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Legislators question documentary series on Pulaski County jail

Wednesday, May 15 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers on Tuesday raised questions about a sheriff’s decision to allow a Netflix documentary series to be filmed at the county jail, with one critic saying the move exploited inmates. Pulaski County Sheriff Eric Higgins defended the decision to... Read More.

Watson Chapel School District announced the retirement of three long-time employees

Wednesday, May 15 by Alex Bivens

The Watson Chapel School District held its regular monthly meeting Monday and heard that three long-time employees are retiring. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show, Board Member Alan Frazier talked about the three. Frazier also brought up the new head football coach who has already... Read More.

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Students at Watson Chapel reportedly involved in multiple fights Tues

Tuesday, May 14 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Police are reporting that multiple officers responded to Watson Chapel High School because of fights near the football field Tuesday but say that the school was not locked down. Watson Chapel school officials and other law enforcement agencies told Deltaplex there was a... Read More.

Pine Bluff School District recognizes Mrs. Kendria Jones as one of Rack room Shoes Teacher of the Year

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

Congratulations to Mrs. Kendria Jones, Pine Bluff Jr High teacher, for being named one of Rack Room Shoes’ Teacher of the Year! Ms. Jones was one of five teachers who received the most votes. Students and/or their parents nominated teachers from all across the... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff’s office needs assistance with burglary suspect identity

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

On May 11, 2024, a Deputy from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Uniformed Patrol Division was dispatched to the Dollar General store located on Highway 79 South in reference to a commercial burglary and theft of property. During the subsequent investigation deputies were able to... Read More.

Alan Frazier of the Watson Chapel School Board discussed graduation

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

The Watson Chapel School District will conduct its 2024 graduation ceremony this Friday at 7 p.m. at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. Alan Frazier, a member of the Watson Chapel School Board talked about that when he appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show. On another... Read More.

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Russian Invasion in Ukraine Leads Two International Students to UAPB

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

Students from around the world attend the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Currently, there are nearly 70 international students enrolled at UAPB. Many travel to the university for its renowned Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries while others choose UAPB because circumstance intersects with... Read More.

IRS issues scam warning for taxpayers if they filed big refunds

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

Consumer alert: IRS warns taxpayers they may be scam victims if they filed for big refunds; misleading advice leads to false claims for Fuel Tax Credit, Sick and Family Leave Credit, Household Employment taxes Taxpayers who filed these claims mistakenly need to follow advice on... Read More.

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The Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County worked with Arkansas State Chamber’s Be Pro Be Proud Signing Day team

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

The Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County, Arkansas worked with the Arkansas State Chamber’s Be Pro Be Proud team to host their first Draft Day in Pine Bluff in March 2024. This event strategically pairs graduating seniors with local employers through the YouScience Aptitude... Read More.

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

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man who allegedly pointed a gun at six people during an altercation Sunday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge James Hinshaw, 69,... Read More.

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Sheriff Woods discusses GVI Benefits

Monday, May 13 by Greg

THE SECOND ANNUAL NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY IS SLATED FOR JUNE SEVENTH AT THE PINE BLUFF CONVENTION CENTER. THAT IS THE DAY THAT MANY COMMUNITY MINDED—ORGANIZATIIONS WILL COLLABORATE TO ENCOURAGE YOUNG PEOPLE TO TURN AWAY FROM GUN VIOLENCE. HERE IN PINE BLUFF, THE GROUP VIOLENCE... Read More.

QC approves several items, Carroll refuses to be in room with County Judge

Monday, May 13 by Greg

At their regular monthly meeting, The Jefferson County Quorum Court finally got several things done. Among the items approved—-funding for the Jefferson County Drug Court. In addition, the Justices approved appropriation that gives funding for the Fifth And Sixth Divisions of the Jefferson County Circuit... Read More.

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