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Asa Hutchinson lifts restrictions against out of state travelers

Tuesday, May 5 by Ray King

By Ray KingArkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson has lifted the restriction that prohibited out-of-state travelers from coming to the state for recreational purposes.At his daily press conference on the COVID-19 pandemic, the Governor said people who come from known hot spots, New York, New Jersey... Read More.

Pine Bluff native Dr. Bradsher receives UAMS top faculty award

Tuesday, May 5 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — Robert W. Bradsher Jr., M.D. — a professor of infectious diseases in the Department of Internal Medicine — has received the 2020 Distinguished Faculty Service Award from the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).The award... Read More.

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Victim identified in Monday homicide in Pine Bluff

Monday, May 4 by Ray King

The Pine Bluff Police Department responded to a shootingat 33rd & Hazel at approximately 6 p.m. Monday afternoon. Upon arrival, officers found 38-year-old Elvis Kendal with gunshot wounds inside of a vehicle. He was transported to Jefferson Regional Medical Center where he later died of... Read More.

City Council gives green light to shared work program

Monday, May 4 by Ray King

By Ray KingWith no dissent, the Pine Bluff City Council on Monday approved a resolution authorizing Mayor Shirley Washington to apply for employees to participate in the Shared Work Unemployment Compensation Program conducted by the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services.Under the program, the work... Read More.

Governor to pardon three from Pine Bluff

Monday, May 4 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson Monday announced his intent to grant pardons to 20 people, including three from Pine Bluff.. An additional 28 clemency requests were denied and six had no action taken upon them. These include requests from both inmates and non-inmates.The applicants intended... Read More.

Governor issues guidelines for churches, directive for indoor and outdoor event venues

Monday, May 4 by Ray King

By Ray KingArkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson on Monday announced guidelines for churches who have been limited to the number of people who could attend services.At his daily press conference on the COVID-19 pandemic, the governor also announced he had issued a directive dealing with... Read More.

Fire calls decrease in April compared to March

Monday, May 4 by Ray King

By Ray KingFirefighters in Pine Bluff answered 19 fewer calls in April than they did in March, according to the monthly report from the Fire and Emergency Services Department.They responded to 310 calls last month compared to 329 in March. The April total includes... Read More.

Courthouse access restricted to May 15

Monday, May 4 by Ray King

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, Jefferson County Judge and Chief Executive Officer, Gerald Robinson, has extended the Executive Order restricting public access to county facilities through May 15th to protect the health of county employees and the public.Public access to the Jefferson County... Read More.

Barber shops/Beauty shops to reopen in Arkansas on May 6

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

By Ray KingContinuing his program to reopen businesses in Arkansas affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Asa Hutchinson on Friday announced that barber and beauty shops, spas, tattoo parlors and massage therapy facilities will be allowed to reopen May 6.On Wednesday, the Governor announced... Read More.

Council member Alexander gives thoughts on Pine Bluff reserve fund

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

By Ray KingA projected shortfall in revenue as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic has the Pine Bluff City Council searching for ways to stem the tide and keep the city operating.Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show Friday, Council member Joni Alexander talked... Read More.

Recycling center to close Saturdays

Friday, May 1 by Ray King

Beginning May 2nd, the Jefferson County E-Waste and Recycling Facility at 1800 E. Harding Ave. in Pine Bluff will be closed on Saturdays due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For additional... Read More.