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States eye nitrogen gas use in executions

Thursday, March 6 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Hours after the nation’s first execution by nitrogen gas in January last year, Alabama’s attorney general urged other states to also develop it as a method for carrying out death sentences.Now, some states are following suit.Louisiana is scheduled to execute a... Read More.

UAPB Dining Chef Paula Mayo Triumphs in Culinary Competitions

Thursday, March 6 by Deltaplex Staff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Dining Services is thrilled to announce that Chef Paula Mayo, a distinguished UAPB Dining Services team member, has achieved remarkable success by winning four prestigious Aramark Culinary Chef Tournaments. Her exceptional culinary skills and innovative approach... Read More.

Second woman sentenced in Second Chance Fur Dog case

Thursday, March 6 by Luke Matheson

Andrea Chambers, a former treasurer for Second Chance Fur Dogs, faced legal consequences after pleading "no contest" to a misdemeanor charge of falsifying business records.This charge was related to the handling of missing funds during her tenure.Judge Robert Gibson imposed a sentence of one... Read More.

Kids On The Block Recognized by Pine Bluff City Council

Thursday, March 6 by Deltaplex Staff

The Kids On The Block (KOTB) community 4-H Club was recognized recently by the Pine Bluff, Arkansas City Council for adopting a spot in the city’s 3rd Ward. Led by Verna Perry, CEO of the Carpenters’ Daughter Apprenticeship Program, the KOTB Club introduces youth... Read More.

Opportunity House Director Chris Taylor joined United Way’s Jason Duren on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show

Thursday, March 6 by Deltaplex Staff

Chris Taylor, the Executive Director of the Opportunity House joined United Way Executive Director Jason Duren on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show where he explained what Opportunity House does.Jennifer Lipp, who was sitting in for Morning Show host Greg Horne said it’s not always... Read More.

February drug enforcement operations results in arrest of 21 individuals and seizure of illegal narcotics valued at approximately $6,194,090

Wednesday, March 5 by Luke Matheson

Multiple drug enforcement operations in Ashley, Bradley, Desha, and Drew counties resulted in the arrest of 21 individuals and seizure of illegal narcotics valued at approximately $6,194,090.00 in the month of February.The operations were a joint effort by multiple law enforcement agencies including the... Read More.

Vote here for the Kevin Bonnette State Farm Basketball Player of the Week

Wednesday, March 5 by Greg

Vote for Kevin Bonnette State Farm Player in Jefferson County. Some really good play in the past week from many of areas players, triple doubles and other stat sheet stuffer performances

United Way Executive Director Jason Duren discusses the end of their annual campaign

Wednesday, March 5 by Deltaplex Staff

Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013 and before introducing the guest, Executive Director Jason Duren said the organization is nearing the end of its annual campaign which will take place in about a month.Duren said when that happens, he will be able... Read More.

$25k bond set after Jefferson County man fails to register as a sex offender

Wednesday, March 5 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man previously convicted of failure to register or comply with reporting requirements as a registered sex offender. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

UAMS accepting applications for summer programs for high school students

Wednesday, March 5 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is now accepting applications for its summer programs designed to introduce high school students to the wide variety of health care careers. UAMS’ Medical Applications of Science for Health (MASH) program is a free... Read More.

A $10k cash only bond was set for a woman after trying to smuggle drugs into the detention center

Wednesday, March 5 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King A $10,000 cash only bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of trying to give suspected drugs to a detainee at the adult detention center. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause... Read More.

States look at dropping sales tax on groceries

Wednesday, March 5 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The number of states imposing sales taxes on groceries has shrunk over the years, and the number may decrease further in the coming months as lawmakers hear complaints about high prices for eggs and other household staples.Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee... Read More.

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