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Sheriff Woods talks Tri-County Drug Task Force

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., on Thursday said he has been contacted by new Pine Bluff Police Chief Denise Richardson about Pine Bluff officers rejoining the Tri-County Drug Task Force. Woods was a guest on the Oldies 10013 morning show which was broadcasting live... Read More.

SEARK hosting fall registration event featuring scholarships and more

Thursday, July 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Southeast Arkansas College is hosting a fall registration event today July 21st until 6 pm and Friday, July 22nd from 8 am to noon at their welcome center at 1900 Hazel St.Students who register are entered to win scholarships that could cover nearly half... Read More.

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Bond set for woman accused of stabbing boyfriend Tuesday

Thursday, July 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $2,000 bond was set Thursday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of stabbing her boyfriend Tuesday night. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Delia Avila, 43, with first-degree domestic battery. Reading from... Read More.

Dermott man arrested after allegedly having stolen items in stolen vehicle

Thursday, July 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to Drew County Arkansas Sheriff Mark Gober on Saturday July 9th, 2022 deputies were dispatched to Able Creek Rd in reference to a subject parked on the side of the road with possible stolen items inside of the vehicle.Deputies arrived in the area... Read More.

UAM nurse grads achieve 100 percent pass rate

Thursday, July 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

The 2022 graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program at the University of Arkansas at Monticello recently achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses, marking the second consecutive year that UAM’s AASN graduates... Read More.

Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation partners with 13 HBCUs, including UAPB

Wednesday, July 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s HBCU Program is designed to partner with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) & other minority-serving institutions. They partner on an annual cycle to achieve benchmarks that promote favorable policies and practices in LGBTQ inclusion. Participating institutions can... Read More.

Chief Franklin discusses accomplishments on last day of the job

Wednesday, July 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

Wednesday was the final day for Police Chief Lloyd Franklin Sr., to occupy the office as he officially went back into retirement at noon when new Chief Denise Richardson was sworn in. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Franklin was asked about the success... Read More.

16-year-old girl charged as adult in murder investigation

Wednesday, July 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An investigation into the shooting death of a Pine Bluff teenager Monday afternoon has resulted in the arrest of a 16-year-old-girl who will be charged as an adult with capital murder. Naomi Jiminez was one of two teens who were questioned after they... Read More.

Moscow Man Facing Weapons and DUI related Charges

Tuesday, July 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to Monticello Police Chief Jason Akers, a Moscow man is facing felony firearms-related and traffic charges after being stopped by Monticello Officers early Sunday morning.According to Akers, the department received early morning calls of gunshots being fired near a local apartment complex along... Read More.

Students innovate, create, and engineer at summer camp

Tuesday, July 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Alex Foundation recently released an article about hosting its annual architecture + design summer camp July 11-15 at the McGehee Depot Museum. Now in its tenth year, the free summer camp offered eight rising 7th grade girls from Dermott, Dumas, and McGehee a... Read More.

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City council meets to discuss several ordinances and resolutions

Monday, July 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

The city of Pine Bluff City Council held its second monthly meeting on Monday to discuss several ordinances updating city codes to the state standard. All of the council members were present at the meeting except Steven Shaner.During committee reports, the chair of public... Read More.

Vaster Pirates to be honored after 50 years

Monday, July 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

A small high school in southern Jefferson County made history nearly 50 years ago and a local Pine Bluff businessman is trying to keep the memories of that event alive. David Beck of First Arkansas Insurance was a recent guest on the Oldies show and... Read More.