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AgDiscovery applications being accepted at UAPB

Friday, March 1 by Ray King

Pine Bluff, AR — Applications are now being accepted for AgDiscovery, a residential career and science exploration program for teens, Dr. Christopher C. Mathis Jr., AgDiscovery program director, said. The program is scheduled for June 8-21 at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff... Read More.

Monticello A&P to address city wet/dry issue

Friday, March 1 by Ray King

The Monticello Advertising and Promotion Commission is expected to call a mandatory meeting soon to address the wet/dry issue for the city. At its most recent meeting, Commissioner Kim Patel suggested the meeting so commissioners could go on record as to whether they support the... Read More.

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Karen Lee with UAPB explained what the 65th Rural Life Conference is about

Friday, March 1 by Alex Bivens

The 65th Rural Life Conference at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is scheduled for March 14 and 15 on campus with a variety of workshops, exhibits and vendor booths. On Friday, Karen Lee with the University appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show and... Read More.

Two $100k bonds set for Jefferson County men, one cash and one secured on drug and weapons charges

Friday, March 1 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King Two Jefferson County men were arrested Thursday on drug and weapons charges. Markevius Blake, 22, of Pine Bluff and Kavreon McGown, 21, of Altheimer, were taken into custody after police vice and narcotics officers stopped the vehicle, they were in in the Dollarway... Read More.

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Stolen car located on Saracen Casino’s parking lot leads to arrest of three

Friday, March 1 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A report that a stolen car was on the parking lot of the Saracen Casino Wednesday resulted in the arrest of three people following a police investigation. Kenneth Gyrb, 37, of McKinney, Texas, Michael Crews, 49, of Wrightsville and April Crews, 46, also... Read More.

Veteran political analyst joins Sunrise Deltaplex

Thursday, February 29 by Alex Bivens

Former Fox News Channel Political Director Chris Stirewalt moved to NewsNation and this Sunday premieres a new show called "The Hill Sunday". He was a guest on Sunrise Deltaplex with Rick Walker to talk about the show. Rick asked him about his career They also... Read More.

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A $75k bond was set for a Pine Bluff woman accused of aggravated residential burglary and battery

Thursday, February 29 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $75,000 bond was set Thursday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of breaking into a house and beating a man with a baseball bat. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Elisa... Read More.

Jason Duren with United Way announces new organization for volunteers

Thursday, February 29 by Alex Bivens

On Wednesday, Jason Duren with the United Way announced that a new organization is being created to help people. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show, he said this. Morning Show host Greg Horne said this group will be able to go in and help with... Read More.

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PBSD Superintendent Jennifer Barbaree talked about her new contract

Thursday, February 29 by Alex Bivens

The Pine Bluff School District recently gave Superintendent Jennifer Barbaree a new three-year contract and Barbaree talked about that contract when she appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show. She went on to say this. Morning Show host Greg Horne said one of the most important... Read More.

White Hall Fire Department promotes two officers

Wednesday, February 28 by Luke Matheson

White Hall Fire Chief Sandy Castleberry has announced two promotions within the Department. Assistant Chief Mike Rongey has been promoted to Deputy Chief, while Captain Tracy Weaver has been promoted to Assistant Chief. Both promotions are effective immediately, according to a press release from Castleberry. In the... Read More.

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UAPB Banners Celebrate 150 Years of Excellence

Wednesday, February 28 by Alex Bivens

PINE BLUFF, Arkansas – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is gearing up to conclude its year-long celebration of the University’s 150th anniversary with the Spring Fling Community Celebration on Saturday, March 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Saracen Landing, 200... Read More.

Jason Duren from United Way and John Brenley of the American Red Cross explained the process for receiving help

Wednesday, February 28 by Alex Bivens

Wednesday is United Way Day on oldies1013 and this week, John Brenley of the American Red Cross joined Jason Duren to talk about his agency. Morning show host Greg Horne asked Brenley to discuss some of the things the Red Cross in Arkansas has done... Read More.

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