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Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. offers condolences following death of Special Deputy Ronnie Reynolds

Sunday, May 31 by Greg

It is with heavy hearts that I share the news of the passing away of Mr. Ronnie Reynolds, 57, who passed away Saturday. Reynolds was a long-time member of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. He held the distinction of Special Deputy, a long-standing tradition of... Read More.

FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug

Friday, May 29 by Greg

WASHINGTON — U.S. health regulators are telling five drugmakers to recall their versions of a widely used diabetes medication after laboratory tests found elevated levels of a contaminant linked to cancer. The Food and Drug Administration said late Thursday that several batches of the drug... Read More.

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Drive through COVID-19 testing to take place Saturday at the Pine Bluff Convention Center

Thursday, May 28 by Greg

PINE BLUFF, AR - Jefferson Comprehensive Care System Inc (JCCSI) will be offering free COVID-19 testing on Saturday, May 30 at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. The testing site will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and participants will remain in their... Read More.

Group stops collecting signatures for marijuana legalization

Thursday, May 28 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A group seeking a constitutional amendment to legalize recreational marijuana in Arkansas has stopped collecting signatures due to the coronavirus pandemic but will refocus its efforts for 2022, a spokeswoman said. Arkansas True Grass wanted an amendment to legalize marijuana... Read More.

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Suspect located and arrested following Thursday morning shooting in Altheimer

Thursday, May 28 by Greg

UPDATE: McGown has been located and placed under arrest by Jefferson County Deputies. ORIGINAL STORY: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the assistance of the public in locating Corey McGown, AKA “Buck” following a shooting in Altheimer early Thursday morning near the intersection of... Read More.

Sixth Cummins prison inmate dies from Coronavirus

Thursday, May 28 by Greg

The sixth inmate from Cummins Prison has died from the Coronavirus according to Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley. Kelley told DeltaplexNews.com that a white male in his 70’s passed away Wednesday at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock. The particulars of the inmates are as follows: African... Read More.

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Arkansas State Capitol to Reopen to the Public June 1

Wednesday, May 27 by Greg

(LITTLE ROCK, ARK.) – Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston announced Wednesday that the Arkansas State Capitol would reopen to the public on Monday, June 1st. Hours and services will be limited. Until further notice, the building will be open to the public from 9:00... Read More.

New data from CDC estimates COVID-19 mortality rate is 0.4%, significantly lower than previously reported

Wednesday, May 27 by Greg

New data from the Centers for Disease Control is raising questions about just how deadly the coronavirus is. The virus has had a catastrophic impact on the U.S. killing nearly 100,000 Americans. However, a new estimate from the CDC indicates a smaller percentage of people... Read More.

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New voting machines arrive in Jefferson County

Wednesday, May 27 by Greg

The new voting machines arrived at the Jefferson County Election Commission office on Main Street Wednesday morning. The machines will replace outdated machines used by the county for several years. The new ballot marker machines, poll tablets and printers are being paid for by the... Read More.

Jefferson County records 23rd Coronavirus death

Wednesday, May 27 by Greg

Jefferson County now has its 23rd Coronavirus death. Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley confirmed the death to DeltaplexNews.com, noting that the victim was a White female in her 90’s that passed away at the Waters of White Hall nursing home Wednesday. Jefferson county recorded 22 Coronavirus... Read More.

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Food Assistance Approved for Families of Students in Free Lunch Program

Tuesday, May 26 by Greg

(LITTLE ROCK, Ark.) --- The State of Arkansas received federal approval today to provide food assistance to families of students who are eligible for the free or reduced lunch program when schools are in session, the Departments of Education (ADE) and Human Services (DHS) announced... Read More.

Judge eases Arkansas petition signature rule due to pandemic

Tuesday, May 26 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the state from enforcing a requirement that signatures on initiative petitions be witnessed in person because of the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. District Judge P.K. Holmes on Monday issued a preliminary injunction preventing the state... Read More.

Author: Greg

Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. offers condolences following death of Special Deputy Ronnie Reynolds

FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug

Drive through COVID-19 testing to take place Saturday at the Pine Bluff Convention Center

Suspect located and arrested following Thursday morning shooting in Altheimer

Sixth Cummins prison inmate dies from Coronavirus

Arkansas State Capitol to Reopen to the Public June 1

New data from CDC estimates COVID-19 mortality rate is 0.4%, significantly lower than previously reported

New voting machines arrive in Jefferson County

Jefferson County records 23rd Coronavirus death

Food Assistance Approved for Families of Students in Free Lunch Program

Judge eases Arkansas petition signature rule due to pandemic

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