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Bass Pro’s Johnny Morris announces purchase of old Dogpatch USA, reveals vision

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

Noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris announced the purchase of the former Dogpatch USA theme park property in Newton County, Ark. According to a press release, Morris says he plans for the property remain in the early stages of exploration. He says... Read More.

CDC: Can secondhand smoke spread Coronavirus?

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

WASHINGTON — Can you get the coronavirus from secondhand smoke? Secondhand smoke isn’t believed to directly spread the virus, experts say, but infected smokers may blow droplets carrying the virus when they exhale. Being able to smell the smoke might be a red flag that you’re... Read More.

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Delta Network Food Bank to distribute frozen chicken Wednesday

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

The Delta Network Food Bank will distribute approximately 20,000 pounds of frozen chicken to citizens of Pine Bluff and surrounding towns on Wednesday, August 5 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. Food will be distributed on a FIRST COME... Read More.

Sun Belt Conference to begin play on Labor Day weekend

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

The Sun Belt Conference announced Tuesday morning that the 2020 football season is set to begin on Labor Day weekend, however, a "Week Zero" is permitted for non-conference play. Before the release from the Conference Texas State announced on Monday that they have opted to... Read More.

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Arkansas revenue exceeds expectations despite pandemic

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas’ revenue at the start of fiscal year surpassed expectations despite the coronavirus pandemic, state finance officials said Tuesday The Department of Finance and Administration said the state’s net available revenue collections in July totaled $665.9 million, which was $203.1... Read More.

Former UAPB standout Martaveous McKnight signs to play in the Ukraine

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

PINE BLUFF, Ark. - Former University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff men's basketball player Martaveous McKnight has signed a contract to continue his professional basketball career in Europe. McKnight has signed with BK Khimik-OPZ Yuhzny in the Ukraine. In his first season in pro ball,... Read More.

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Saracen Casino Resort to feature two entrances to the property

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

By Ray King As work continues inside the new Saracen Casino, it is also continuing outside as a roundabout, the first in the city is under construction to provide what Carlton Safa called a “grand entrance to the property. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show... Read More.

Carlton Saffa explains how Saracen Casino Resort will use the former Bank of America building

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

By Ray King On Monday night, the Pine Bluff City Council approved a short-term lease with the Saracen Casino who will wanted to use the former Bank of America building downtown. Tuesday morning on the Oldies 101.3 morning show, Carlton Saffa explained what the building will... Read More.

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Should Will Jenkins Run for Pine Bluff City Council? Vote now and let us know

Tuesday, August 4 by Greg

Deadline for filing is noon Wednesday August 5, 2020. Anyone wanting to run as an independent for Pine Bluff Mayor or city council needs 30 signatures and file the paperwork at the county courthouse.

2020-2021 Arkansas Activities Association Governing Body Ballot Results

Monday, August 3 by Greg

The Arkansas Activities Association released the results to the 2020-2021 Governing Body ballot Monday afternoon, and there are several proposals of interest that received passing votes. In baseball/softball a resolution was passed that states Senior high varsity baseball/softball teams may play a maximum of 30... Read More.

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Pine Bluff City Council approves resolution to widen Ohio Street

Monday, August 3 by Greg

By Ray King With no dissent, the Pine Bluff City Council on Monday approved a resolution which will permit Mayor Shirley Washington to sign an agreement with the Arkansas Department of Transportation to widen Ohio Street from 11th Avenue to East Harding Avenue. The resolution calls for... Read More.

Traffic accident on Dollarway Rd causes power outages; traffic delays

Monday, August 3 by Greg

There has been an accident in front of Doc's Pawn Shop that has taken out two light poles causing power outages in the Dollarway and White Hall areas. Police are working traffic control, fire fighters are working to put the fire out that was caused... Read More.

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Bass Pro’s Johnny Morris announces purchase of old Dogpatch USA, reveals vision

CDC: Can secondhand smoke spread Coronavirus?

Delta Network Food Bank to distribute frozen chicken Wednesday

Sun Belt Conference to begin play on Labor Day weekend

Arkansas revenue exceeds expectations despite pandemic

Former UAPB standout Martaveous McKnight signs to play in the Ukraine

Saracen Casino Resort to feature two entrances to the property

Carlton Saffa explains how Saracen Casino Resort will use the former Bank of America building

Should Will Jenkins Run for Pine Bluff City Council? Vote now and let us know

2020-2021 Arkansas Activities Association Governing Body Ballot Results

Pine Bluff City Council approves resolution to widen Ohio Street

Traffic accident on Dollarway Rd causes power outages; traffic delays

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