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Pine Bluff Police Chief Discusses Crime Stats, Community Safety at Town Hall

Wednesday, July 23 by Luke Matheson

In the wake of two recent homicides and a noticeable uptick in violent crime, Pine Bluff Police Chief Shirley Warrior met with citizens and city leaders Tuesday night to provide updates on the city’s latest crime statistics and ongoing prevention efforts. Speaking at a town... Read More.

Ongoing Jefferson County Dispute Impacts Community and Law Enforcement Protocols

Tuesday, July 15 by Luke Matheson

The conflict between Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and members of the Quorum Court has been going on for must of this year and it is effecting everyone in the county in one way or the other. White Hall Police Chief Mickey Buffkin was asked... Read More.

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United Way Day Highlights: Fire Academy, Texas Flood Aid, and Community Support

Wednesday, July 9 by Luke Matheson

Wednesday is United Way Day on Oldies 1013 and this week Executive Director Jason Duren was joined by Larry Murray of the Fire and Emergency Services Department who talked about the recently completed Fire Academy. Before Murray was introduced, Morning Show host Greg Horne told... Read More.

Pine Bluff Council Committee recommends Approval of 5-Year Partnership with Boys and Girls Club for Community Programs

Monday, June 30 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King The Pine Bluff City Council Public Works Committee on Monday recommended that Mayor Vivian Flowers sign a contract with the Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson County to operate recreational and educational programs at the Pine Bluff Community Center for a five-year... Read More.

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Community Collaboration Enhances Safety Mass Casualty Drill

Wednesday, June 11 by Alex Bivens

On Tuesday, multiple law enforcement agencies, EASI, Jefferson Regional Hospital and the Arkansas Department of Health joined together to stage an active shooter drill with multiple casualties at Jack Robey Jr. High School. On Wednesday, Larry Kennedy from Jefferson Regional and Josh Bishop from EASI... Read More.

Sissys Log Cabin Honored with 2025 Diamonds Do Good Community Impact Award

Friday, June 6 by Greg

Sissy’s Log Cabin, the Mid-South’s largest family-owned and -operated retailer of natural diamonds, jewelry, estate pieces, and fine gifts, has been named the 2025 honoree of the global Diamonds Do Good Community Impact Award. This recognition highlights the Jones family, owners of Sissy’s Log... Read More.

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Arkansas Economic Development Highlights: Community Grants, Aerospace Growth, and National Recognition

Monday, June 2 by Luke Matheson

We’ve had the opportunity each month in 2025 to speak with officials from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission about a variety of topics related to the agency’s initiatives and the broader economic climate in the Natural State. This month, we were again joined by Clint... Read More.

Empowering Rural Arkansas: Insights from AEDCs Becca Caldwell on Community Development Initiatives

Monday, May 5 by Luke Matheson

We've had the opportunity each month in 2025 to speak with officials from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission about a variety of topics related to the agency’s initiatives and the broader economic climate in the Natural State. This month we spoke with Becca Caldwell, director... Read More.

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Lloyd Franklin Sr. Honored for His Impact on Public Safety and Community Trust in Arkansas

Monday, April 28 by Luke Matheson

Be the Change has honored retired Arkansas State Trooper and Pine Bluff Police Chief Lloyd Franklin Sr. with their Distinguished Service Award is in honor of his significant contributions to public safety and community trust in Arkansas. With a background in business administration and advanced... Read More.

Join the Conversation to Improve South Arkansas Community Health

Wednesday, April 9 by Greg

Every three years, residents of South Arkansas are encouraged to join the conversation about how to strengthen community health. Currently, Jefferson Regional is working on a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). This year’s CHNA survey results will help us develop a three-year plan that: •... Read More.

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Salvation Army Revitalizes Community Support in Pine Bluff

Friday, April 4 by Alex Bivens

While not offering the overnight service they formerly did, the Salvation Army is back in Pine Bluff and offering several services for the community. Hendrika Monroe and Matthew Carter were guests on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show and Monroe was asked about those services. She said... Read More.

Join the Jefferson Regional Urology Associates for a March Madness Wellness Event at White Hall Community Center

Friday, March 14 by Alex Bivens

Jefferson Regional Hospital’s Urology Associates will be participating in what’s being called a “March Madness Wellness Event” at the White Hall Community Center Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Two of Jefferson Regional’s Urologists, Drs. Nick Scherzer and Nathan Green were guests on the Oldies... Read More.

Stories tagged with: community

Pine Bluff Police Chief Discusses Crime Stats, Community Safety at Town Hall

Ongoing Jefferson County Dispute Impacts Community and Law Enforcement Protocols

United Way Day Highlights: Fire Academy, Texas Flood Aid, and Community Support

Pine Bluff Council Committee recommends Approval of 5-Year Partnership with Boys and Girls Club for Community Programs

Community Collaboration Enhances Safety Mass Casualty Drill

Sissys Log Cabin Honored with 2025 Diamonds Do Good Community Impact Award

Arkansas Economic Development Highlights: Community Grants, Aerospace Growth, and National Recognition

Empowering Rural Arkansas: Insights from AEDCs Becca Caldwell on Community Development Initiatives

Lloyd Franklin Sr. Honored for His Impact on Public Safety and Community Trust in Arkansas

Join the Conversation to Improve South Arkansas Community Health

Salvation Army Revitalizes Community Support in Pine Bluff

Join the Jefferson Regional Urology Associates for a March Madness Wellness Event at White Hall Community Center

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