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AG issues warning about price gouging after tornados

Tuesday, May 28 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — In the aftermath of the deadly tornadoes that ripped through Arkansas on Sunday, Attorney General Tim Griffin issued a statement warning of post-storm rebuilding scams.He continued on informing businesses of prohibitions on price gouging in Act 367 of 1997 following Governor Huckabee's... Read More.

Students visit UAPB Aquaculture and Fisheries

Tuesday, May 28 by Ray King

Explore Academy in Pine Bluff recently organized a field trip for a group of 45 high schoolers from various schools in the Pine Bluff area. Their destination was the UAPB Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries, where interactive sessions and hands-on activities awaited them.Dr. Yathish... Read More.

UAMS selects Dr. Atiq for distinguished chair in physician leadership

Tuesday, May 28 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine invested Omar T. Atiq, M.D., MACP, FRCP, in the inaugural Omar T. Atiq, M.D., MACP, Distinguished Chair in Physician Leadership during a May 20 ceremony. Atiq is a medical oncologist at... Read More.

Eight dead after tornados hit Northwest Arkansas

Monday, May 27 by Ray King

A series of deadly tornados swept across mostly Northwest Arkansas Saturday night resulted in what media sources say are at least eight dead and many more injured.At least three people died in Benton County and at least three others were killed in Marion County.The... Read More.

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Michigan Board confirms Alexander as new chancellor of University of Michigan-Flint

Monday, May 27 by Ray King

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Chancellor Laurence B. Alexander has been officially approved as the new Chancellor of the University of Michigan-Flint.He was approved during a meeting of the Michigan Board of Trustees.Alexander served as Chancellor of the University of Arkansas at Pine... Read More.

Judge says lawyers can carry guns in any courthouse in the state

Wednesday, May 22 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — A Pulaski County Circuit Court Judge has ruled that attorneys are 'officers of the court' and are allowed to carry a handgun in any courthouse of the state of Arkansas.The court case stemmed from a local attorney, Chris P. Corbitt, who was... Read More.

Highway Department reveals plans for widening of Highway 5

Wednesday, May 22 by Ray King

SALINE COUNTY — In Saline County, planning continues for the long-awaited widening of Highway 5. That expansion could have an impact on some businesses in Bryant.Dave Parker with the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) said construction for the project will not start for another two... Read More.

Graphyte donates $25,000 to Ward 3 community park

Tuesday, May 21 by Ray King

Pine Bluff, AR - May 20, 2024 – The City of Pine Bluff today announced a generous donation of $25,000 for a new community park from Graphyte, an environmental technology company backed by Bill Gates that launched in the city less than a year... Read More.

Bryant teacher sentenced to prison for having sex with minor

Monday, May 20 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK—Heather Hare, 33, of Conway, was sentenced to serve the next 13 years in federal prison for transporting a minor across state lines for the purpose of unlawful sexual activity. Hare was sentenced Thursday by United States District Judge Lee P. Rudofsky.The investigation... Read More.

Pine Bluff man killed in Thursday accident

Monday, May 20 by Ray King

A two-vehicle accident on the Martha Mitchell Expressway at Commerce Road Thursday resulted in the death of a Pine Bluff man.According to a preliminary report from the Arkansas Department of Public Safety, a 2004 GMC driven by Rudolph A. Atherley, 88 was southbound on... Read More.

Drew County Quorum Court approves funds for new car for Sheriff’s Department

Friday, May 17 by Ray King

At its most recent meeting, the Drew County Quorum Court approve legislation allowing the Sheriff’s Department to buy a vehicle, radios and necessary equipment.According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, an ordinance appropriating $64,000 for the vehicle and $26,000 for radios and equipment were approved.Sheriff... Read More.

Veterans Group honors Boozman

Friday, May 17 by Ray King

WASHINGTON – Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) honored U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) with its 2024 Leadership in Government Award in recognition of his advocacy for policies to improve the services and benefits veterans and their families have earned. “I’m proud to work with IAVA to ensure... Read More.