement from UA System President Jay B. Silveria, the four are as follows. Robert Mock Jr., Ed.D. executive... Read More.

Arkansas State Police investigating shooting that left Dumas teenager dead

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

The Dumas Police Department (DPD) has asked the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) to investigate a homicide that occurred in their city late Tuesday, February 4, 2025. At approximately 10:15 p.m., a body was discovered behind the Pendleton Apartments near Short Street... Read More.

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$80,000 Awarded in NIL Partnership with UAPB Athletics and 1890 ASAP program

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department recently partnered with James Bunch, president of PickinGreens Productions, and the 1890 Agriculture and Student Athletes (ASAP) Project to receive an $80,000 award in name, image and likeness (NIL) contracts. The 1890 ASAP program is twofold:... Read More.

Arkansas Legislation Targets Fairness in Pharmacy Benefit Management

Wednesday, February 5 by Alex Bivens

The Arkansas General Assembly is expected to begin considering legislation dealing with pharmacy benefit managers and the effect that have on drug prices. On Wednesday, Lelan Stice, the owner of Doctor’s Orders Pharmacy, was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show and talked about... Read More.

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A $15k bond was set for a PB woman accused of choking her daughter

Wednesday, February 5 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of choking her daughter during an altercation. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Jamila Smith, 46, with aggravated assault on... Read More.

A $15k bond was set for a Texas man being charged with aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer

Wednesday, February 5 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Texas man accused of spitting on a police officer who was trying to arrest him for shoplifting. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to chare Marcus... Read More.

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Jerimy Antuan Fisher

Wednesday, February 5 by Alex Bivens

Booking #: 100514 Age: 44 Gender: Male Race: African American Address: Pine Bluff, AR Booking Date: 02-04-2025 - 3:31 pm Charges: Sentenced to DOC

Jefferson County Budget Stalemate Leaves Employees Unpaid and Court Operations Halted

Tuesday, February 4 by Greg

By Ray King Another meeting of the Jefferson County Quorum Court and another day with no progress on getting employees paid. By a vote of 7 to 5, the Quorum Court rejected a bid by County Judge Gerald Robinson to get a just over $37-million 2025... Read More.

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MECA’s Karen Blevins discusses 911 and budget stress on staff

Tuesday, February 4 by Alex Bivens

As Jefferson County employees enter their second month without a paycheck, the stress is getting to those employees, including dispatchers who work for MECA (Metropolitan Emergency Communications Association). Karen Blevins, who heads the county Office of Emergency Management which includes MECA was able to reach... Read More.

New Leadership Takes Charge at Pine Bluff Civic Auditorium

Tuesday, February 4 by Greg

On January 28, 2025, the newly appointed Pine Bluff Civic Auditorium Complex Commissioners were officially sworn in at the banquet hall of the Pine Bluff Convention Center. The ceremony was conducted by Judge Earnest Brown, the Circuit Judge for the sixth division of the... Read More.

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Two arrested following high speed pursuit in Lincoln County

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating fatal crash on Olive Street

Four finalists named for UAPB Chancellor position

Arkansas State Police investigating shooting that left Dumas teenager dead

$80,000 Awarded in NIL Partnership with UAPB Athletics and 1890 ASAP program

Arkansas Legislation Targets Fairness in Pharmacy Benefit Management

A $15k bond was set for a PB woman accused of choking her daughter

A $15k bond was set for a Texas man being charged with aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer

Jerimy Antuan Fisher

Jefferson County Budget Stalemate Leaves Employees Unpaid and Court Operations Halted

MECA’s Karen Blevins discusses 911 and budget stress on staff

New Leadership Takes Charge at Pine Bluff Civic Auditorium

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