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Help Ensure a Safe and Healthy July 4th holiday from Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services

Thursday, June 28 by Greg

It’s time for Fourth of July celebrations – fireworks, a backyard barbecue, maybe a trip to the water. Whatever people have planned, Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services wants them to enjoy their holiday and has steps they can follow to be safe. “We want everyone to... Read More.

New Arkansas Driver’s License and Identification Card

Thursday, June 28 by Greg

The State of Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration will begin issuing new Driver’s License and Identification Cards in the summer of 2018. The new cards provide more security features.Printed on a highly durable card material are every cardholder’s personal information, photo with a... Read More.

Tonight is the Hog Night

Thursday, June 28 by Greg

Senior Luke Bonfield and Carson Shaddy each had two hits and an RBI Wednesday night for fifth-seeded Arkansas but No. 3 Oregon State rallied in the ninth inning for a 5-3 win to force a decisive game three in the 2018 College World Series.... Read More.

Pine Bluff Schools Major Shake Up

Wednesday, June 27 by Greg

The Pine Bluff School Board decided to buy out Superintendent Michael Robinson’s contract for $50,000.The board named Monica King McMurry as interim superintendent. McMurry had been the executive director of Learning Services for the PBSD.Additionally, PBSD School Board member Henry Dabner told the board... Read More.

Hogs Win, Play Tonight For Title

Wednesday, June 27 by Greg

OMAHA, Neb. – The fifth-seeded Arkansas Razorback baseball team is one win away from the program’s first-ever NCAA title after Tuesday’s 4-1 win over No. 3 Oregon State in the opening game of the 2018 College World Series finals.Junior Blaine Knight collected the win... Read More.

Town Hall Discusses Blight Removal

Tuesday, June 26 by Greg

Blight removal and new advanced metering technology by Entergy Arkansas were among the topics discussed Monday night at the mayor’s town hall meeting at the Pine Bluff Convention Center.Mayor Shirley Washington, along with Ward 4 aldermen Bruce Lockett and Steven Mays Sr., Ward 2... Read More.

SUSPECT, VICTIMS IDENTIFIED IN JEFFERSON COUNTY DOUBLE MURDER

Monday, June 25 by Greg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT Major Lafayette Woods, Jr. Operation Commander/Public Information Officer 870.541.5351-OFFICE/870.329.5652-CELL Email: [email protected] UPDATE: SUSPECT, VICTIMS IDENTIFIED IN JEFFERSON COUNTY DOUBLE MURDER: Jefferson County, Arkansas - June 23, 2018-Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigators have identified the suspect and victims in a double murder overnight... Read More.

EASI Honors Local Law Enforcement

Thursday, June 21 by Greg

Emergency Ambulance Service Inc. and Foster’s Towing Service hosted the third annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon Thursday, June 14, at EASI, 514 W. Fifth Ave.All Jefferson County Law Enforcement Officers enjoyed a free barbecue lunch and live entertainment.Josh Bishop, CEO of EASI said the... Read More.

Greg Gustek Rotary Speaker

Wednesday, June 20 by Greg

Bluff city radio host Greg Gustek spoke recently about South Arkansas today and his roles city treasurer

Alexander wins primary

Wednesday, June 20 by Greg

Joni Alexander claimed an easy victory Tuesday and picked up the Democratic Party’s nomination for the Ward One seat on the Pine Bluff City Council, soundly defeating incumbent Thelma Walker.Complete but unofficial results were:Alexander 398Walker 84The winner, a political newcomer will face Republican Jesse... Read More.