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Saracen Chief Market Officer Carlton Saffa discussed the construction progress

Friday, May 24 by Alex Bivens

Construction is continuing on the hotel and event center at the Saracen Casino and Resort and on Friday, Saracen Chief Market Officer Carlton Saffa was asked if construction is where they want it to be at this time. Saffa appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning... Read More.

Jefferson Regional Hospital is preparing to open the new White Hall rehabilitation facility

Friday, May 24 by Alex Bivens

In January 2022, Jefferson Regional Hospital announced plans to construct a new rehabilitation facility at White Hall and now, just over two years later, that facility is prepared to open. Located off I-530 at Exit 32, the facility will feature 40 beds for inpatient rehabilitation... Read More.

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A $25k bond was set for a White Hall man accused of stabbing a relative

Friday, May 24 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Friday for a White Hall man accused of stabbing a relative during an altercation Wednesday. Circuit Judge Phillip Green set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Darquis Fleming, 24, with second-degree domestic battery. Green... Read More.

A $5k bond was set for a Pine Bluff man being charged with aggravated assault

Friday, May 24 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man who allegedly pointed a gun at another man Thursday. District Judge Phillip Green set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Donald McAllister, 74, with aggravated assault. Green was... Read More.

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The Rolling Stones are headed to The Ozarks

Thursday, May 23 by Rick Walker

One of the biggest bands in history will be ending their tour this summer at the Thunder Ridge Amphitheater in Ridgedale, Missouri. The 20,000 seat arena, opened by Bass Pro Shop founder Johnny Morris is located at Big Cedar, will host The Stones on... Read More.

AIM Announces First Diaper Sweepstakes “Half a Year of Diaper Cheer”

Thursday, May 23 by Alex Bivens

Today, Arkansans for Improving Maternal Health (AIM) announced Half a Year of Diaper Cheer, its first diaper sweepstakes, in an effort to celebrate and support Arkansas mothers and families. Half a Year of Diaper Cheer will run today through Thursday, June 6, 2024, offering... Read More.

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Southeast Arkansas College recognizes first graduate through the SEARK Prison Education Program

Thursday, May 23 by Alex Bivens

Southeast Arkansas College is proud to recognize its first graduate through the SEARK Prison Education Program. On Thursday, May 16, Broderick Collier was awarded his Associate of General Studies degree during the Arkansas Department of Corrections annual graduation ceremony at the Ouachita River Unit... Read More.

New overtime rules could mean more money

Thursday, May 23 by Rick Walker

New overtime rules will kick in this summer, which could mean more money in your pocket. The new rules from the Department of Labor will allow millions of workers to be eligible for overtime pay. Under the current regulations of the Fair Labor Standards Act,... Read More.

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Tip leads to foiling of possible mass shooting in Arkansas mall

Thursday, May 23 by Rick Walker

A man allegedly headed to Fort Smith's Central Mall with a rifle was arrested thanks to a tip for a concerned citizen. According to court documents, a 911 caller reported that Rodney Sheffield was on his way to Central Mall "with the intent to kill... Read More.

Cain Nattin talks Kickstart Sheridan and summer fun

Thursday, May 23 by Rick Walker

Every month, Sheridan Mayor Cain Nattin joins Rick Walker on Sunrise Deltaplex. This month, he talked about how Kickstart Sheridan is really keeping the good times rolling, especially heading into the summer. Rick asked him about the organization's structure. Nattin talked about great things going... Read More.

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PBSD Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Barbaree discussed the community service hours required by the LEARNS Act

Thursday, May 23 by Alex Bivens

Beginning this year, students in every Arkansas School will be required to perform community service starting in the ninth grade. As a part of the LEARNS Act, students must have at least 75 hours of community service in order to graduate. Appearing on the Oldies 1013... Read More.

The Black Pilots of America will be at Grider Field for the 26th year

Thursday, May 23 by Alex Bivens

For the 26th year, the Black Pilots of America will make Grider Field their weekend home as Operation Skyhook kicks off Friday morning. On Thursday, Ken Johnson, the general manager of Pine Bluff Wastewater Utility and a member of the organization was joined by another member,... Read More.

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