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

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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 ...

Kingsland Breaks Ground on Community Amphitheater to Host Concerts and Festivals

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Construction efforts for the future Kingsland Amphitheater officially began Saturday, July 18th, with community ...

What to Bring for Watson Chapel School District Student Registration

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

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

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Eudora Mayor Tomeka Butler has filed to run for the Arkansas State Senate District ...

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 ...

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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 his girlfriend hostage during a prolonged assault and threatening her life. Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge 26-year-old Chidra Thomas... Read More.

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 $2 million toward construction of a new career education center at the Woodlawn High School campus. The board approved a resolution during its regular meeting last Thursday authorizing the issuance of... 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 Arkansas took effect July 1st, following federal approval of a state waiver designed to encourage healthier food choices. Under the updated rules, SNAP benefits can no longer be used to purchase... Read More.

Absentee Ballot Applications and Key Election Dates for Jefferson County Voters

The Jefferson County Clerk’s office would like to get the following notice to the public as soon as possible: Act 736 prohibits the County Clerk from sending unsolicited absentee applications to voters who have not established recent contact to request a new ballot application. All... Read More.
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Pine Bluff Police Seek Public Help to Locate Kendral Patterson Wanted for Domestic Battery

Pine Bluff Police Department Detective Office is asking for assistance with locating 45-year-old Kendral Patterson. Patterson is wanted for Domestic Battery 2nd Degree. He is about 5'11 tall and weighs around 205 Ibs. Last known to live on Rebsemen Road in Little Rock. Anyone with information about... Read More.

Drew County Man Sentenced for Illegal Firearm Possession as Chicot County Drug Arrests Continue

A Drew County man will serve five years in prison after a jury convicted him of possessing firearms as a convicted felon. The verdict came July 16 in Drew County Circuit Court, where jurors found James Randle guilty after a joint investigation by Arkansas... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Host National Night Out with Family Fun and Back to School Resources August 4

The Pine Bluff Police Department is inviting residents to attend its annual National Night Out celebration on Aug. 4, bringing together law enforcement and the community for an evening of family-friendly activities, entertainment and back-to-school resources. The free event will take place from 6 to... Read More.

Rogers Police Officer Fred Marsh Dies Heroically While Rescuing Swimmer in Missouri

A Rison native and recently commissioned Rogers police officer died Saturday after drowning while attempting to rescue another swimmer during an off-duty family outing on the Elk River in southwest Missouri. Officer Fred Marsh, 24, a 2020 graduate of Rison High School, entered the water... Read More.

Rogers Police Officer Fred Marsh Dies Heroically While Rescuing Swimmer in Missouri

A Rison native and recently commissioned Rogers police officer died Saturday after drowning while... 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... Read More.
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Pine Bluff Man and Jefferson County Reach Confidential Settlement in Excessive Force Lawsuit

A Pine Bluff man has reached a confidential settlement with Jefferson County in a... Read More.

Coleman Elementary School Supply List for 2026 to 2027 School Year

Coleman Elementary families, it’s time to prepare for an exciting new school year! The 2026–2027... Read More.
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UAPB’s School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences Hires Livestock Specialist

Dr. Ian Kirimi Daniel has been appointed as a livestock specialist for the University... Read More.

Arkansas Seeks Public Input on Stream Black Bass Management Plan Through Statewide Survey

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking anglers, paddlers and other stream users... Read More.
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TOPPS Summer Camp Wraps Up Another Season of Learning and Enrichment

The TOPPS summer camp began on June 8 and will conclude on July 31... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Seek Public Help to Locate Wanted Suspect Nicholas Moka

The Pine Bluff Police Department Detective Office is asking for assistance locating 20-year-old Nicholas... 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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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.

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.
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