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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.

Arkansas Fire Fatalities on the Rise in 2025: Officials Urge Smoke Detector Use

Monday, June 30 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Fire Marshal’s Office has reported a troubling increase in fire-related deaths across the state in 2025. As of late June, 34 Arkansans have lost their lives to fires, already exceeding the 27 fatalities recorded in all of 2024—and the year is... Read More.

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One Dead in Early Morning House Fire on S. Cypress Street in Pine Bluff

Monday, June 9 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: Jefferson County Coroner has identified the victim as 69-year-old Sandra Townsend of Pine Bluff. ORIGINAL STORY: A tragic early morning house fire claimed the life of a woman in Pine Bluff on Monday. Fire crews were dispatched at 3:04 a.m. to a residential structure fire... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council Approves Sole Source Vendor for Fire Training Facility and Purchases Building for Homeless Support

Wednesday, June 4 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A resolution declaring that a Texas company qualifies as a “sole source” vendor and therefore competitive bidding is not required was approved without dissent by the Pine Bluff City Council Monday. The Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Department is in need of... Read More.

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City releases statement on retirement of former Fire Chief Shauwn Howell

Thursday, March 27 by Greg

The City of Pine Bluff would like to formally announce the retirement of Fire Chief Shauwn Howell, effective April 2, 2025. Chief Howell’s decision to retire marks the culmination of an exceptional 26-year career in service to the citizens of Pine Bluff and the... Read More.

Controversial Firing of Pine Bluff Police and Fire Chief’s Sparks Debate Over Transparency and Leadership

Thursday, March 27 by Alex Bivens

When she was running for Mayor of Pine Bluff, Vivian Flowers said she would make decisions about department heads based on available data. However, when she fired Police Chief Denise Richardson Monday, she said that firing was not for cause. In an appearance on the Oldies... Read More.

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Controversy Erupts as Pine Bluff Mayor Fires Police and Fire Chiefs

Tuesday, March 25 by Alex Bivens

On Monday, Pine Bluff Mayor Vivian Flowers fired Police Chief Denise Richardson and Fire Chief Shauwn Howell, and the blowback was immediate on social media. In addition, Third Ward City Council Member Lanette Frazier was quick to voice her feelings. Frazier admitted that Flowers had... Read More.

Council member confirms Fire Chief Shauwn Howell fired by Mayor

Tuesday, March 25 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services Chief Shauwn Howell was also fired by Mayor Vivian Flowers Monday, according to City Council Member Lanette Frazier. No reason was given for the firing of Howell, who had been with the department for more than 35 years. On Monday,... Read More.

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Police and Fire Chief at McGehee announce resignations

Monday, March 24 by Ray King

At its most recent meeting, the McGehee City Council heard news that both the police and fire chiefs planned to leave their jobs. According to the McGehee-Dermott Times News, Fire Chief Ricky Terry and Police Chief Scott Williams submitted their official resignations to Mayor Jef... Read More.

Judge Robinson talks to Deltaplex Radio during fire outbreak

Wednesday, March 19 by Rick Walker

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Southeast Arkansas College addresses dangerous fire outbreak off of Hwy 104

Wednesday, March 19 by Alex Bivens

SEARK College President Dr. Jackson has sent an email to students and staff explaining that they will be monitoring the situation. Students and staff are encouraged to contact friends and family. This is a developing story and will be updated as soon as more information... Read More.

Fire at Piney Woods Apartments causes major damage to 4 apartments, minor damage to 4 others

Wednesday, March 12 by Ray King

Four units at an apartment complex were heavily damaged and four others received minor smoke and water damage after a fire at Piney Wood Apartments at 2105 Woodgate Drive on Tuesday. According to a press release, firefighters responded to the fire at 6:39 p.m. and... Read More.

Stories tagged with: fire

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

Arkansas Fire Fatalities on the Rise in 2025: Officials Urge Smoke Detector Use

One Dead in Early Morning House Fire on S. Cypress Street in Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff City Council Approves Sole Source Vendor for Fire Training Facility and Purchases Building for Homeless Support

City releases statement on retirement of former Fire Chief Shauwn Howell

Controversial Firing of Pine Bluff Police and Fire Chief’s Sparks Debate Over Transparency and Leadership

Controversy Erupts as Pine Bluff Mayor Fires Police and Fire Chiefs

Council member confirms Fire Chief Shauwn Howell fired by Mayor

Police and Fire Chief at McGehee announce resignations

Judge Robinson talks to Deltaplex Radio during fire outbreak

Southeast Arkansas College addresses dangerous fire outbreak off of Hwy 104

Fire at Piney Woods Apartments causes major damage to 4 apartments, minor damage to 4 others

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