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After announcing retirement Franklin discusses future plans

On Friday, Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington announced that Police Chief Lloyd Franklin will be retiring on July 20. Franklin spoke with Deltaplex News Monday and explained the reason for his decision.Franklin, who had retired as a Captain with the Arkansas State Police was appointed... Read More.

Bond set for woman accused of stealing cash from Walmart

Monday, July 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $2,500 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of stealing cash from Walmart. Lincoln County District Judge Phillip Green set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Micarah Womack, 21, with theft of property. Green was... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for woman accused of shooting at another person

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of firing a shot at another person Thursday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Cassandra Green, 58, with aggravated assault. Reading... Read More.

Pine Bluff woman allegedly robbed local business at knifepoint

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Wednesday after she allegedly robbed a business at knifepoint. Kamiarah Shelton, 35 was taken into custody after police found her a short distance away from the convenience store at 3100 S. Hazel St. According to a probable cause... Read More.

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White Hall man arrested after alleged forgery incident

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An investigation into a reportedly fraudulent check written on the account of a woman in White Hall in April resulted in the arrest of a Pine Bluff man currently listed as an absconder. Brandon Glover, 35, will have to post a $15,000 cash-only... Read More.

$35,000 cash-only bond set for felon found with alleged firearm

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $35,000 cash-only bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man previously convicted of a felony after police found a loaded gun in the man’s pocket. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

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Salvation Army offering new program for children

Thursday, July 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Salvation Army in Pine Bluff is offering a new program for children ages 6 to 12, according to local Salvation Army Officer Jason Purdue. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show Wednesday, he talked about the program he and his wife Lt. Rachel Purdue... Read More.

White Hall Superintendent talks district plans after summer break

Thursday, July 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

Gary Williams, who is the new superintendent of the White Hall School District said Friday he is beginning to make contacts with staff members who are slowly coming back into the offices after the summer break. Williams, who was formerly superintendent of the Crossett School... Read More.

Cash-only bond set for man accused of drug possession

Thursday, July 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $5,000 cash-only bond was set Thursday for a Pine Bluff man currently on probation on a drug-related charge. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Stancio Shelton, 32, with possession of a... Read More.

SEARK President talks upcoming enrollment event

Wednesday, July 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

Southeast Arkansas College is planning an enrollment event for next week and SEARK President Dr. Steven Bloomberg was a guest on the Oldies 1013morning show Tuesday to talk about it.Morning show host Greg Horne said the threat of COVID hampered enrollment at most colleges... Read More.

$50,000 bond set for man on drug and weapons-related allegations

Wednesday, July 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $50,000 cash-only bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man currently on parole on drug and weapons-related allegations. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Thomas Brooks, 63, with possession of... Read More.

Bond set for man accused of drug possession

Wednesday, July 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Monday after sheriff’s investigators saw him throw a small object that contained suspected methamphetamine while they were attempting to handcuff him. Joe Hurt, 34, was taken into custody by investigators Nathan Jines and Joseph O’Neal who were... Read More.