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Governor signs bill restricting social media access for children

Thursday, April 13 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas on Wednesday became the second state to restrict social media use by children, as Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders approved legislation requiring minors to get their parents’ permission to create a new account. The bill signed by the Republican governor requires... Read More.

Pine Bluff fire officials discuss the need for 3/8 cent sales tax

Thursday, April 13 by Staff

The Pine Bluff Public Safety Committee met Wednesday afternoon to discuss a 3/8 cent sales tax to financially support the city’s fire and police departments. Both departments need new equipment, enhanced training and an adopted salary schedule. Based on sales tax receipts from 2022, a... Read More.

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Settlement reached in Freedom of Information Act Lawsuit

Wednesday, April 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Attorneys representing both Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. on Wednesday reached a settlement agreement to hopefully end a pending lawsuit. Following a hearing Wednesday, attorney Tim Cullen, who represents Woods’ attorney, Kimberly Dale, told Deltaplex news what the... Read More.

Williams conviction upheld by Court of Appeals

Wednesday, April 12 by Ray King

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man sentenced to prison last year failed Wednesday to convince the Arkansas Court of Appeals that the judge at his trial erred by denying his directed verdict motion. Darryl Williams, 39, is serving a 30-year sentence after being convicted of... Read More.

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Cara Carlin with the Better Business Bureau discusses scams following natural disasters

Wednesday, April 12 by Staff

After natural disasters like the tornado those in Central and NE Arkansas just suffered, scam artists flood the area and people who are vulnerable can easily be taken advantage of. Cara Carlin with the Better Business Bureau in Little Rock joined Rick Walker to... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for man accused of domestic distrubance involving his mother

Wednesday, April 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

$25,000 bond set for man accused of being involved in a domestic disturbance that caused injury to his 71-year-old mother. Pine Bluff District Judge Kim Bridgeforth set the bond after finding prosecutors have probable cause to charge John William Staver with Domestic Battery in the... Read More.

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White Hall Superintendent talks salary updates for 2023-2024 school year

Wednesday, April 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

White Hall School Board held its monthly meeting Tuesday approving their salary schedule for the 2023-2024 school year and staff and teacher raises. Superintendent Gary Williams joined the Oldies 1013 Morning Show Wednesday and host Greg Horne asked about that meeting. Williams was then asked if... Read More.

Simmons Bank named one of the World’s Best Banks 2023 in Forbes

Wednesday, April 12 by Deseray Mckinzy

Simmons Bank announced in a press release Tuesday that for the fourth consecutive year, Simmons Bank has been named one of the World's Best Banks by Forbes. Simmons Bank was one of only 75 banks in the United States, and 415 banks worldwide, to be included in the... Read More.

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Sheridan hires two new principals at Monday night’s school board meeting

Tuesday, April 11 by Staff

The Sheridan School District has filled both of its vacant principal positions for the 2023-24 school year. Dr. Amber Binz will be joining the district as principal at East End Intermediate School, and Dennis Wolfe will take over the top leadership role at Sheridan’s... Read More.

SEARK President talks progess of dorm construction

Tuesday, April 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

Demolition work is continuing on the former nursing home on South Hazel Street that by late summer will be dormitories for Southeast Arkansas College student-athletes and others. On Tuesday, Dr. Stephen Bloomberg, president of SEARK was asked about the work when he appeared on the... Read More.

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Monticello School Board approves demolition of elementary school

Tuesday, April 11 by Ray King

At a special called meeting, the Monticello School Board in late March approved the demolition of City Park Elementary School. According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, Superintendent Sandra Lanehart said the maintenance costs for the building exceeded $60,000 per year and needs a new roof,... Read More.

Tips to kick start healthier you

Tuesday, April 11 by Ray King

Spring is a great time to remind oneself of the importance of maintaining good nutrition and an overall healthy lifestyle, according to Teresa Henson, Extension specialist-program outreach coordinator for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. “This spring, families and individuals are encouraged to improve... Read More.

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