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Jefferson County Bridges Face Urgent Repairs Following ARDOT Inspection

Wednesday, August 20 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) recently identified critical issues with several bridges in Jefferson County during routine inspections. Because of the severity of these findings, the bridges will need to undergo repair or replacement in the near future. Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson spoke with... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Investigate Shooting That Injured Man With Shrapnel

Wednesday, August 20 by Luke Matheson

Police are investigating an early morning shooting on Aug. 19 that left a man injured by flying glass after bullets struck his vehicle. According to the Pine Bluff Police Department Detective’s Office, officers responded to Sunset Village at 2611 W. 34th Ave. around 3:35 a.m.... Read More.

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Committed to The Pride: From Miss UAPB to Faculty to Mrs. Arkansas 2025

Wednesday, August 20 by Alex Bivens

Dr. Tamara P. Glover, Associate Professor of Social Work at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB), has been crowned Mrs. Arkansas 2025 under the prestigious USA World Pageant Organization, a renowned platform for women’s empowerment and leadership. In November 2025, she will... Read More.

Hundreds Attend Pine Bluff Police Department’s Annual Fishing Derby

Wednesday, August 20 by Luke Matheson

Several hundred people turned out Saturday, Aug. 16, for the Pine Bluff Police Department’s Annual Fishing Derby at Martin Luther King Park, enjoying a day of fishing, food, and family fun. The event featured games, prizes, a pie-eating contest, and goodie bags for senior adults.... Read More.

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Happy National Radio Day from Deltaplex

Wednesday, August 20 by Greg

National Radio Day is a time to honor one of the most longstanding electronic media and its role in our everyday lives. Radio delivers information, news, entertainment and company to millions of Americans every hour of every day. We invite listeners, broadcasters, producers and... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Arrest Suspected Child Kidnapper, Infant Returned Safely

Wednesday, August 20 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff police officers arrested a man on August 6 after he allegedly abducted an 18-month-old child, stopping him before he could leave town. According to the Pine Bluff Police Department Detective’s Office, investigators determined that Desmond Marks forcibly took the child from its mother,... Read More.

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Jefferson County Judge Calls Special Quorum Court Meeting to Address Road Fund Appropriation

Tuesday, August 19 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has called a special meeting of the Quorum Court for Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. to consider an appropriation request for county road funding. According to documents submitted to the Quorum Court, the Jefferson County Road Department is seeking approval... Read More.

FDA investigating potential radiation contamination in shrimp

Tuesday, August 19 by Rick Walker

Frozen shrimp sold in Walmart stores is being investigated for potential radiation contamination. Products include the following product names, lot codes, and best buy dates Great Value brand frozen raw shrimp, lot code: 8005540-1 Best by date 3/15/2027 Great Value brand frozen raw shrimp, lot code: 8005538-1... Read More.

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Two students from Pine Bluff among 16 selected for Honors College Path Scholars program at U-A Fayetteville

Tuesday, August 19 by Ray King

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Honors College at the University of Arkansas has selected 16 exceptional freshmen for the Path Program, which offers financial support and personalized guidance to students who are first-generation college students, have significant financial need or come from less-served areas of... Read More.

White Hall School District Adjusts to New No-Cell-Phone Policy

Tuesday, August 19 by Alex Bivens

Classes have started in the White Hall School District and District Superintendent Gary Williams said Tuesday that the first few days have presented a few challenges, but things are getting better. Williams was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show where host Greg Horne... Read More.

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Black Growers Council Discusses Challenges for Black Farmers

Tuesday, August 19 by Luke Matheson

Dwayne Goldman and P.J Haynie, members of the Black Growers Council joined the Oldies 10113 Morning Show to talk about an event planned at Haynie’s farm on Grider Field Ladd Road Friday. The event will highlight row crops and Haynie was asked to explain that... Read More.

Pine Bluff Man Faces $5,000 Bond for Allegedly Assaulting Officer

Tuesday, August 19 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of punching a police officer in the face Sunday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Edwin Bennett, 34, with second-degree... Read More.

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