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1 killed, 1 injured in crash near Jefferson/Cleveland County line

Wednesday, January 15 by Luke Matheson

A Rison woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident on Highway 79 South Wednesday morning according to a report from the Arkansas State Police.According to the report 50-year-old Sandra Coleman of Rison was driving a 2011 Ford F350 South on US Highway 79 near... Read More.

Jefferson County Tax Collector dissatisfied with the lack of a budget

Wednesday, January 15 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County employees will continue to go without pay due to the Jefferson County Quorum Court and County Judge Gerald Robinson failing to come to an agreement on a county budget Wednesday night.Several elected officials have been vocal about the lack of pay, to... Read More.

County Department Heads discuss lack of pay for county employees due to no budget

Wednesday, January 15 by Luke Matheson

With the ongoing debate between Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and several members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court payroll for county employees was not paid out on January 15 as regularly scheduled due to no budget being passed.The Quorum Court passed a budget... Read More.

Entergy Arkansas completes power restoration from Winter Storm Cora

Tuesday, January 14 by Luke Matheson

Entergy Arkansas has successfully completed restoring power to all customers whose homes and businesses could safely receive power following last week’s Winter Storm Cora.The first major storm of the year hit Arkansas on Thursday, bringing arctic cold, heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain that... Read More.

Mayor Vivian Flowers Invites Residents to Serve on Transition Committees

Monday, January 13 by Luke Matheson

In its first meeting on Saturday, Jan. 11, Mayor Vivian Flowers’ Transition Advisory Board convened to outline their roles in shaping the administration’s priorities for Pine Bluff’s future. The Board, representing diverse expertise and community engagement, invites Pine Bluff residents to actively participate in... Read More.

Arkansas State baseball signs 4, including White Hall’s Ursery

Monday, January 13 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced the additions of Cole Huebner, Ckyler Tengler, Myles Mayse, and Ryan Ursery to the 2026 roster on Thursday. Ursery, a left-handed pitcher, joins the Red Wolves after posting a 3.89 ERA and an 11-4 record during lone... Read More.

ASP investigating Eudora homicide

Monday, January 13 by Luke Matheson

EUDORA, Ark. — The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of the Arkansas State Police (ASP) is investigating the death of Jamarion Plummer, 25, of Eudora at the request of the Eudora Police Department (EPD).The incident occurred on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at approximately 8:15 p.m.,... Read More.

ASP investigating officer involved shooting in Maumelle

Monday, January 13 by Luke Matheson

MAUMELLE, Ark. — The Maumelle Police Department (MPD) has requested the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) to investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Crystal Hill Road on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at around 2 p.m.MPD was assisting Metropolitan Emergency Medical... Read More.

Some Deltaplex area government offices and schools reopening on Monday

Sunday, January 12 by Luke Matheson

Numerous Deltaplex area government offices and schools will reopen on Monday following winter weather that forced the closure of many schools and offices on Thursday and Friday. A list is provided below:Pine Bluff City Offices - OpenWhite Hall City Offices - OpenJefferson County Offices... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson discusses county roads during the winter storm

Friday, January 10 by Luke Matheson

With the winter storm that hit Jefferson County over the past 24 hours the Jefferson County Road Department has been working to clear as many county roads as possible.County Judge Gerald Robinson spoke with Deltaplex News Friday morning to discuss the efforts being made.Robinson... Read More.

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White Hall Mayor Noel Foster discusses plans for roads

Friday, January 10 by Luke Matheson

The winter weather that hit Thursday evening into the early morning hours on Friday has forced school closures and local municipalities to work on area roads.White Hall Mayor Noel Foster spoke with Deltaplex News to discuss what his workers are doing to clear roads.Foster... Read More.

Common Ground Ministries opens warming shelter

Wednesday, January 8 by Luke Matheson

Common Ground Ministries located just outside of Pine Bluff has opened a warming shelter for anyone that needs shelter during the expected winter storm.Paul Benarbachian, Director of Common Ground Ministries, tells Deltaplex News that the shelter is open and welcome to anyone in need... Read More.