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Police seeking five suspects in casino shooting

By Ray King A security officer at the Saracen Casino and Resort was shot Thursday night and police are seeking five male suspects in connection with the incident which happened just after 11 p.m. The casino’s Carlton Saffa told Deltaplex News what happened.Saffa said the security... Read More.

Mayors office announces official COVID-19 Remembrance Day

Thursday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyMayor Shirley Washington joined Jefferson Regional Hospital to rememorate the year anniversary of the pandemic on Thursday afternoon. Mayor Washington gave her remarks to those who played a vital role to care for the residents of Pine Bluff and commended the resilience... Read More.

Jefferson Regional Hospital hosted a COVID-19 Remembrance Day

Thursday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyJefferson Regional Hospital hosted a COVID-19 Remembrance Day Thursday to address the year anniversary of the pandemic and highlight those that were affected or lost their lives due to the virus. President and CEO of the Hospital Brian Thomas spoke about this... Read More.

Missing teen body found in Monticello, no foul play suspected

Thursday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyThe Drew County Sheriff's Office along with help across the Monticello community, found the body of high school student Jordan Robert Lee who was missing since Monday March 8th.Lee's body was found by a deputy Wednesday morning (March 10) near I-69 bypass... Read More.

Dorris talks about security concerns at White Hall

Thursday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Like other school districts in Arkansas, the White Hall School District is concerned about the security of students and faculty members and according to Superintendent Doug Dorris, when a report of a possible gun at a school in the Watson Chapel School... Read More.

SEARK College conducting food drive this afternoon for campus and the community

Thursday, March 11 by Deseray Mckinzy

Southeast Arkansas College President Steven Bloomberg on Thursday told Deltaplex News that the school is teaming up with other groups to conduct a food drive beginning Thursday afternoon beginning at 1 p.m. and continuing until all the food is distributed.Bloomberg said those interested in... Read More.

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Jefferson County Covid cases and the state Disaster Public Health emergency

Wednesday, March 10 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyJefferson County has approximately 8,644 coronavirus cases reported and 167 deaths since the pandemic began a year ago. Governor Hutchison announced earlier this month that Arkansas renewed the Disaster and Public Health Emergency to mitigate the spread and impact of COVID-19 until... Read More.

President of Southeast Arkansas College speaks about in-person instruction

Tuesday, March 9 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King As schools across the country are looking at students returning to in-person instruction, Dr. Stephen Bloomberg, the president of Southeast Arkansas College said Tuesday he thinks the use of zoom has become a big part of the framework for education.Bloomberg went on... Read More.

Springbreak in Deltaplex

Tuesday, March 9 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzySpring break in the Deltaplex is just a few weeks away. Here are the current schools and institutions that will be on break from March 22nd-26th:Pine Bluff School District Dollarway School District White Hall School District Watson Chapel School District SEARK... Read More.

Arkansas requires school districts state wide to give ACT Aspire Tests this Spring

Tuesday, March 9 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyArkansas is requiring school districts state wide to give the ACT Aspire tests to students grades 3rd-10th on a schedule between the dates April 5th until May 21st. The aspire test focuses on math, literacy, and science and are required to be... Read More.

Watson Chapel School District announces superintendent

Monday, March 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyWatson Chapel School District held a school board meeting Monday evening at the central office for the district. One of the key points on the agenda addressed the election of Officers which included the vote for the new superintendent. The board announced... Read More.

McGehee City names new police chief and airport commission

Monday, March 8 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzyThe McGehee City Council held its monthly meeting last Tuesday and announced the new Police Chief Scott Williams will officially be in office Monday morning. According to the city, the incoming Chief is responsible for continuing the community's high level of policing... Read More.