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Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services offer cold weather safety tips

Thursday, January 22 by Ray King

As the cold weather approaches, Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services wants to remind residents to stay safe and be prepared. Here are a few important safety tips to follow: Protect Your Home and Plumbing - Never use blow torches or high-intensity heat sources to thaw... Read More.

UAMS South Central Center on Aging Partners with United Way to Support Local Seniors

Thursday, January 22 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013, and this week Executive Director Jason Duren was joined by Charlotte Clausen, the Assistant Education Director of the UAMS South Central Center on Aging. Clausen said her agency became affiliated with the United Way last... Read More.

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Pardoned Nursing Home Operator Released from Arkansas Prison

Wednesday, January 21 by Luke Matheson

A nursing home operator pardoned by President Donald Trump has been released from an Arkansas prison after being granted parole by the Arkansas Post Prison Transfer Board. Joseph Schwartz was released Tuesday morning after the board approved his parole on state charges of Medicaid fraud... Read More.

Arkansas State Police Urge Drivers to Prepare for Hazardous Winter Weather

Wednesday, January 21 by Luke Matheson

As winter weather is forecast to impact Arkansas on Friday and into the weekend, the Arkansas State Police (ASP) are urging motorists to avoid travel when possible and use extreme caution if they must be on the roads. With bitter cold, freezing rain, and snow... Read More.

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Saracen Casino Achieves Record Revenue Ahead of Hotel and Entertainment Center Opening

Wednesday, January 21 by Luke Matheson

The Saracen Casino Resort Hotel and Entertainment Center is scheduled to open soon, and on Wednesday, Saracen Casino Resort Chief Market Officer Carlton Saffa spoke with the Pine Bluff Small Business Association to provide an update on construction progress. During the meeting, Saffa said the... Read More.

Appeals Court upholds Stallings conviction and sentence

Wednesday, January 21 by Ray King

By Ray King A Bradley County man serving a 40-year prison sentence for drug and weapons charges failed to convince the Arkansas Court of Appeals that there was not enough evidence to convict him. Frederick Jabbar Stallings, 55, was convicted of multiple felony charges following a... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Man Accused of Threatening Ex and Breaking Window Held on Bond

Wednesday, January 21 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Tuesday for a Pine Bluff man accused of threatening a former girlfriend and breaking a window at her apartment. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Darius Shepherd,... Read More.

Pine Bluff Council Seeks Delay on Senior Housing Project Over Sewer Concerns

Wednesday, January 21 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King The Pine Bluff City Council on Tuesday is asking state and federal agencies to hold up approving or releasing money to build a senior citizens housing project on West 73rd Avenue. According to a resolution approved without dissent, Pine Bluff Wastewater Utility has... Read More.

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Greg Moody Announces Candidacy for Jefferson County Justice of the Peace, District 10

Tuesday, January 20 by Luke Matheson

Greg Moody has announced his candidacy for Jefferson County Justice of the Peace for District 10, setting up a challenge to incumbent Dr. Conley Byrd, who currently holds the seat. Moody, a longtime public servant, said his decision to run is rooted in a desire... Read More.

Jefferson Regional, INNOVACORE Announce Partnership to Expand Cancer Research and Care in Southeast Arkansas

Tuesday, January 20 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson Regional Jones-Dunklin Cancer Center and the INNOVACORE™ Center for Research & Biotechnology have announced a new strategic partnership aimed at strengthening cancer research and improving patient care across Southeast Arkansas. The collaboration is focused on expanding access to clinical research and advancing cancer care... Read More.

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Dennis Kendall Promoted to Major of Operations at Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

Tuesday, January 20 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. announced Tuesday the promotion of Lt. Dennis Kendall to the rank of Major of Operations at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, effective immediately. Sheriff Woods said the promotion reflects the department’s ongoing commitment to professional development and recognizing excellence... Read More.

Burn Ban Issued for Dallas County Amid Increased Wildfire Risk

Tuesday, January 20 by Luke Matheson

A countywide burn ban is now in effect in Dallas County due to dry conditions and an elevated risk of wildfires, according to local officials. Under the burn ban, all outdoor burning is strictly prohibited. This includes the burning of brush piles, yard debris, campfires,... Read More.

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