UAPB to Offer Real Estate License Course

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's School of Business & Management and the Associates Career Education Services (ACES) are offering students a real estate course beginning in the fall of 2018, according to a news release.Students can earn four credit hours toward their... Read More.

Downtown Grants to Provide Shade Structure at Barraque Plaza

Pine Bluff Downtown Development, Inc. will use funds from two grants for a shade structure over the picnic tables at Barraque Plaza at the corner of Barraque and Pine Streets, according to a Downtown Development newsletter.Downtown Development recently received a $15,000 Downtown Revitalization Grant... Read More.
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American Idol Plans Auditions at Little Rock

The American Idol singing competition will bring its nationwide talent search to Little Rock on September 12, 2018.  Open call auditions will be held at the River Market, located at 400 President Clinton Avenue in Little  Rock.Individuals must be at least 15 years old... Read More.

Residents Take to Streets After Another Pine Bluff Slaying

In response to four murders in Pine Bluff within a period of three days, a group of ministers and concerned citizens quickly staged a march against violence Wednesday morning.The march, which began at Harding Avenue and Main Street, ended on the north side of... Read More.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held for New Simmons Bank Field

Golden Lion fans poured into the stadium on Wednesday morning as dignitaries, administrators, and coaches took to the 50 yard line for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the all new Simmons Bank Field.The sounds of the Marching Musical Machine of the Mid-South filled the... Read More.

Coffee with the Chiefs Sets Shotspotter Presentation

Representatives from Shotspotter Gunshot Detection will make a presentation at Coffee with the Chiefs Community Meeting, according to a news release.Interested Citizens for Voter Registration, Inc. will host Coffee with the Chiefs on Tuesday, September 4th.  This event will take place from 9:00 to... Read More.
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3 Inmates Die at Arkansas Prison in Less Than 24 Hours

By The Associated PressGOULD — A Department of Correction official says three inmates have died in less than 24 hours at a prison in southeast Arkansas, possibly from drug use.Spokesman James DePriest said Monday that both state police and the department are investigating to... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department Reports a 4th Murder in 3 Days

The Pine Bluff Police Department (PBPD) reports a fourth murder in four days with the latest victim being 20-year-old Jamonte Smith.On Tuesday night, Pine Bluff police responded to a residence at 2809 West 40th Avenue in reference to a shooting, according to a PBPD... Read More.
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Fish Sale at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will hold a Fish Sale on Friday, August 31, 2018.This will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the UAPB Aquaculture Research Station.The cost is $1.50 per pound."Fish will be sold on a first come,... Read More.
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City of Gould to Celebrate 111th Anniversary

"Believe In Gould" is the focus of the City of Gould's 111th Anniversary Celebration August 31st through September 2nd.  Enjoy food, family and fun in Gould, AR.There will be a Gospel Jubilee, parade, contests, games and prizes.  This event is open to the general... Read More.

Police Investigate Overnight Homicide in Pine Bluff

Authorities say one person is dead and three more are injured after an overnight shooting in Pine Bluff.  Pine Bluff police say the shooting occurred around 1:00 a.m. in the 2600 block of Fir Street near West 34th Avenue.When officers arrived, they found one... Read More.