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Saracen Casino announces multi-state gaming coming

Friday, September 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

By the end of the year, Saracen Casino will be able to offer patrons the chance to win jackpots of $1 million or more. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Saracen Chief Marketing Officer Carlton Saffa explained that machines at Saracen will be connected... Read More.

Woods explains disagreements about jail money source

Thursday, September 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Tuesday, the Jefferson County Quorum Court voted 12-1 to appropriate more than $230,000 to the adult jail for operations, with a large portion of those funds to be used for food and medical supplies. After the vote, Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. was critical... Read More.

Democratic Central Committee elects Bishop-Gaddy as Justice of Peace District 13

Thursday, September 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Democratic Central Committee (DCC) that represents Jefferson County conducted a local emergency convention Wednesday to elect a new candidate for Justice of Peace District 13 due to the resignation of Edward Spears.The DCC Chairman Ted Davis spoke to Deltaplex News explaining that he... Read More.

$5,000 bond set for White Hall women for allegedly fighting pregnant sister

Thursday, September 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A White Hall woman was arrested Wednesday after allegedly getting into a physical altercation with her pregnant sister. Jianne Watson, 19, was taken into custody after police were sent to a reported domestic disturbance in the 6100 block of Parker Street at 4:31... Read More.

$25,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of three counts of drug possession

Thursday, September 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $25,000 cash-only bond was set Thursday for a Pine Bluff man on drug-related charges. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Patrick Stribling, 38, with three counts of possession of a controlled... Read More.

County Judge talks jail money

Wednesday, September 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Tuesday night, the Jefferson County Quorum Court, during a special called meeting approved a more than $230,000 appropriation for the adult jail. A large part of that appropriation will be used to pay for food and medicine, according to a request from Sheriff Lafayette... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Salvation Army Angel Tree Adoption Initiative is now accepting applications

Wednesday, September 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Jason Perdieu of the Pine Bluff Salvation Army joined 1013 Oldies Morning Show with Leslie Dorn from United Way to discuss an important time of the year to give back to the children in Pine Bluff. The Salvation Army receives Christmas donations for the... Read More.

URA commissioners approve several items in monthly meeting

Tuesday, September 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency is moving forward with its housing and development plans for its current properties. In their regular monthly meeting for September, the commissioners were called to make action on several topics on their agenda.In reference to housing, Faye Jones... Read More.

Council approves asbestos removal despite objections

Tuesday, September 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King At its first meeting in September, the Pine Bluff City Council deadlocked on a resolution permitting the Mayor to complete an agreement with Nahholtz Environmental Services to work on removing asbestos from the former Southeast Middle School, which the city bought, at... Read More.

GFPB and Urban Renewal announces name contest for new fun plaza

Tuesday, September 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

Go Forward Pine Bluff and the Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency have announced a new opportunity for the community to submit a name for the "fun plaza" development that is going to be complete with Go kart racing, mini golf, gaming, food, and more.GFPB... Read More.

$25,000 cash-only bond set for man accused of shooting two people

Tuesday, September 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $25,000 cash-only bond was set Tuesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of shooting two people in July. Jefferson County District Jude Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Keion Isom, 18, with first-degree battery. Reading from... Read More.

Pine Bluff woman arrested for allegedly hitting and threatening to kill boyfriend

Tuesday, September 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A reported domestic disturbance Saturday resulted in the arrest of a woman who allegedly hit her boyfriend and threatened to kill him. During a court hearing Tuesday, Erica Williams, 28, was taken into custody after police were sent to an address on West... Read More.