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Pine Bluff man arrested after handgun found in vehicle

Tuesday, September 27 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man previously convicted of a felony was arrested in the early morning hours Monday after a handgun was found in the vehicle the man was driving. Eric Hicks, 41, was taken into custody after police performed a traffic stop on... Read More.

Two killed in accident at Hot Springs

Tuesday, September 27 by Ray King

Two people were killed and two others injured in a two-vehicle accident in Hot Springs Monday. According to a preliminary report, Robert G. Newton, 76, and Joyce M. Newton, 75, both of Leona were passengers in a 2017 Ford Edge driven by Kenneth W. Newton,... Read More.

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UAPB Homecoming week schedule released

Monday, September 26 by Staff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s (UAPB) Annual Fall Homecoming Week 2022 is counting down to seven days of festivities. This year’s theme, “UAPB Golden Lion Nation: One Team. One Roar,” kicks off the week on Sunday, October 2, and leads the charge... Read More.

Arkansas County Fair and Demolition Derby a smashing success

Monday, September 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

For the first time since 2019, Arkansas County residents were able to return to the fairgrounds in DeWitt to enjoy the carnival rides, food, and festivities of the Arkansas County Fair. The fair ran from Tuesday, Sept. 13, to Saturday, Sept. 17. The Arkansas County... Read More.

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ASC featured on Arkansas PBS’s ‘Blueberry’s Clubhouse’

Monday, September 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Arts & Science Center and one of its staff members made guest appearances on a recent episode of Arkansas PBS’s Blueberry’s Clubhouse. Starring both puppets and humans, the show follows Blueberry, “a fun-loving puppet guide to engaging and insightful activities for students out of... Read More.

Make-A-Wish Foundation plans weekend fundraiser

Monday, September 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

A fundraising event is planned this Saturday in Jefferson County for the Make a Wish Foundation. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show Monday, Leslie Humphrey, Development Officer for the Central and South Arkansas Make-A-Wish talked about the event. Humphrey said the fundraiser will be at... Read More.

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$50,000 bond set for man accused of being involved in recent shootout

Monday, September 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $50,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of being involved in a shootout in downtown Pine Bluff in the early morning hours Saturday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause... Read More.

Man killed by vehicle that left scene Sunday

Monday, September 26 by Ray King

A North Little Rock man was killed in the early morning hours Sunday when he was hit by a vehicle that left the scene. According to a preliminary report, Gary Wayne Lea, 57, was southbound on U/s. 67/167 when the 2005 Yamaha he was riding... Read More.

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Deltaplex area Week 4 high school football scores

Saturday, September 24 by Staff

Below are the Week 4 scores from Deltaplex area teams CLASS 6A Sheridan 49, Jacksonville 0 CLASS 5A Pine Bluff 26, Maumelle 0 Joe T. Robinson 59, Watson Chapel 20 Mills 34, White Hall 32 CLASS 4A Harding Academy 45, Stuttgart 13 Hamburg 19, Dumas 13 Monticello 53, Helena 20 Star City 34, De Witt... Read More.

False report of a bomb leads to “Code Black” at Watson Chapel Schools

Friday, September 23 by Staff

According to the Pine Bluff Police Department a series of text messages were received by the 911 call center in Pine Bluff at about 2:20 p.m. with a person reporting that police and ambulances were needed at Watson Chapel High School. The texter reported that... Read More.

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County Judge talks supply chain issues leading to rising costs

Friday, September 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

Among the problems facing the country are rising costs for everything, fueled by supply chain issues. This has led to run-away inflation and on Wednesday, Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson was asked about inflation when he was a guest on the Oldies 1013 morning... Read More.

Saracen Casino announces multi-state gaming coming

Friday, September 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

By the end of the year, Saracen Casino will be able to offer patrons the chance to win jackpots of $1 million or more. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Saracen Chief Marketing Officer Carlton Saffa explained that machines at Saracen will be connected... Read More.

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