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Jefferson County Quorum Court to Consider Multiple Fund Transfers, Budget Adjustments at April 13 Meeting

Thursday, April 9 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court is set to address a series of financial transfers and routine business items during its regularly scheduled meeting Monday evening at the courthouse. The meeting, outlined in the agenda packet, will begin at 5:30 p.m. inside the Dr. Vernon Johnson... Read More.

Drew County Man Faces Multiple Charges Following Drug Investigation

Thursday, April 9 by Luke Matheson

A Drew County man is facing multiple felony charges following a search warrant executed earlier this month, according to authorities. Investigators with the Drew County Sheriff’s Office and the 10th Judicial Drug Task Force served a search warrant March 19 at the residence of Michael... Read More.

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Congressman Westerman Addresses Trump’s Social Media Comments and Welcomes US Iran Ceasefire

Thursday, April 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman said Thursday he was disappointed in some of the language President Donald Trump used in social media posts on Easter and the day after but is glad to see that there has been a ceasefire between the United States... Read More.

America’s Car-Mart to Close 42 Dealerships Amid Financial Challenges

Thursday, April 9 by Luke Matheson

America’s Car-Mart Inc. announced plans to close 42 dealerships over the next week as the company works to address financial and market challenges impacting its lending operations. The closures, disclosed in a filing Tuesday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, will reduce the company’s... Read More.

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Arkansas Baptist Children Family Ministry Spotlighted on United Way Day with Jason Duren and Melissa Hyman

Thursday, April 9 by Haleigh Reichen

Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013 and this week Executive Director Jason Duren was joined by Melissa Hyman of Arkansas Baptist Children Family Ministry. Hyman was asked to explain what the organization does. Morning Show host Greg Horne asked her to talk about what... Read More.

Appeals Court affirms Howard Conviction and Sentence

Thursday, April 9 by Ray King

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man convicted of murder and other offenses failed to convince the Arkansas Court of Appeals that the trial judge should not have allowed evidence recorded on a cell phone. Rickey Howard Jr., now 26, was found guilty of first-degree murder,... Read More.

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UAMS receives $110K grant for student scholarships

Thursday, April 9 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine received a $110,000 grant from the Dorothy Snider Foundation, a fund managed by the Memphis Medical Society, for student scholarships. “This is an exciting development in our efforts to generate more... Read More.

Grant, Saline County Teams Lead Field at 2026 Arkansas SeaPerch Challenge

Thursday, April 9 by Luke Matheson

Teams from Grant and Saline counties dominated the 2026 Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and Arkansas 4-H SeaPerch Challenge, placing first among 55 teams representing 12 counties at the annual competition held April 3 at the River Center. A total of 191 students competed in the... Read More.

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Warren Man Sentenced to Multiple Life Terms in Burglary, Kidnapping and Rape Case

Wednesday, April 8 by Luke Matheson

A Warren man has been sentenced to multiple life terms after being convicted in a violent 2025 burglary and rape case involving a pregnant woman, according to the Tenth Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Tilton Hill was found guilty of aggravated residential burglary, kidnapping and... Read More.

Shrine Circus Returns This Weekend Featuring Elephants and Family Fun

Wednesday, April 8 by Haleigh Reichen

The Shrine Circus will be back in town this weekend and will bring elephants with them. On Wednesday, Matt Newton was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show where he talked about it. Morning Show host Greg Horne asked Newton to talk about tickets. Newton went... Read More.

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UAPB to Host Wall Street Investment Workshop Featuring Hedge Fund Manager

Wednesday, April 8 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will host a daylong investment workshop led by a Wall Street professional, offering students and faculty an inside look at financial markets and career opportunities in the industry. The event is scheduled for Monday, April 13, from 10... Read More.

Crossett Drug Bust Nets Firearms Cash and Multiple Narcotics in Ongoing Investigation

Wednesday, April 8 by Luke Matheson

Authorities seized multiple illegal drugs, firearms and cash during a recent operation in Crossett, according to the Arkansas 10th Drug Task Force. The task force, which is based in Drew County, worked alongside the Crossett Police Department to carry out the operation. Investigators reported seizing approximately... Read More.

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