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Dr. Keith McGee a finalist for Superintendent for the Jonesboro School District

Wednesday, February 12 by Luke Matheson

The Jonesboro School District has two finalists for their open Superintendent job, and Watson Chapel Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee is one of them according to a press release from the Jonesboro School District.McGee joins Jonesboro Assistant Superintendent Misty Doyle as a finalist.Doyle is the... Read More.

Paychecks issued to Jefferson County employees after Governor signs SB 182 into law

Tuesday, February 11 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County employees have started picking up paychecks after going two pay periods without money due to the ongoing budget impasse by the Jefferson County Quorum Court.The paychecks come after Senate Bill 182 was signed into law by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on... Read More.

Arkansas State Police warns against teen sextortion in Arkansas

Tuesday, February 11 by Luke Matheson

In 2024, Arkansas State Police’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigated 169 instances of sextortion. That number has soared in recent years, and is up from only 16 cases investigated in 2020. Because today is Safer Internet Day 2025, ASP is taking the... Read More.

Administrative Assistant refuses to sign payroll in Jefferson County Judge’s absence

Monday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has provided the following statement regarding payroll not being signed:"We have no problem signing payroll," said Robinson. "She simply asked for the signed bill as when we get it. Payroll will be signed immediately once obtained."ORIGINAL STORY:Despite Senate... Read More.

Sheridan man wins $200k on $10 lottery ticket

Monday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

A Sheridan man recently won $200,000 after purchasing a $10 Bonus Buck$ instant lottery ticket, according to Lottery officials.He bought four tickets at the Winner’s Circle on West Center Street in Sheridan and hit the top prize on the fourth one.Shocked by the win,... Read More.

Senate Bill 182 signed into law by Sarah Huckabee Sanders

Monday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed Senate Bill 182 into law.The law now mandates that counties adopt the previous year's budget if they have not passed a new one by January 1. The Bill successfully passed through both legislative chambers within the past... Read More.

One injured following construction accident at Watson Chapel High School

Monday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

A construction accident at Watson Chapel High School has led to an emergency response.Multiple law enforcement and emergency services responded to the scene, transporting one patient, according to Deltaplex News sources.The Watson Chapel School District provided the following statement about the accident:This morning, Watson... Read More.

Arrest made after Pine Bluff Library broken into

Sunday, February 9 by Luke Matheson

A suspect has been arrested after the Pine Bluff/Jefferson County Library was broken into over the weekend.A Facebook post from the Library said the following:Dear Patrons,We regret to inform you that the library will be closed until further notice due to a burglary that... Read More.

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FAA provides preliminary report following Lincoln County plane crash

Friday, February 7 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: The FAA has provided a preliminary report to Deltaplex News following a plane crash that took place in Lincoln County Wednesday night.According to the report the plane has been identified as a Beechcraft Baron 58P with a registration number N138TL. The crash happened... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating Thursday evening shooting

Thursday, February 6 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that happened near Taft Street Thursday night.Details are limited, but Deltaplex News has learned from law enforcement sources that the victim has suffered non-life threatening injuries and has been transported to Jefferson Regional for... Read More.

Amber Alert issued for Wisconsin girl believed to be with Arkansas man

Thursday, February 6 by Luke Matheson

Missing Sophia Martha Franklin Age: 16 Missing from: Beaver Dam, Wisconsin Description: White Female / 5' 9" / 186 pounds Hair: Brown Eyes: Blue Additional information: Sophia is 3 months pregnant Suspect Gary F. Day Age: 40 Description: White Male / 5' 7" / 165 pounds Hair: Blond Eyes: GreenSophia was last seen at her Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, home at 9 p.m. on February 2,... Read More.

Grider Field Airport Manager Doug Hale discusses Thursday night plane crash

Thursday, February 6 by Luke Matheson

An investigation is underway following a plane crash near 8126 Alexander Road in Lincoln County Wednesday evening. Deltaplex News was on scene as the pilot was safely removed from the downed plane and transported to Jefferson Regional for treatment.According to a press release... Read More.