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Watson Chapel Superintendent Highlights New School, Academic Gains and End of Federal Oversight

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With the start of the new school year just weeks away, Watson Chapel School District Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee says the district is on schedule to welcome students into ...

Pine Bluff Police Celebrate Youth Mentorship Camp Graduation with Performances and Awards

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The Pine Bluff Police Department celebrated the graduation of its annual P.A.Y. Camp this ...

Pine Bluff Man Held on $120K Bond After Allegedly Concealing Girlfriends Death

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!! WARNING !! This article contains Graphic Details. Reader discretion is advised. A $120,000 secured ...

UAPB Discovery Farm Educational Centers Cultivate Future Agricultural Leaders

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s (UAPB) Discovery Farm Educational Centers are helping ...

Pine Bluff Police Arrest Fugitive Johnathon Montgomery on Multiple Felony Warrants

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On July 15, 2026, officers successfully apprehended 23-year-old Johnathon Montgomery without incident. Montgomery was wanted ...
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Arkansas Sets Tourism Record with 54 Million Visitors and Economic Boost in 2025

Arkansas welcomed a record 54.3 million visitors in 2025, generating $10.2 billion in visitor spending and a total economic impact of $17.4 billion, according to figures announced today by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The governor made the announcement at Pinnacle Mountain State Park Visitor Center... Read More.

Arkansas Medical Marijuana Sales Reach 140 Million in First Half of 2026 Amid Slight Decline

Medical marijuana sales in Arkansas totaled $140.3 million during the first six months of 2026, according to a preliminary report released by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. The total represents a slight decline from the $144 million recorded during the same period in... Read More.

Southeast Arkansas College President Appointed to National AACC Awards Committee

Southeast Arkansas College is proud to announce that President Dr. Tyrone Jackson has been appointed to serve on the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Awards Committee for a two-year term. In this prestigious national role, Dr. Jackson will review nominations from regional award recipients... Read More.

Car Crashes Through T-Mobile Store Near Walmart No Serious Injuries Reported

A silver Honda Accord crashed into the T-Mobile store located near Wingstop and Walmart around noon today. The vehicle traveled through the storefront and came to a stop near the back of the building, causing damage to the store and scattering glass and debris inside. Police... Read More.
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Relyance Bank Warns Customers of Rising Home Visit Scams and Fraud Losses

Relyance Bank is warning customers about a significant increase in fraud attempts, including a growing number of bank impersonation scams and incidents in which fraudsters have gone to customers' homes while falsely claiming to represent the bank. According to bank officials, the increase has occurred... Read More.

Arkansas Communities Join Nationwide Peaceful Protests Against AI Data Centers

Communities across Arkansas are expected to participate in a nationwide day of peaceful protests on Saturday, July 18th, opposing the construction and expansion of artificial intelligence data centers. The demonstrations are being organized as part of a national effort led by Humans First, a conservative... Read More.

Arkansas Secures Settlement in Cash App Fraud Case as Block Agrees to Consumer Protections

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced that the state will receive $453,754 as part of a $45 million multistate settlement with Block, Inc., the company that operates the mobile payment platform Cash App. The settlement resolves litigation brought by Arkansas and 45 other state attorneys... Read More.

Cleveland County School Board Transfers $906,000 to Building Fund After Record Budget Surplus

RISON, Ark. — The Cleveland County School Board approved transferring $906,000 from the district's general fund to its building fund during Monday night's meeting after ending the fiscal year with a record budget surplus. Superintendent Davy King told board members the district collected nearly $395,000... Read More.

Cleveland County School Board Transfers $906,000 to Building Fund After Record Budget Surplus

RISON, Ark. — The Cleveland County School Board approved transferring $906,000 from the district's... Read More.

UAPB Researcher to Study Rice Bran’s Potential Health Benefits

Dr. Swathi Nedunchezian has joined the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff as a... Read More.
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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Death of Missing Woman; One Arrested

On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office responded to... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Seek Public Help to Locate Charles Stewart Wanted for Commercial Burglary

The Pine Bluff Police Department Detective office is asking for assistance locating 46-year-old Charles... Read More.
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Mayor Urges Rison Residents to Support Magnolia Street Overpass Sidewalk in ARDOT Public Comment Period

Mayor Charles Roberts is encouraging residents to submit public comments to the Arkansas Department... Read More.

Harrell Wilson Files for Vacant Arkansas Senate District 1 Seat, Opponent Already Surfaced

Harrell Wilson of the Staves community has become the first candidate to officially file... Read More.
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More details released by Pine Bluff PD following fatal crash involving Quorum Court member

(Warning: Graphic details included in this story) After filing numerous requests for a police report,... Read More.

Three Arkansas Companies Named Among America’s Best Private Businesses by TIME and Statista

TIME Magazine and data analytics firm Statista have released the inaugural edition of America's... Read More.
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Hooten’s Classic Luncheon Kicks Off High School Football Season in Jefferson County

Hooten's Classic Luncheon Kicks Off High School Football Season in Jefferson County PINE BLUFF, AR — Football season officially took center stage as the Pine Bluff West Rotary Club hosted the annual Hooten's Arkansas Football Classic Luncheon, bringing together coaches, players, and community members from... Read More.

Golden Lions Ready for the Spotlight at 2026 SWAC Football Media Days

Golden Lions Ready for the Spotlight at 2026 SWAC Football Media Days BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff football program officially kicked off the 2026 season as head coach Alonzo Hampton and members of the Golden Lions represented the university at... Read More.
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UAPB Football: Golden Lions Place Five on 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team

UAPB Football: Golden Lions Place Five on 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) announced its 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team on Tuesday, as selected by the league's head coaches and sports information directors. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff was... Read More.

UAPB Athletics Presents: Natural State Kick-Off Classic Press Conference

UAPB Athletics Presents: Natural State Kick-Off Classic Press Conference   Pine Bluff, AR--The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department invites fans, media, alumni, supporters, and community members to attend the official 2026 Natural State Kickoff Classic Press Conference as we kick off one of... Read More.
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Three Golden Lions Earn Selection to 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic

Three Golden Lions Earn Selection to 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic Photo: @UAPBLionsBSB on X PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff baseball program continues to gain national recognition as three Golden Lions have been selected to participate in the 2026 HBCU Swingman... Read More.

UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Continues Tradition of Excellence

UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Continues Tradition of Excellence Photo:uamsports.com MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello is preparing to celebrate another distinguished group of former student-athletes, coaches and supporters with the induction of the UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class... Read More.
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