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State house approves bill on bathroom use

Thursday, February 2 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas House on Wednesday approved legislation preventing transgender people at public schools from using bathrooms that match their gender identity, while a legislative panel endorsed a measure restricting drag performances in the state. The bills advanced through the majority-Republican Legislature... Read More.

Washington talks efforts to keep streets clear and manage power outages

Thursday, February 2 by Deseray Mckinzy

Due to the winter weather conditions in the Deltaplex, Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington mentioned that there have been a few fallen trees and power outages but with the help of the Pine Bluff Street Department and Entergy those areas are or have already... Read More.

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Lincoln County Judge discusses winter weather plans for his county

Wednesday, February 1 by Staff

Lincoln County Judge Buddy Lynn Earnest joined the Oldies 101.3 FM morning show to discuss winter weather and how his county is dealing with it. Earnest said that crews have been out working since late Tuesday night working on roads and clearing trees. He also... Read More.

Pine Bluff Animal Control offering free straw bales for outdoor pets

Wednesday, February 1 by Deseray Mckinzy

Pine Bluff Animal Control is currently offering free straw bales for pet owners to help those pets who stay outdoors keep warm during these cold temperatures. Sam Pittman from Animal Control joined Oldies 1013 morning show and explained what they are offering. Pittman added that they... Read More.

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Mayor Washington discusses winter weather travel; Entergy Arkansas staging workers in Pine Bluff

Wednesday, February 1 by Staff

Winter weather in the Deltaplex area has caused issues with the roads and bridges since early this week, and crews have been out working hard to make sure they have been treated so drivers can travel is needed. Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington joined the... Read More.

UAMS accepting Pathways Academy applications

Tuesday, January 31 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is accepting applications for its Pathways Academy program for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Pathways Academy is an educational and community engagement program that focuses on preparing K-12 students for opportunities in... Read More.

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Hot Springs man sentenced to federal prison on drug charges

Tuesday, January 31 by Ray King

HOT SPRINGS – A Hot Springs man was sentenced on January 27, to 97 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release on one count of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine. The Honorable Chief Judge Susan O. Hickey presided over the... Read More.

Big Banjo Pizza named finalist for Food Hall of Fame

Tuesday, January 31 by Ray King

A Pine Bluff pizza parlor was one of 11 restaurants statewide named as finalists for the 2023 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame. Big Banjo Pizza was selected for the list by patrons who voted for the restaurant in October. Black Angus of Little Rock and Betty’s... Read More.

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Judge dismisses allegations against County Judge Robinson and Quorum Court

Monday, January 30 by Greg

By Ray King A motion to dismiss claims against Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and members of the Quorum Court over allegations they did not fund the sheriff’s office, the adult jail and the juvenile detention center in the 2022 budget was granted by a... Read More.

Pine Bluff A&P Commission Provides $1.47 Million in Funding for 2022

Monday, January 30 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Pine Bluff Advertising and Promotion Commission recently awarded a quarter of a million dollars to several local non-profit organizations and public commissions for upcoming events, programming, and tourism facilities. Additional funds were allocated for maintenance requests for two tourism facilities, as well as... Read More.

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Pine Bluff man arrested for allegedly attempting to cash fradulent check

Monday, January 30 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of attempting to cash a check on the account of a person who died last year. Jefferson County Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

Portions of the Deltaplex under an Ice Storm Warning

Monday, January 30 by Staff

Portions of the Deltaplex are under an ice storm warning as freezing temperatures and moisture approach the area early this week. According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, accumulating ice is possible across much of the state, but the highest totals (a quarter... Read More.

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