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Salvation Army offering new program for children

Thursday, July 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Salvation Army in Pine Bluff is offering a new program for children ages 6 to 12, according to local Salvation Army Officer Jason Purdue. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show Wednesday, he talked about the program he and his wife Lt. Rachel Purdue... Read More.

AGFC suggests ways timber firms, lease holders can take action to boost wildlife

Thursday, July 14 by Staff

Timber companies play an important role in Arkansas’s economy, and the partnerships established between the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and these firms positively affect fish and wildlife species on the lands that they own and manage. It is important to remember that managing properties... Read More.

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Courtroom in Grant County seeing renovations

Thursday, July 14 by Ray King

Renovations ae currently underway at the Grant County Courthouse including work in the courtroom. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, much of the interior of the courtroom dates to the 1960’s and renovation plans have been made for quite some time but were put off... Read More.

White Hall Superintendent talks district plans after summer break

Thursday, July 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

Gary Williams, who is the new superintendent of the White Hall School District said Friday he is beginning to make contacts with staff members who are slowly coming back into the offices after the summer break. Williams, who was formerly superintendent of the Crossett School... Read More.

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Cash-only bond set for man accused of drug possession

Thursday, July 14 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $5,000 cash-only bond was set Thursday for a Pine Bluff man currently on probation on a drug-related charge. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Stancio Shelton, 32, with possession of a... Read More.

Suspects arrested following Grant County manhunt

Thursday, July 14 by Staff

UPDATE 8:28 a.m. The Grant County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed three suspects have been taken into custody following Thursday morning’s manhunt. No suspects or law enforcement officers were injured during the manhunt or arrests. The Sheriff’s Office is reporting there is no further danger for residents in... Read More.

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Ryan Mallett to host kids football camp at White Hall High School

Wednesday, July 13 by Staff

New White Hall Head Football Coach Ryan Mallett will be hosting his first football camp July 21 from 9 a.m. to noon for kids in grades 1 through 6. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 morning show, Mallett explained how to sign up. He went on to... Read More.

Arkansas State Police to launch “Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine” campaign

Wednesday, July 13 by Staff

Speeding violations on Arkansas roadways continue to rise and law enforcement officers across the state plan to ban together in a united operation under the banner, “Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine”. The two-week crackdown directed at speeders begins Monday, July 18th. “It’s an... Read More.

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SEARK President talks upcoming enrollment event

Wednesday, July 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

Southeast Arkansas College is planning an enrollment event for next week and SEARK President Dr. Steven Bloomberg was a guest on the Oldies 1013morning show Tuesday to talk about it. Morning show host Greg Horne said the threat of COVID hampered enrollment at most colleges... Read More.

$50,000 bond set for man on drug and weapons-related allegations

Wednesday, July 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $50,000 cash-only bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man currently on parole on drug and weapons-related allegations. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Thomas Brooks, 63, with possession of... Read More.

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Bond set for man accused of drug possession

Wednesday, July 13 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Monday after sheriff’s investigators saw him throw a small object that contained suspected methamphetamine while they were attempting to handcuff him. Joe Hurt, 34, was taken into custody by investigators Nathan Jines and Joseph O’Neal who were... Read More.

Former state treasurer Fisher dies at 80

Wednesday, July 13 by Ray King

PARAGOULD, Ark. (AP) — Jimmie Lou Fisher, who served as Arkansas’ state treasurer for more than two decades and was the Democratic nominee for governor in 2002, has died, an Arkansas funeral home said. She was 80. Fisher died Monday at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center... Read More.

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