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Pine Bluff, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Pine Bluff! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Pine Bluff coat collection helps veterans prepare for winter
- Pine Bluff man's ride request leads to stolen-gun allegation
- Pine Bluff officers salute Rick Bunting after 25 years
Today's riddle: What did the fallen horse say? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 57 and low of 37 degrees.
- Sunday: A thick cloud cover, temps: high: 57, low: 45.
- Monday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 59 and low of 37 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Pine Bluff Triad donates coats for veterans (pbcommercial.com) — Three heritage societies meeting at Pine Bluff Country Club collected nearly 90 coats, jackets and other winter outerwear for veterans, continuing a decade-long effort. The clothing was delivered to the VA, and organizers say the need will continue throughout winter, especially for men's coats in sizes XXL through XXXXL. 
2. Pine Bluff Man Arrested After Stolen Firearm Found During Police Pat Down (deltaplexnews.com) — A Pine Bluff man's request for a police ride led to a pat-down that authorities say uncovered a stolen firearm. A judge set a $5,000 secured bond Friday for Antonio Markese Scott, 21, on a theft-by-receiving allegation. His next court appearance is scheduled for January 20, 2027.
3. Pine Bluff Police Department Celebrates Officer Rick Bunting's Retirement After 25 Years of Service (deltaplexnews.com) — Pine Bluff Officer Rick Bunting is retiring after 25 years, with colleagues remembering both his investigative work and his willingness to help families through difficult times. At Friday's reception, Police Chief Shawn Davis recalled Bunting quickly recovering his stolen wallet, while fellow officer Chris Lowery thanked him for support during his father's illness.
4. Cleveland County Sheriff's Department Reports Three Felony Arrests, Increased Patrols During Deer Season (deltaplexnews.com) — Two Pine Bluff residents were listed among three felony arrests in Cleveland County's latest sheriff's report. John Moya, 19, was arrested for failure to appear, while Jerry Casey, 64, was listed for bond revocation and other alleged offenses. Deputies also increased patrols as hunters arrived for modern gun deer season.
5. 2026 high school football state playoffs (pbcommercial.com) — Pine Bluff's football playoff run ended Friday with a 52-0 loss to Greenwood in the first round of the Class 5A state tournament. Greenwood advances to host Mills on Nov. 20, with the 5A championship scheduled for Dec. 5 at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock.
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Varsity Girls' Basketball vs. ENGLAND HIGH SCHOOL
White Hall School District White Hall, AR 71602
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Social Media Safety Presentation
White Hall School District White Hall, AR 71602
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HS Basketball vs. Texarkana
Watson Chapel School District Pine Bluff, AR 71603
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Social Media Safety Presentation
White Hall School District White Hall, AR 71602
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Varsity Boys' Basketball vs. VILONIA HIGH SCHOOL
White Hall School District White Hall, AR 71602
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Jefferson County Young Professional's Network
PINE BLUFF REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, 510 MAIN STREET, PINE BLUFF
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Varsity Girls' Basketball vs. Stuttgart High School
White Hall School District White Hall, AR 71602
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Varsity Boys' Basketball vs. Stuttgart High School
White Hall School District White Hall, AR 71602
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HS Basketball vs. Hampton
Watson Chapel School District Pine Bluff, AR 71603
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HS Football Playoffs →
Dollarway School District White Hall, AR 71602
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Tuesday November 17
Thursday November 19
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5:59 pm
Saturday November 14
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What did the fallen horse say?" — I can’t giddy up… (Thank you Kathy J. for sending it in!)
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