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Pine Bluff PD asking for information regarding pedestrian fatality

Wednesday, September 11 by Alex Bivens

On September 10, 2024, at approximately 8:43 p.m., Officers were dispatched to the area of Pennsylvania and East Harding Avenue, in reference to a pedestrian accident. Officers arrived on scene and noticed EASI Ambulance, Pine Bluff Fire, and a Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputy already... Read More.

Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Dispatch Crews to Louisiana

Tuesday, September 10 by Alex Bivens

The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas have dispatched 55 lineworkers and utility vehicles, along with construction equipment, to assist DEMCO of Central City, Louisiana, with potential power restoration efforts anticipated from Tropical Storm Francine. The 55 professional lineworkers are with Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI) of... Read More.

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Pine Bluff man killed while flagging traffic on Saline River bridge

Tuesday, September 10 by Ray King

A Pine Bluff man who was flagging traffic for construction on the Saline River bridge was killed Monday when he was hit by a vehicle. According to a preliminary report, Ulyess Chandler Jr., 65, was in the southbound lane when he was hit by a... Read More.

Watson Chapel Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee discussed on-campus store to support Watson Chapel families

Tuesday, September 10 by Alex Bivens

The new Superintendent of the Watson Chapel School District is preparing to open a new on-campus store to help provide for the needs of students and their families. Dr. Keith McGee talked about his plans when he appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show. Morning Show... Read More.

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Stice addresses Pharmacy Benefit Managers issues

Tuesday, September 10 by Alex Bivens

The State Insurance Department recently fined two pharmacy benefit managers a significant amount of money after accusing them of underpaying pharmacies less than the cost of the medications they ordered. Lelan Stice, the owner of Doctor’s Orders Pharmacies was a recent guest on the Oldies... Read More.

Pine Bluff Woman Faces Charges After Allegedly Trying to Run Over Ex-Boyfriend

Tuesday, September 10 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of attempting to run her ex-boyfriend over with a car following a verbal altercation. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge... Read More.

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Americas Policy Towards Israel Discussed on the Oldies1013 Morning Show

Monday, September 9 by Alex Bivens

Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show and was asked about America’s policy toward Israel, particularly after six hostages, particularly an American Israeli were killed by Hamas. Morning Show host Greg Horne said “it seems like patriotism has... Read More.

Little Rock woman killed in Sunday head-on accident

Monday, September 9 by Ray King

A Little Rock woman was killed in the early morning hours Sunday after the vehicle she was driving was hit head-on by another vehicle. According to a preliminary report, Jennifer Morton, 48, was northbound on Arch Street at 5:44 a.m. when the 2016 Honda CRV... Read More.

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Man arrested for domestic battery and vandalizing police car in Pine Bluff

Monday, September 9 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Friday after being accused of domestic battery and damaged a police car by kicking both rear passenger doors. Dalvin Carter, 32, had been taken into custody after police responded to St. John Apartments at 1105 E. 26th Ave.,... Read More.

Pine Bluff Teen Faces Charges After Stolen Gun Found in Vehicle

Monday, September 9 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 cash only bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man currently on probation after a gun that had been reported stolen was found in the vehicle he was driving. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling... Read More.

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Burn Ban Lifted in Lincoln and Jefferson Counties

Friday, September 6 by Greg

The Lincoln County burn ban that has been in effect the last week has been lifted as of today Friday September 6, 2024. County Judge Buddy Lynn Ernest informed Deltaplex News this afternoon. Shortly later the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management informed us that... Read More.

Bear spotted on Hazel St.

Friday, September 6 by Alex Bivens

CAUTION!!!!!!! SEEN A BEAR ON HAZEL BESIDE interstate 530. NORTH OF THE GOLF COURSE. Please use caution while in the area keep an eye on your pets. Thanks to Beth Davis for the pictures.

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