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White Hall school bus involved in an accident

Thursday, February 20 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: After contacting the White Hall School District Deltaplex News is to that Te bus was somewhere where it was not supposed to be, and the accident was at a low speed as the bus driver was attempting to turn around.Despite initial reports to... Read More.

Deltaplex Area Weather Delays & Closures

Wednesday, February 19 by Luke Matheson

Here is a listing of some of the closings and delayed starts around the Deltaplex over the next few days. If your business, school, government office, etc. has any kind of delay or closure email [email protected] to be added to the list.Friday:Sheridan Schools will... Read More.

Arkansas State Police investigating inmate death at Cummins Prison

Wednesday, February 19 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating the death of Cummins Unit inmate Dionte Gurley, 31, at the request of the Arkansas Division of Correction (ADC).ADC staff responded to reports of a disturbance at around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February... Read More.

19-year-old McGehee man arrested for murder by US Marshalls

Wednesday, February 19 by Luke Matheson

A fugitive wanted for the December 14, 2024 murder of 20-year-old Kevin Morgan has been arrested.According to a press release by the Desha County Sheriff’s Office 19-year-old Johntavious Owens of McGehee was arrested by U.S. Marshalls in Oklahoma City. He will be extradited back... Read More.

White Hall Mayor Noel Foster discusses road conditions

Wednesday, February 19 by Luke Matheson

Many city and county offices have closed due to the winter weather being experienced in the Deltaplex area, but Mayor Noel Foster and the City of White Hall have opened their offices despite the weather.Foster spoke with Deltaplex News Wednesday morning to discuss road... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council votes in smoke shop and code enforcement ordinances

Tuesday, February 18 by Luke Matheson

A new ordinance that will prevent smoke and vape shops from doing business in certain locations in Pine Bluff passed unanimously at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting.The ordinance sponsored by Councilmember William Fells was co-sponsored by Councilmembers Lanette Frazier, Yvonne Denton, and LaTisha Brunson.Fells... Read More.

City of Pine Bluff to open warming center

Monday, February 17 by Luke Matheson

In response to the dangerously cold temperatures and with a steadfast commitment to community health and safety, the City of Pine Bluff is announcing the opening of a warming center. This initiative underscores the City's dedication to protecting vulnerable populations during extreme weather conditions.In... Read More.

ASP confiscated over 15,000 lbs of illegal marijuana and $3.3 million in cash in 2024

Monday, February 17 by Luke Matheson

Once again, Arkansas State Police (ASP) saw a significant increase in illegal drug seizures during traffic stops compared to the previous year, due in large part to ASP’s Interstate Criminal Patrol (ICP), which specializes in drug interdiction. Illegal marijuana seizures increased by approximately 50%, with... Read More.

Grant county man sentenced to prison for 2 counts of manslaughter

Monday, February 17 by Luke Matheson

Teresa Howell, Prosecuting Attorney for the Seventh Judicial District, announced on February 13, 2025, a Grant County jury convicted 34-year-old Blake Allen Wimberly of two (2) counts of Manslaughter, each a Class C felony punishable up to a maximum of 10 years in the... Read More.

1 killed, 1 injured in Jefferson County head on collision

Sunday, February 16 by Luke Matheson

One person was killed and another person was injured in a two-vehicle crash Friday night in rural Jefferson County according to a preliminary report from the Arkansas State Police.According to the report a Nissan was driving south in the northbound lane of US Highway... Read More.

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20-year-old “Clean Team” participant arrested for bringing contraband into jail

Sunday, February 16 by Luke Matheson

On February 16, 2025, at approximately 7:30 am a supervisor from the Dub Brassell Adult Detention Center (DBDC) found contraband in the form of tobacco and suspected marijuana on an individual who had entered the facility as part of the detention centers "Clean team"... Read More.

Former Pine Bluff/White Hall head coach Bobby Bolding named head coach at Parkview

Thursday, February 13 by Luke Matheson

Following the departure of Brad Bolding as head football coach the Parkview Patriots have named Bobby Bolding as their next head football coach.The announcement was made official Thursday evening in a press release from Athletic Director Timothy Turner.“We are thrilled to announce Coach... Read More.