Family of murdered 85-year-old man believes he was targeted

Thursday, January 28th, 2016, 4:12pm

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (KTHV) -- An armed and dangerous man is wanted for the murder of an 85-year-old Pine Bluff grocery store owner. Pine Bluff police named that suspect on Wednesday.

The story shocked many here in central Arkansas. An 85-year-old man - gunned down at his back door. Now that the suspect has been named, the Buie family wants him captured.

The Packingtown community of Pine Bluff was shaken to its core last month, when 85-year-old Lenon Buie was shot dead outside his Port Road home.

"Buie was a soft spoken person. He was a very kind person. He was a great Church worker," said Laverne Bryant of her brother.

22-year-old Arron Johnson is now wanted in the brutal killing of the grocery store owner.

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Registration open for girls in STEM Leadership Conference

Submitted by Holly Nicole Morrison, Digital Content Producer

Thursday, January 28th, 2016, 3:55pm

Registration open for girls in STEM Leadership Conference

PINE BLUFF, AR (January 28, 2016) - The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) continues to expand its portfolio of innovative STEM programs to help ensure a diverse and well-prepared U.S. STEM workforce.

UAPB received an award from the Carl D. Perkins Technical Education Act of 2006 from the Arkansas STEM Coalition, in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Higher Education and the Arkansas Department of Career Education to support the 2016 Girls in STEM Conference. With the theme, “Ladies STEMulated to Learn,” the one-day conference will be held Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm in the STEM Building and Conference Center. The event is free, however, registration is required to attend.

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Submitted by Marlisa Goldsmith, Reporter

Wednesday, January 27th, 2016, 3:33pm

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (KTHV) – The family of a Pine Bluff murder victim is still looking for answers after a surprise development in the case.

Last week, an arrest was made after six months of waiting. But that suspect no longer faces murder charges after a judge found no probable cause for him to be charged. Now, the family wants an explanation.

One by one, the Wilbert family walked into the Jefferson County Courthouse on Tuesday, looking for an explanation for what they call an injustice. “My family is hurting because we were given hope,” said Keith's uncle, Derrick Wilbert.

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Submitted by THV 11 News Staff

Monday, January 25th, 2016, 4:30pm

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (KTHV) -- The man arrested in connection to the murder of a UAPB student is no longer being charged with murder.

Eighteen-year-old Harold Magee's arrest affidavit reportedly did not have enough sufficient evidence for murder charges in the shooting death of 21-year-old Keith Wilbert Junior.

Wilbert was killed during a home invasion in Pine Bluff in September.

Magee was arrested on January 20 after evidence was found that allegedly linked him to the murder. Magee is being held on a $25,000 bond for a theft by receiving charge.

The investigation is ongoing and more charges are possible.

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UAPB to offer new degree in biochemistry

Submitted by Holly Nicole Morrison, Digital Content Producer

Thursday, January 21st, 2016, 5:25pm

UAPB to offer new degree in biochemistry

PINE BLUFF, Ark. - The Department of Chemistry and Physics at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will be offering a new bachelor’s degree in biochemistry beginning in the Fall 2016 semester.

Dr. Grant Wangila, interim chair of the department of is overjoyed to be part of starting the new degree track for undergraduate students. This program is an eye opener for those who have interests in many disciplines, including health professions, biomedical research, agricultural research and the pharmaceutical sciences.

“Biochemistry is a very fascinating subject and is the basis of the health sciences,” Dr. Wangila said. “This new major is the best preparation for students who wish to pursue research careers in the biomedical sciences or careers as health professionals. I am looking forward to seeing the program grow at UAPB.”

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Submitted by Holly Nicole Morrison, Digital Content Producer

Thursday, January 21st, 2016, 3:44pm

How to find out about road conditions; it’s not by calling 911

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) – With more winter weather in the forecast, many will soon want to know about road conditions. Here is a look at different ways you can learn about the current road conditions in your area:

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Check out iDriveArkansas.com.

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Submitted by THV 11 News Staff

Wednesday, January 20th, 2016, 11:26pm

The UAPB Chancellor, Laurence B. Alexander released the following statement Wednesday afternoon:

We extend our gratitude to local law enforcement officials for their measured and thorough investigation that led to an arrest in the death of Keith Wilbert, Jr. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the Wilbert family. We are trusting that justice will be served. UAPB remains committed to a social justice agenda that positively impacts the campus, the local community and beyond.

If you have any information on this case, you are asked to contact the Pine Bluff Police Department.

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