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Do-It-Yourself Fishery Assessment

Friday, October 4 by Alex Bivens

One of the difficulties of raising fish is that it is difficult to see how they are growing without capturing several for inspection, Scott Jones, small impoundment Extension specialist at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, said. Additionally, in fishing ponds, there are... Read More.

PBSD Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Barbaree discusses prioritizing early literacy issues

Friday, October 4 by Alex Bivens

In a series of stories earlier this week, Pine Bluff School District Superintendent Jennifer Barbaree talked about the district budget and some of the expenditures that have been made. Barbaree appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show and host Greg Horne asked her about salaries,... Read More.

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Youth and Adults Embrace Healthier Lifestyles Through UAPB’s Unique Program

Friday, October 4 by Alex Bivens

Thanks to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB), our local youth and adults are on a journey to healthier living. UAPB Kids in the Kitchen was a fun and interactive program at the Pine Bluff Main Library at 600 South Main Street... Read More.

PBPD searching for 29-year-old Darius Hunt in connection with a terroristic act

Thursday, October 3 by Luke Matheson

***UPDATE: 29-year-old, Darius Hunt, is in custody. Thank you to everyone who provided information regarding Hunt’s whereabouts. The Pine Bluff Police Department Detective Office is asking for assistance locating 29-year-old Darius Hunt. Hunt is about 5'4” tall and weighs around 130 lbs. Hunt is wanted in connection... Read More.

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42-year-old James O’Neal wanted by PBPD for theft

Thursday, October 3 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department Detective Office is asking for assistance locating 42-year-old James O’Neal. O’Neal is about 5' 11” tall and weighs around 160 lbs. O’Neal is wanted for the theft of two trailers from 2811 Miramar Drive. The incident occurred between Sunday night,... Read More.

Pine Bluff’s Danny Johnson named Week 4 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week

Thursday, October 3 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff defensive tackle Danny Johnson has been voted as the Week 4 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week after recording 8 tackles, to include 7 solo tackles, 1 tackle for loss, and 1 sack in the Zebras win over... Read More.

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Coleman Elementary announces Scholars of the Month for September

Thursday, October 3 by Luke Matheson

The Watson Chapel School District has announced the September Scholars of the Month for the month of September. The announcement was made in a press release on Thursday: Coleman Elementary is pleased to announce the September Scholars of the Month. These outstanding scholars have demonstrated... Read More.

UAMS Nursing School gets $300K grant

Thursday, October 3 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing received a $300,000 grant from the Windgate Foundation. The grant will fund scholarships, student fees and book costs for 20 students enrolled in the College of Nursing. “We are continually inspired by... Read More.

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Pine Bluff man killed in accident in Little Rock

Thursday, October 3 by Ray King

A Pine Bluff man was killed when he was struck by a vehicle in Little Rock Wednesday night. According to a preliminary report, Stanley White, 58, was crossing Stagecoach Road when he was struck by a 2003 Toyota 4Runner that was northbound at the time. White... Read More.

United Way was joined by Lori Arnold-Ellis with the Red Cross to discuss fire prevention

Thursday, October 3 by Alex Bivens

Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013 and this week, Lori Arnold-Ellis, Executive Director of the American Red Cross serving Greater Arkansas joined hosts Greg Horne and Will Jenkins to talk about a new program that is coming up Oct. 19 from 8:30... Read More.

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Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County releases statement following data breach

Thursday, October 3 by Luke Matheson

A data breach at Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County has led to unauthorized access to addresses, dates of birth, diagnoses, treatment information, medical record numbers, provider names, and/or dates of treatment. A statement has been released by Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County following the breach. That... Read More.

AGFC adds 12,000 acres of Arkansas wetlands for waterfowl

Wednesday, October 2 by Luke Matheson

Nearly 12,000 additional acres of wetlands will greet waterfowl in The Natural State this winter, thanks to the successful implementation of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Conservation Incentive Program. The program was funded through special set-aside funds by the Arkansas General Assembly. Throughout spring... Read More.

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