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Using Largemouth Bass in Pond Stocking

Saturday, June 8 by Alex Bivens

According to Scott Jones, small impoundment Extension specialist at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the “undisputed king” of freshwater sportfish in the southeastern U.S. is the largemouth bass. “Largemouth possess a blend of aggressiveness, challenge to capture and growth that attracts fishing enthusiasts to their pursuit,”... Read More.

Chief Shauwn Howell discusses the dedication ceremony on Monday for the new fire truck

Friday, June 7 by Alex Bivens

A dedication ceremony is set for Monday as the Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Department puts its newest fire truck into service. The ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. at Station One, which is located at 200 east 8th ave. Chief Shauwn Howell talked... Read More.

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UAM awarded grant to renovate art facility

Friday, June 7 by Ray King

The University of Arkansas at Monticello has received a $750,000 grant to renovate an art facility from the Wingate Foundation. According to the Advance Monticelloian newspaper, the funds will be used to transfer the art facility from the Visual and Performing Arts Center to the... Read More.

Chief Shauwn Howell joined Greg and Will on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show

Friday, June 7 by Alex Bivens

Pine Bluff firefighters responded to a fire at the hotel attached to the Convention Center in the early morning hours Friday, according to Chief Shauwn Howell. Howell appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show where Will Jenkins was asked about people going into the abandoned... Read More.

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35-year federal prison sentence for Little Rock man on child porn charges

Friday, June 7 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK—Jessie Michael Collins will spend 35 years in federal prison for distribution of child pornography. Jonathan D. Ross, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, announced the sentence, which was handed down today by United States District Judge Lee P. Rudofsky. On... Read More.

A $100k bond was set for a Pine Bluff man accused of stabbing another man

Friday, June 7 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man who allegedly stabbed another man Wednesday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Devonta Reed, 27, with first-degree battery. Reading from an affidavit... Read More.

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Bonds of $25k each were set for two people accused of theft of property

Friday, June 7 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King Bonds of $25,000 each were set Friday for two people accused of stealing copper wire from a parked utility truck. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bonds after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge David Robertson, 39, of Mt. Ida... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scam demanding money

Friday, June 7 by Alex Bivens

Jefferson County, Arkansas - June 6, 2024- Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) is issuing a public warning about a recent phone scam that has been reported by concerned citizens. We want to ensure the safety and security of our residents and to prevent anyone... Read More.

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Congressman Bruce Westerman spoke about complaints he’s received about the VA Hospital in Little Rock

Friday, June 7 by Alex Bivens

Although there are more than six months remaining in the year, members of congress are already starting to work on the federal budget for 2025. One of those is Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman, a Republican from Hot Springs, who talked about that, and about... Read More.

State gas prices decline compared to previous week

Thursday, June 6 by Ray King

The statewide gas price average in Arkansas has been on a decline recently. In Arkansas, the average price for a gallon of unleaded fuel is currently $3.00, which is six cents less than this day last week and eleven cents less per gallon compared to... Read More.

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SEARK names Prysock new softball coach

Thursday, June 6 by Ray King

Southeast Arkansas College has named Matt Prysock as its new softball coach. He replaces Belinda Hendrix, who left for a job at Garden City Community College in Kansas. Prysock was formerly an assistant coach at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain. “I am honored and excited to... Read More.

Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman discussed D-Day and renaming of Kingsland Post Office

Thursday, June 6 by Alex Bivens

Thursday marked the 80th anniversary of the landing by American troops on the beaches at Normandy in France, beginning the battle that resulted in the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. A ceremony was held in France to honor that event, and the soldiers... Read More.

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