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Boyce Hamlet, a University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) alumnus and former University staff member, has been appointed as chairman of the Arkansas Post-Prison Transfer Board.
Hamlet has devoted his career to public safety, criminal justice, and law enforcement across Arkansas and the surrounding... Read More.
Arkansas agriculture is moving through the final stages of spring planting with soybeans nearly finished statewide, cotton still working through weather delays, and rice and corn already complete, according to the National Agricultural Statistics Service.
Soybean planting leads completion across major crops, with 95 percent... Read More.
A bee swarm incident in Texas that sent three people to the hospital has prompted renewed discussion among Arkansas healthcare professionals about the potential dangers associated with bee stings and the importance of recognizing signs of a medical emergency.
While most bee stings result in... Read More.
Saracen Casino Resort is proud to announce the opening of its hotel, marking a major milestone in the continued growth of Saracen property.
The new 14-story hotel features 318 modern guest rooms and suites, offering luxe accommodations paired with the elevated amenities and the southern... Read More.
Methamphetamine has overtaken fentanyl as the drug most frequently involved in overdose deaths in Arkansas, according to newly released data from the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory.
Statistics compiled from forensic autopsies conducted by the Crime Lab show methamphetamine was involved in 54% of drug-related deaths... Read More.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will offer virtual Enrollment Management Command Center sessions on June 4, 2026, and July 2, 2026, providing students with direct access to comprehensive support services designed to help them enroll, register, persist, and progress toward graduation.
The... Read More.
A $2,500 secured bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of domestic violence.
Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge 29-year-old Logan King with 3rd Degree of Domestic Battering, second offense.
Reading from... Read More.
Woodlawn's baseball and softball teams collected a number of postseason accolades following the 2026 season, with players earning recognition at both the state and conference levels.
Leading the honors for the Bears were junior catcher Parker Arnold, junior third baseman Hollis Holderfield and junior shortstop/pitcher... Read More.
U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton discussed developments in the Middle East, Arkansas' growing role in... Read More.
A $10,000 secured bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of... Read More.
Cleveland County Judge Don Triplet is asking for the public’s help in locating road... Read More.
Questions surrounding a proposed poultry farm near Highway 63 prompted discussion during Monday night's... Read More.
As part of its ongoing effort to connect the community with local nonprofit organizations,... Read More.
A $5,000 secured bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of... Read More.
The School of Business and Management (SBM) at the University of Arkansas at Pine... Read More.
Central Moloney announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Pine Bluff to North... Read More.
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Birmingham, AL--The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff baseball program continued its impressive postseason run with two Golden Lions earning spots on the 2026 Southwestern Athletic Conference All-Tournament Team following a strong showing at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama.
Freshman standout... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Earn Postseason Hardware as Fabian and Grant Highlight SWAC Honors
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Birmingham, AL — Arkansas-Pine Bluff baseball came away from the 2026 Southwestern Athletic Conference postseason awards with a pair of standout honorees, as senior right-hander Kenny Fabian and freshman infielder Aaron... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions' Season Ends in SWAC Tournament Semifinals
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The 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament delivered drama, upsets and postseason intensity at historic Rickwood Field as the Arkansas–Pine Bluff Golden Lions baseball made one of the tournament’s biggest statements with a stunning opening-round victory over... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Pull Off Upset Victory in the First Round of the SWAC Tournament
Birmingham, AL--The UAPB Golden Lions baseball team delivered one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament on Wednesday, knocking off tournament favorite Bethune–Cookman in a thrilling... Read More.
The Woodlawn Bears and Woodlawn Lady Bears are both headed to the Class 2A state championship games after winning semifinal matchups Saturday at Palestine-Wheatley High School.
Both Woodlawn teams advanced by defeating their counterparts from Riverside High School during the state tournament semifinals, continuing strong... Read More.
UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Fall to Jackson State, Secure #8 Seed for SWAC Tournament
Jackson, MS-- The UAPB Golden Lions closed out the regular season with a hard-fought weekend series against the Jackson State Tigers in Jackson, Mississippi, earning a split over the first two... Read More.
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