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Community Briefs 11-11-26

A Veterans Day unveiling honoring the late Pfc. Manuel Leroy Carroll will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Jefferson County Veterans Building, 114 S. State St. All are invited to witness the unveiling of his name on the building, according to Stuff in The Bluff.com. Carroll was...

Jefferson County, AR · 2d

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State Police: Pine Bluff High School employee arrested on theft charge

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (KATV) — A former Pine Bluff High School employee was arrested on theft charges, Arkansas State Police announced on Tuesday. Police say that 47-year-old Catrena Childress, an administrative assistant at the school, was arrested on Nov. 9 following an investigation into the theft of funds from the school.

Pine Bluff, AR · 3d

KARK 4 News

Chris Lowery declared Jefferson County sheriff-elect again after hand recount; Lafayette Woods reflects on 22-year career

Chris Lowery has been declared Jefferson County's sheriff-elect once again following a hand recount of ballots Wednesday, bringing an end to a closely watched election that saw questions raised about the results and the county's election process.

Jefferson County, AR · 1d

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28 years later, 1998 Arkansas homicide remains unsolved

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help gathering information in the 1998 cold case homicide of Lennie Woods. According to the sheriff's office, Woods' naked body was discovered Nov. 10, 1998, on a farm levee in Moscow, Arkansas. Her shoes and clothing were found nearby. Woods...

Moscow, AR · 2d

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Pine Bluff Police Department opens first substation

The Pine Bluff Police Department is expanding its presence in the community with the opening of its first police substation, an effort aimed at improving public safety, strengthening relationships with residents and combating crime.

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Jefferson County recognizes The Learning Lounge founder for national education award

Jefferson County officials recognized Kanesha Adams, founder of The Learning Lounge, during a Quorum Court committee meeting Tuesday (Nov. 10), honoring her achievement in receiving the $1 million Yass Prize for education innovation. The recognition included an official resolution presented on behalf of the Jefferson County Judge’s Office, commending Adams...

Jefferson County, AR · 1d

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Pine Bluff, Watson Chapel superintendents meet state Education Board over F ratings

LITTLE ROCK — Keith McGee spent his birthday morning speaking before the Arkansas Board of Education, but it was under less-than-celebratory circumstances. McGee, who leads the Watson Chapel School District, was one of seven superintendents scheduled Thursday (Nov. 12) to discuss their plans for improving their F ratings in the Arkansas Department of Education’s latest Report Card. The Watson Chapel and Pine Bluff school districts both earned an F for the second year in a row under the formula, which takes into account academic performance, growth of all students, growth of the lowest-performing quartile of students, and how well-prepared students are after graduation. Up to 100 points are counted for each subcategory across these four categories, meaning a district can earn up to 900 points for its formula score.

Pine Bluff, AR · 16h

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White Hall school board hears academic report, update on athletic field improvements

Gandy Elementary School Principal Lakendra Lovelady told the White Hall School District board Tuesday night (Nov. 10) that literacy assessment scores among kindergarten through second-grade students are lower than last year, but cautioned that earlier testing dates and assessments covering material students have not yet been taught are factors in the results.

White Hall, AR · 2d

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Pine Bluff Area Community Foundation awards grants

Pine Bluff Area Community Foundation announced the 2026 non-profit grant recipients during the annual presentation and reception Nov. 5. “The foundation awarded $139,990 in grants to 39 local nonprofits,” said Ginger Casteel, grant committee chair for the Community Foundation. “This is the fifth consecutive year for the foundation to award over $100,000 in grants.”

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Jefferson County Quorum Court committees review payroll changes, courthouse repairs, employee bonuses

Jefferson County Quorum Court committees reviewed a series of proposed budget adjustments, employee compensation measures, courthouse repairs and public safety appropriations Tuesday, with several items advancing to the Finance Committee and additional questions raised about how county funds would be used. The Nov. 10 committee meeting included discussions involving the...

Jefferson County, AR · 15h

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Arkansas Hangs On To 95-90 Victory Over UAPB By A Thread, Improves To 4-0

It was an ugly win but a win nonetheless for the Hogs over UAPB

Fayetteville, AR · 9h

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Pine Bluff High opens new arena with boys win over Robinson

Basketball season has arrived, and with it, Pine Bluff High School’s new basketball arena is open for business. The Zebras won their first game in the new building, cruising past Joe T. Robinson for a 61-47 win Tuesday night (Nov. 10) Pine Bluff coach Billy Dixon said it meant everything to win the first boys varsity game in the arena.

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Hampton calls on fans ahead of pivotal Prairie View game

Ahead of the biggest University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff football game in more than five years, UAPB coach Alonzo Hampton challenged the fans to show up in large numbers. “We need everybody next week,” Hampton said after the Nov. 7 win against Grambling State. “Man, this is a conference championship game next week at our place. Playing Prairie View (A&M), got a big win against Alabama A&M, which was the No. 1 team. This is homecoming, SWAC championship at our place. What more can you ask? … We need everybody to show up. It shouldn’t be a person – every seat should be filled next week.”

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King Cotton announces 2026 field

The field has been set for the 2026 King Cotton Holiday Classic, and it is full of out-of-state competitors. The annual high school basketball tournament, which will be held Dec. 28-30 at the Pine Bluff Convention Center, announced this year’s participants on Tuesday (Nov. 10). The 16 squads include three from Arkansas with nine other states represented.

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Former England High School administrator pleads guilty to crimes involving student

A former England High School assistant principal and basketball coach has pleaded guilty to two felonies involving a student.

England, AR · 2d

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Faith and football: Alonzo Hampton’s belief has fueled a UAPB revival

Alonzo Hampton has spent the last four years trying to turn Arkansas-Pine Bluff football into a winner. On Saturday, he and the Golden Lions will have an opportunity to move one step closer to that goal in what is the biggest game of his stint as head coach to date.

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Fallen Marine’s name added to Veterans Service Office

After a three-year effort by his brother, Alfred Carroll, the hometown recognition of a fallen Marine brought tears of joy, gratitude and memories of a sacrifice 60 years in the making. Carroll carried a promise to his brother, one he hoped would ensure that the sacrifice of a young Marine...

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Six Arkansas Tuskegee Airmen inducted into Arkansas Aviation Hall of Fame

Six Arkansas veterans who served with the Tuskegee Airmen during World War II were inducted into the Arkansas Aviation Hall of Fame Thursday night.

Little Rock, AR · 10h

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Bruin Nation Reacts to UCLA’s Obliteration of Arkansas-Pine Bluff

UCLA had no issues Wednesday night against Arkansas-Pine Bluff.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Multiple Suspensions and $50K Fine Announced After Fight Breaks Out During Major College Football Game

The final whistle should have been the moment Arkansas-Pine Bluff celebrated a hard-earned road win. The Golden Lions had just beaten Grambling State 35-32, surviving a late push to leave Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium with an important result. Instead, the game ended with the field turning into a WWE ring. Coaches and staff members tried to pull people apart, but the punches and kicks didn’t stop. By Monday, the Southwestern Athletic Conference had handed down a punishment involving 23 players and $50,000 in fines. “We’re extremely disappointed by the events that transpired during the pos...