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Parks and Rec Director explains new summer programs

Improving both the physical and mental health of Pine Bluff residents, both young and old is one of the major goals of the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. On Thursday, Parks Director Samuel Glover and Athletic Director Vincent Tate were guests on the Oldies 1013... Read More.

Alexander highlights updates from City Council meeting

Thursday, June 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

At the most recent city council meeting, Mayor Shirley Washington appointed members to the newly created Convention Center and Public Facilities Board and announced them. Council Woman Joni Alexander joined the Oldies 1013 morning show Wednesday and was asked about how that went and... Read More.

Dumas Police Department investigating Tuesday shooting that leaves one dead

Thursday, June 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Dumas Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in the block of 200 S Oak St that left one person dead.Upon the officer's arrival, a male was laying on the ground unresponsive. Officers began CPR. The victim, a 24-year-old black male of Dumas,... Read More.

$20,000 bond set for Jonesboro man accused of commerical burglary

Thursday, June 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Jonesboro man was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly broke into a building at Jefferson Regional Hospital and stole radios. Curtis Ashcraft, 33, was taken into custody after officers found him on the third floor of the hospital fighting with the staff there. Reading... Read More.

$15,000 cash-only bond set for man allegedly carrying firearm while on parole

Thursday, June 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $15,000 cash-only bond was set Thursday for a Pine Bluff man currently on parole after police found the man carrying a loaded pistol. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Percy Little... Read More.

Neighbor to Neighbor Inc. Executive Directors explains services and more

Wednesday, June 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

The executive director of Neighbor to Neighbor Inc. Pate Tate joined as a guest with Jason Duren from United Way on the Oldies 1013 morning show Wednesday. Neighbor to Neighbor is a non-profit organization located in Pine Bluff at 1419 S. Pine Street and... Read More.

Tax board approves several items in recent meeting

Wednesday, June 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King The Economic Development Corp. of Jefferson County voted Tuesday to amend its lease agreement with Energy Security Partners (ESP) to now include an expiration date and a requirement for full-time employees. Commonly called the Tax Board, the Economic Development Corporation was formed to... Read More.

Council approves legistlation on home business and fees charged

Wednesday, June 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Three ordinances dealing with neighborhood business districts, businesses operated out of homes, and correcting fees charged for home inspections conducted by the city was approved by the Pine Bluff City Council Tuesday night. The council voted to suspend the rules and read each... Read More.

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Sheriff discusses copper wire theft

Wednesday, June 22 by Deseray Mckinzy

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., said Wednesday that his agency and the Pine Bluff Police Department have teamed up to try and halt a rash of thefts of copper wire at the airport. Woods appeared on the Oldies 1013 morning show.He went on to... Read More.

Winners in City Council; Constable races announced

Tuesday, June 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

Primary Run-Off election results for democratic city council Ward One and Three and constable Vaugine Township were announced Tuesday live on Deltaplex Radio Network. The unofficial final results came down to a total of 468 votes in ward one and 621 in ward three. ... Read More.

URA highlights developments and blight demolitions underway

Tuesday, June 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency met for its monthly meeting at the Donald W. Reynolds Center Tuesday to address a few topics featured on their agenda. All of the agency commissioners were present including Jimmy Dill, Travis Martin, Lloyd Franklyn Sr, Kirby Mouser,... Read More.

White Hall new Superintendent discusses background; District goals

Tuesday, June 21 by Deseray Mckinzy

The new superintendent of the White Hall School District said Tuesday that he took a different path to his current position. Gary Williams, who was the Superintendent of the Crossett School District for 7 years, will assume his new duties, replacing current superintendent Doug Dorris,... Read More.