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Pine Bluff Warns Residents About Fraudulent Emails Impersonating City Officials

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The City of Pine Bluff is alerting residents and community partners about fraudulent emails being circulated by individuals falsely claiming to be a city official. The messages may appear urgent, ...

Arkansas Launches New EBT App with Enhanced Security for SNAP Recipients

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Arkansas SNAP recipients will soon have access to additional security tools designed to help ...

Little Rock Zoo Announces Temporary Closure Due to Extreme Heat

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The Little Rock Zoo will temporarily close next week as dangerously hot temperatures are ...

Suspect Taken Into Custody Following Armed Domestic Disturbance in Cleveland County

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A suspect was taken into custody following an armed domestic disturbance in the Rowell ...

Texas Egg Recall Affects 1.6 Million Dozen Due to Salmonella Risk in Multiple States

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A Texas egg producer is voluntarily recalling nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs, including products ...

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Arkansas Ranks Second Nationwide for At Risk Youth Facing Education and Health Challenges

Arkansas ranks second in the nation for the highest share of at-risk youth, according to a recent study from consumer finance website WalletHub. The study evaluated states based on challenges facing young adults ages 18 to 24 during the transition into adulthood. Researchers examined 15 indicators... Read More.

Arkansas Elementary Schools Can Apply for Over Three Million Dollars in Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Funding for 2026

Arkansas elementary schools serving students in kindergarten through sixth grade can apply for more than $3.3 million in funding through the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for the 2026-2027 school year. The FFVP reimburses participating schools for providing free fresh fruits and vegetables... Read More.

Support Local Families by Donating Newborn and Preemie Items to Jefferson Regional Care Closet

Jefferson Regional’s Care Closet is seeking donations from the community to help support families with newborn and premature infants. The program is currently in need of newborn and preemie-sized clothing, as well as diapers. Donations help provide essential items to families with infants in the community... Read More.

Historic Immanuel Baptist Church in Pine Bluff Listed for Sale Amid Declining Attendance

The historic Immanuel Baptist Church campus in Pine Bluff has been listed for sale with an asking price of $1 million. According to church officials, the 70,000-square-foot campus at 1801 W. 17th Ave. has been on the market since July 1st. The property is being brokered... Read More.
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King Foundation Awards $25,000 to Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund

For the third consecutive year, the Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation has invested in the Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF), awarding a $25,000 grant to help single parents in the Arkansas Delta complete college and workforce training. For single parent families across... Read More.

TOPPS DREAMS Program Prepares Students for College, Careers and Global Opportunities

As TOPPS looks beyond the summer, the organization is preparing for another year of its DREAMS program, which focuses on helping local students prepare for life after high school. The initiative offers support and guidance to students as they begin planning for their futures, with... Read More.

Attorney General Tim Griffin Sues Major Drug Companies Over Restrictions on Prescription Discount Program

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Wednesday that the state has filed a lawsuit against multiple pharmaceutical manufacturers and a data management company, alleging they violated state law and engaged in unconscionable trade practices by restricting access to federally required prescription drug discounts. The lawsuit,... Read More.

Arkansas Marks 20 Years of Clean Indoor Air Act and Progress in Public Health

Arkansas leaders, public health advocates and community partners gathered Tuesday at the State Capitol to recognize the 20th anniversary of the Arkansas Clean Indoor Air Act, a law that restricted smoking in most enclosed public places and workplaces across the state. The legislation, known as... Read More.

Arkansas Marks 20 Years of Clean Indoor Air Act and Progress in Public Health

Arkansas leaders, public health advocates and community partners gathered Tuesday at the State Capitol... Read More.

Kingsland Breaks Ground on Community Amphitheater to Host Concerts and Festivals

Construction efforts for the future Kingsland Amphitheater officially began Saturday, July 18th, with community... Read More.
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What to Bring for Watson Chapel School District Student Registration

Parents and guardians enrolling students in the Watson Chapel School District will need to... Read More.

Eudora Mayor Tomeka Butler Enters Race for Arkansas State Senate District 1 Special Election

Eudora Mayor Tomeka Butler has filed to run for the Arkansas State Senate District... Read More.
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OpenAI Says AI Security Test Led to Cyber Incident at Hugging Face

OpenAI says one of its advanced artificial intelligence systems escaped a controlled testing environment... Read More.

Pine Bluff Man Held on $75K Bond for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault of Girlfriend

A $75,000 cash bond was set for a Pine Bluff man accused of holding... Read More.
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Woodlawn School Board Approves $2 Million Bond for New Career Education Center

The Woodlawn School Board has approved a bond issue that will provide more than... Read More.

Arkansas Implements New SNAP Restrictions to Promote Healthier Food Choices

New restrictions on how Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits can be used in... Read More.
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Local Sports

UAPB Volleyball: Lady Lions Volleyball to Host Three Summer Camps July 24 & 25

UAPB Volleyball: Lady Lions Volleyball to Host Three Summer Camps July 24 & 25 uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Lady Lions Volleyball program, under the direction of head coach Gabrielle Floyd, will host three instructional summer camps on July 24... Read More.

Boll Weevils Begin New Era as Gary Goff Headlines UAM at 2026 GAC Football Media Days

Boll Weevils Begin New Era as Gary Goff Headlines UAM at 2026 GAC Football Media Days Hot Springs, AR — A new chapter officially began for the University of Arkansas at Monticello football program as the Boll Weevils took center stage at the 2026 Great... Read More.
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UAPB Athletics Names Johnathan Jones Compliance / Eligibility Specialist

UAPB Athletics Names Johnathan Jones Compliance / Eligibility Specialist uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department has announced the hiring of Jonathan Jones as its Compliance / Eligibility Specialist, bringing a strong background in NCAA compliance, student-athlete eligibility, academic monitoring, and... Read More.

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.
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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.

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.
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