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UAM to offer new track and field coaching degree

Friday, December 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) is set to offer a sports administration track and a coaching track in the Bachelor of Science in health and physical education degree beginning in the spring semester of 2023.The Bachelor of Science in health and physical... Read More.

Official hold I-69 groundbreaking in Mcgehee

Friday, December 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Mcgehee Dermott Times News highlighted a groundbreaking ceremony that took place Tuesday for I-69. Stakeholders gathered in McGehee including the Arkansas Highway Commission Chair Robert Moore Jr., McGehee Mayor Jeff Owyoung, and other highway department officials participated in the ceremony.The newspaper mentioned that... Read More.

Robinson talks budget and county revenue; Precautions for severe weather

Thursday, December 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Thursday, Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson joined Oldies 101.3 Morning Show to discuss updates with the county including highlighting the budget details going into 2023.Host Greg Horne asked about the revenue in comparison to the last couple of years.In relation to the shift... Read More.

Chase holds final council meeting as Mayor

Thursday, December 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to the Advance-Monticellonian, due to the Christmas Holiday, the Monticello City Council held its monthly meeting last week on Thursday, December 15th. In that meeting, a special guest Chris Miller was present with Velys Robotic to answer questions about the potential purchase of... Read More.

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Sheridan School Board sets terms for seats

Thursday, December 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Sheridan Headlight Newspaper recently highlighted the most recent December meeting of the Sheridan School Board that focused on establishing the current officers on the board and the term length for different seats on the board.Jodi Spann was mentioned as being renamed as President... Read More.

Traffic Cameras reported to be effective in Sheridan

Thursday, December 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to the Sheridan Headlight Newspaper over a month ago, the Sheridan Police Department began installing cameras along the public roadways in Sheridan. Although just nine of the proposed 10 have been installed so far, Sheridan Police Chief Jason Teague said the cameras have... Read More.

Missouri men sentenced in catalytic converter theft ring

Wednesday, December 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Three Missouri men have been sentenced for their roles in the theft of tens of thousands of stolen catalytic converters, which were taken to an Arkansas business as part of a multi-million-dollar scheme. Evan Marshall, 25, and Camren Joseph Davis, 25,... Read More.

$50,000 cash-only bond set for woman accused of firing hand-gun

Wednesday, December 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

A $50,000 cash-only bond was set for a Pine Bluff woman accused of firing a handgun at a man during an incident on December 20th.Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Kaelicia Barnes, 33,... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for man fleeing traffic stop and causing several wrecks

Wednesday, December 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

A $25,000 bond was set for a Pine Bluff man accused of not stopping at a stop sign and fleeing a traffic stop initiated by an Arkansas State Trooper.Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

Woman arrested after allegedly slashing tires of ex-boyfriend

Wednesday, December 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Saturday after allegedly being involved in an altercation with her ex-boyfriend.Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgeforth set a $25,000 secured bond for Keiaudra Adair, 27, after finding probable cause to charge her with aggravated assault on a family... Read More.

Animal shelter offering free straw installation for outside pets; Free pet adoptions

Wednesday, December 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Earlier this month Deltaplex News interviewed the Director of Animal Control, Marcus Graydon about the reopening of the shelter after an outbreak earlier this year. The shelter is back in full operation and they have a lot of furry friends looking for a home.During... Read More.

Barbara Warren out as Pine Bluff Superintendent

Tuesday, December 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

Deltaplex News has confirmed that Pine Bluff School District Superintendent Barbara Warren is out as Superintendent of the district. It is not clear if she was fired or stepped down. She will be replaced by Jennifer Barbaree in January 2023. Barbaree has been a... Read More.