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Jerry C. Tooke, 74 of White Hall

Wednesday, July 11 by Greg

Jerry C. Tooke, 74, of White Hall, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2018, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center.Born February 7, 1944, at Pine Bluff, he was a son of Mr. Edward Garner and Geraldine Faver Tooke. He was a graduate of Dollarway High School.Mr.... Read More.

“OBEY THE SIGN OR PAY THE FINE”

Tuesday, July 10 by Greg

Arkansas law enforcement officers will launch a concentrated week-long speed enforcement plan next week. The operation will be promoted across the state using the message headline, “Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine”. The intensified enforcement effort will begin Monday, July 16th and continue... Read More.

Tempers flare at Quorum Court

Monday, July 9 by Greg

A special called meeting of the Jefferson County Quorum Court on Tuesday was only supposed to provide a discussion of an energy saving program for the county but before it was over, tempers were flaring and justices of the peace were yelling at each... Read More.

Byrd Lake Natural Area Appreciation Day Planned

Friday, July 6 by Greg

Byrd Lake Natural Area Appreciation Day PlannedFast Facts:* Tourists in Arkansas generated $745 million in expenditures in 2017* Byrd Lake Natural Area and hiking trail in Pine Bluff sits on second most ecologically diverse waterway in North America* Volunteers are needed to help keep... Read More.

Quorum Court Committees Recommend Appropriations for the Sheriff’s Office

Friday, July 6 by Greg

Two committees of the Jefferson County Quorum Court on Tuesday recommended that several appropriations for the sheriff’s office be approved , including one that would continue to pay for interior work at the new sheriff’s facility next to the adult jail.Both the Public Safety/Emergency... Read More.

Access Deltaplex Weather Radar

Thursday, July 5 by Greg

Bluff City Radio and DeltaplexNews weather radar is available to you around the clock at deltaplexnews.com/weather-radar

Deadline tonight for Arkansas Works enrollees; 8,000+ lack coverage requirement

Thursday, July 5 by Greg

Thousands of Arkansas Works enrollees will be out of compliance with the program's work requirement unless they log into a state website by 9 p.m. today to report on their activities or exemption status for last month.Of 11,000 enrollees who had to report whether... Read More.

Fireworks and The Hog at 9pm on 4th at Regional Park

Tuesday, July 3 by Greg

Kerry Battle, from the Pine Bluff Festival Association, is encouraging everyone to come out on July 4 to enjoy the biggest fireworks show in Southeast Arkansas.Starting at 8 p.m., crowds gathered at the amphitheater located at Pine Bluff Regional Park will be able to... Read More.

Zoo Tickets Contest

Tuesday, July 3 by Greg

Christy Rose won today's contest for 4 Little Rock Zoo tickets. We will be giving away another 4 tickets Thursday afternoon live on the air on 101.3 The Beat. Enter to win by going to facebook.com/deltaplexnews and liking the pinned post to win... Read More.

Holeman Wins with Pine Bluff Fish

Monday, July 2 by Greg

“Pins and needles.” That’s how 55-year old Billy Holeman, Jr. described his weekend after catching the winning fish of the Simmons Bank Big Bass Bonanza on the very first day of competition. Just after noon on Friday, Holeman, Jr. pitched a Texas-rigged worm towards... Read More.

Sheriff’s office Tips To Keep Elderly Cool This Summer

Friday, June 29 by Greg

12 Summer Safety Tips for the Elderly The summertime is a time of fun and relaxation for most people, but for seniors the heat and sun can be dangerous if the proper precautions aren't taken. Here are some great tips that the elderly, as well... Read More.

FUGITIVE TASK FORCE, JEFF CO. SHERIFF’S OFFICE APPREHEND SUSPECT IN DOUBLE HOMICIDE

Thursday, June 28 by Greg

A man sought by Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Investigators in the murder of two Little Rock men on June 23, 2018 along Highway 15 North in Tucker, AR has been taken into custody in Pine Bluff.U.S. Marshals-led Fugitive Task Force along with Jefferson County... Read More.