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Committee created to help plan for race track in Jefferson County

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

By Ray KingThe Traffic and Aviation Committee of the Pine Bluff City Council meeting Tuesday to discuss a possible racetrack decided to create a committee to come up with a plan to make that happen.Council member Joni Alexander, who chairs the committee, explained why... Read More.

Marion cancels Friday night football game against Pine Bluff

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

Marion has cancelled Friday night’s football game against the Pine Bluff Zebras following a COVID-19 outbreak according to their social media platforms.The Z’s are coming off of a 32-21 upset victory over Searcy last Friday night after entering the game with a 1-3 record.The... Read More.

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Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. discusses efforts to deal with gang violence

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

By Ray KingA collaborative effort is underway to deal with gang violence in Pine Bluff and Jefferson County, according to Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr.Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show with Greg Horne and Will Jenkins Tuesday, Woods said his department, the Pine Bluff... Read More.

Grand opening held for the Saracen Casino

Tuesday, October 20 by Staff

The Saracen Casino is now officially open following the grand opening at 10 a.m. Tuesday morning.Quapaw Nation Chairman Joseph Byrd, Secretary/Treasurer Guy Barker, Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson, and Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington were all on hand for the grand opening.The casino can... Read More.

Pine Bluff School District announces zero tolerance for COVID rules at football games

Monday, October 19 by Staff

The Pine Bluff School District has announced that no more warnings will be issued to fans in attendance for sporting events for the COVID football plan. Zero tolerance will be in effect.Worn Marks are required for game entry Masks must remain fans or... Read More.

Brown and Brumett debated Monday morning on Oldies 101.3

Monday, October 19 by Staff

Two former members of the Pine Bluff City Council who are seeking to return to office faced off Monday on Oldies 101.3 as each touted their qualifications and the reasons voters should choose them when they go to the polls.Democrat Glen Brown Sr., who... Read More.

Saracen Casino prepares for Tuesday grand opening

Monday, October 19 by Staff

By Ray KingThe Saracen Casino is scheduled for its great opening Tuesday morning after several days of soft openings and on Monday, several representatives of the casino were guests on the Oldies 101.3 morning show to talk about what patrons can expect.The grant opening... Read More.

Early voting begins in Arkansas for November election; Long lines await voters

Monday, October 19 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Early voting began Monday in Arkansas for the November general election, and lines were reported at several locations around the state. Secretary of State John Thurston hasn’t predicted how many of the state’s 1.8 million registered voters will cast a... Read More.

Saracen Casino christened with Quapaw pottery on day before grand opening

Monday, October 19 by Staff

The Saracen Casino and Resort will host their grand opening at 10 a.m. Tuesday morning after some of the finishing touches of the casino Monday morning were installed, to include pottery, which is very important to the Quapaw culture.The pottery placed inside of Saracen... Read More.

A-State Football Makes Defensive Coaching Staff Changes

Friday, October 16 by Staff

Arkansas State head football coach Blake Anderson announced Friday that defensive coordinator David Duggan and defensive pass game coordinator Ed Pinkham have been relieved of their coaching duties with the Red Wolves. Duggan and Pinkham were both in their second season at A-State after joining... Read More.

Arkansas reports record 1,278 coronavirus cases amid surge

Friday, October 16 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Coronavirus cases continue to surge through Arkansas Thursday with a daily-record 1,278 new confirmed and probable cases of the coronavirus reported. The Department of Health reported that the state’s confirmed cases of COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus, rose... Read More.