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Murder caught on video, suspect makes first court appearance

By Ray King A fight on the parking lot of the Alon gas station at 28th Avenue and Olive Street just before midnight Tuesday resulted in the death of one man and the arrest of a second. George W. Tolbert, 60, was pronounced dead at the scene... Read More.

UAPB allowing in-person learning for 2021 LIONS Program

Friday, May 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) recently announced in a news release that they are happy to welcome the return of in-person learning for the 2021 Learning Institute and Opportunities for New Students (LIONS) Program. The news release... Read More.

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Police Department taking applications for Concerned Citizens in Action Group

Friday, May 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyDeputy Chief Shirley Warrior from the police department spoke with Deltaplex News about the Concerned Citizens Group that she and her team put together to help stop crime and combat speeding and street concerns. Chief Warrior stated that this is an opportunity... Read More.

Councilmember Alexander talks survey resolution

Thursday, May 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King With no dissent, the Pine Bluff City Council on Monday adopted a resolution authorizing a survey of the city’s boundary lines. On Deltaplex Radio Thursday, Councilmember Joni Alexander was asked if the resolution, sponsored by Councilmember Steven Mays, had anything to do... Read More.

Police promote two to Sergeant

Thursday, May 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyInterim Police Chief Kelvin Hadley organized the promotion ceremony for two police officers Thursday morning at the district court building. Those officers were Anthony Kirkpatrick and Jasmine Womack who were promoted to the position of Sergeant. Judge Kim Bridgforth swore in the two... Read More.

UAPB recieves $469K grant from Windgate Foundation

Thursday, May 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff announced Wednesday that it was recently awarded a two-year grant of $469,420 to support teacher preparation programs for students through its Educator Preparation Program that was provided by the Windgate Foundation.In the University's news release... Read More.

Scholarship opportunity for senior high school students deadline approaching

Wednesday, May 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyWhitnee Boyd joined Deltaplex news to discuss The Gift of Enlightenment Scholarship that she coordinates, which is in honor of the late Ms. Carla Thomas Allen. Boyd explained the scholarship and why it was created in Allen's honor,Boyd described Allen as a... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge talks lawsuit filed by the city

Wednesday, May 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson on Wednesday talked with Deltaplex News about the status of a lawsuit filed by the City of Pine Bluff against Jefferson County over jail fees.Robinson said at the time the original agreement had been worked out, Jefferson... Read More.

Police arrest man for allegedly stabbing a women in her head

Wednesday, May 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man who allegedly stabbed a woman at a house on the east side of the city. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge... Read More.

Man arrested after allegedly pushing girlfriend into broken glass

Wednesday, May 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man previously convicted of misdemeanor domestic battery in 2018 was arrested Tuesday after allegedly pushing his girlfriend into the broken glass during an altercation. Clarence Long, 54, was taken into custody after police responded to a reported domestic disturbance at... Read More.

URA approves bidding out demolitions; purchase of downtown property

Wednesday, May 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyPine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency met for their monthly meeting Tuesday evening at the Reynolds Center where they discussed several topics including the approval of bidding out demolitions and the purchase of more downtown properties. Maurice Taggart the Executive Director of URA introduced... Read More.

Lincoln County Judge talks roads

Tuesday, May 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Lincoln County Judge Buddy Lynn Earnest talked about keeping up county roads, particularly since the county has several hundred miles of gravel, and recent rains have made it difficult to get that gravel.Speaking to Deltaplex News, Earnest said Lincoln County has a... Read More.