Kobe Bryant would have turned 42 Sunday … and there’s literally a worldwide celebration of his life on TV, online and on walls across the world. Murals honoring Kobe have popped up all over the globe, especially in the hometown of the Lakers … in downtown L.A. near the Convention Center, as well as the Shoe…… MORE
Man convicted of killing Michael Jordan’s father to be paroled
Larry Demery, one of two men serving life prison for murdering NBA star Michael Jordan’s father in 1993, will be released in three years, state officials announced Tuesday. Demery was sentenced in 1996, along with childhood classmate Daniel Green, for the shooting death of James Jordan, who was sleeping in his car in Robeson County…… MORE
Tre Day’s Opinion- It’s Not Cool for School
I know it’s just my opinion, however I don’t think schools should be open to in person learning just yet. Allow me to list my top 3 reasons why: 1. Kids will be kids. Mask wearing, staying social distant, washing hands frequently are all great in theory…but I just don’t see our beloved youth following…… MORE
Sweetie Pie’s owner charged in murder-for-hire case
Sweetie Pie’s owner charged in murder-for-hire case View original story here. A Jackson man, who is the owner of Sweetie Pie’s, was charged by a federal complaint on August 11, 2020. Investigators said James Timothy Norman was arrested Tuesday morning in Jackson and charged with conspiracy to use interstate commerce facilities in the commission…… MORE
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BJTS 5-8-25
Dino Davis, founder and director of the Quality Living Center, invites the public to attend the organization’s annual Spring Fest. The event will take place this Saturday at 4021 Asher Avenue in Little Rock, beginning at 11:00 AM and continuing until the festivities conclude. Spring Fest is a free, family-friendly gathering that promotes drug awareness…
BJTS 4-24-25
Gary Casey, founder of Community First Alliance, invites you to the “Big Catch” community fishing event on Saturday, April 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at Lake Valencia in Maumelle. Bring your fishing poles and your kids for a great time. No fishing license is required for children 16 and under. To attend, please register…
BJTS 4-17-25
Brenda Gilbert, President of the National Dunbar Horace Mann Alumni Association (NDHMAA), along with Reunion Chairperson Deborah Springer Suttlar and Raymond Frazier with Bus Transportation, want to remind everyone that the registration deadline for the upcoming National Dunbar Horace Mann Reunion is April 30th. If you haven’t registered yet or need more information, please contact…
BJTS 4-10-25
Kimberly Hayman, founder and executive director of Ashley’s Kloset, an Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports individuals with disabilities and their families, is hosting the annual Boots and Bling Fundraiser. It will take place on Thursday, April 25 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Red and Blue Events Venue. For tickets and more information, visit…