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A $10k bond was set for a Sheridan man accused of domestic battery

Wednesday, February 21 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $10,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Sheridan man previously convicted of misdemeanor domestic battery after he was arrested Friday on a similar allegation. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Nicholas... Read More.

Bruce Carman explanis why he is running for District 13

Wednesday, February 21 by Alex Bivens

One of the most closely watched races for a position on the Jefferson County Quorum Court this year is the battle for District 13, which covers all the land across the Arkansas River and incudes Altheimer, Wabbaseka, Tucker, Sherill, Moscow, Linwood and a number... Read More.

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PB City Council moving closer to funding Convention Center Hotel

Tuesday, February 20 by Greg

By Ray King During a meeting that ran nearly two-and-a-half hours Tuesday, the Pine Bluff City Council moved a step closer to seeing the old Plaza Hotel adjacent to the Convention Center torn down and construction beginning on a new Marriott Courtyard in its place. Following... Read More.

Public should expect smoke from controlled burns at the Pine Bluff Arsenal

Tuesday, February 20 by Luke Matheson

The local community should not be alarmed if they see large plumes of smoke coming from Pine Bluff Arsenal beginning today until the end of March depending on the weather. The Arkansas Forestry Division will be conducting several controlled burns during this time. These burns... Read More.

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30-year prison sentence for man accused of enticing minor female to engage in sexual activity

Tuesday, February 20 by Ray King

Fayetteville – Isaac James Melder, age 42, of Yellville was sentenced on February 13, 2024, to 360 months in prison without the possibility of parole after being found guilty of communicating with a minor through the internet to entice the minor to engage in illegal sexual activity. ... Read More.

White Hall Superintendent Gary Williams explains WHSD’s plan to make up missed instruction time

Tuesday, February 20 by Alex Bivens

Like every other school district in the state, the White Hall School District had to work out a plan to make up the time kids were out of class because of snow and freezing temperatures earlier this year. On Tuesday, Gary Williams, White Hall School... Read More.

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19-year-old charged with Capital Murder

Tuesday, February 20 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A 19-year-old Pine Bluff man who told his grandparents he had shot someone Saturday will be held without bond until prosecutors file formal charges against him. Following a court hearing Tuesday, Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney ruled prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

Mayor Shirley Washington explained the need to increase the police department budget

Tuesday, February 20 by Alex Bivens

Wrapping up our interviews with the candidates for Mayor of Pine Bluff, Mayor Shirley Washington talked about the need to increase the budget for the police department when she appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show. Voters in Pine Bluff twice rejected adding a three-eights... Read More.

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Monday, February 19 by Greg

Vivian Flowers announces Key Endorsements

Monday, February 19 by Alex Bivens

(Pine Bluff, Arkansas) – Vivian Flowers announced the formal endorsements of key supporters who she believes reflect the broad local and statewide backing of her candidacy for Mayor of Pine Bluff. "I'm so excited for our campaign but most excited for Pine Bluff, because endorsements... Read More.

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Baseball Hall Of Famers coming to Hot Springs

Monday, February 19 by Rick Walker

Three men who have seen their names placed in Cooperstown will be featured guests at the annual Hot Springs Baseball Weekend coming up in August. Johnny Bench, Robin Yount and Ted Simmons join the star studded lineup which includes former Dodger MVP Steve Garvey,... Read More.

Mayor Shirley Washington explains why she is seeking a third term

Monday, February 19 by Alex Bivens

Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington was a guest on Oldies 1013 Monday as we wrapped up interviews with the candidates whose name will appear on the March 5 Democratic primary ballot. Washington is seeking a third term and Morning Show host Greg Horne asked... Read More.

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