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Jefferson County Circuit Clerk Flora Cook-Bishop to Retire After More Than Three Decades of Service

Sunday, August 31 by Luke Matheson

After more than 30 years of service to the citizens of Jefferson County, longtime Circuit Clerk Flora Cook-Bishop has announced she will not seek re-election and plans to retire at the end of her current term on December 31, 2026. Cook-Bishop, who began her career... Read More.

Grant County Sheriff Pete Roberts Appointed to State Towing & Recovery Board

Saturday, August 30 by Luke Matheson

Grant County Sheriff Pete Roberts has been appointed to the Arkansas Towing & Recovery Board by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. Roberts was officially sworn in on Aug. 29 by Seventh Judicial District Circuit Judge Stephen Shirron, following his appointment on Aug. 20. He will serve... Read More.

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PB Mayor, Council Members attend Economic Development Retreat

Friday, August 29 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Mayor Vivian Flowers and members of the City Council are currently attending an Economic Development Retreat at World Trade Arkansas in Rogers. According to a press release, “this strategic retreat, sponsored by the Organization of Women in International Trade marks a significant step... Read More.

Cleveland County School District to seek millage hike to build new gym

Friday, August 29 by Ray King

The Cleveland County School District has voted to seek a tax increase to pay for a new gym. According to the Cleveland County Herald, the board voted 5-2 to hold an election in November to pay for the project, which is estimated to cost $12... Read More.

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Monticello City Council OK’s water bill deposit refunds

Friday, August 29 by Ray King

A new ordinance that would allow the Monticello Water Department to refund customers’ deposits for prompt payments has been approved. According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, the Monticello City Council adopted that ordinance following a third reading earlier this week. If customers pay their bill on... Read More.

Pine Bluff School District Embraces Year-Round Schedule for Success

Friday, August 29 by Luke Matheson

Unlike other school districts in Arkansas who just started, the Pine Bluff School District is nearing the end of its fourth week because of its year-round schedule. District Superintendent Jennifer Barbaree was asked how things were going so far when she appeared on the Oldies1013... Read More.

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Burn Bans Lifted in Jefferson, Lincoln Counties

Friday, August 29 by Luke Matheson

The burn ban in Jefferson County has been lifted, effective immediately. County Judge Gerald Robinson issued the order Friday, ending restrictions that had been in place due to dry conditions. Residents may now resume outdoor burning; however, county officials are encouraging the public to continue exercising... Read More.

Cleveland County Judge Jimmy Cummings Killed in Crash

Thursday, August 28 by Luke Matheson

Cleveland County Judge Jimmy Cummings was killed Thursday in a single-vehicle accident near Kingsland, according to emergency services. Cummings, who was serving his first term as county judge, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Republican Party of Arkansas released a statement expressing grief over the... Read More.

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Delta Network Food Bank Seeks Community Support Amid Growing Demand

Thursday, August 28 by Luke Matheson

Jacqueline Ross was the guest Wednesday on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show as a part of the United Way. Ross represents Delta Network Food Bank and she said it is becoming harder to keep products in the food bank to meet all of the current... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Seek Publics Help to Locate Wanted Suspect Jewan Davis

Thursday, August 28 by Alex Bivens

The Pine Bluff Police Department is seeking information on the whereabouts of Jewan Davis, 25, who stands 5-feet, 11-inches tall and weighs 155 pounds. Davis is wanted for Robbery and Third Degree Battery. If you have any information on his whereabouts, please contact the Pine Bluff... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Man Faces $50,000 Bond for Stalking Former Teacher and Her Daughter

Thursday, August 28 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $50,000 cash only bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of stalking a former teacher and her daughter. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Matthew Adair, 38, with... Read More.

Pine Bluff Crime Drops 15% in Summer 2025, Police Report Shows

Thursday, August 28 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff saw a significant drop in crime this summer, with total reported offenses falling 15 percent compared to the same period last year. According to statistics presented at the most recent Police, Fire, Animal Control and Code Enforcement (P.F.A.C.) Town Hall, 308 crimes were... Read More.

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