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Mayor Washington says accurate census count is important for Pine Bluff

Wednesday, May 13 by Greg

By Ray King With the 2020 census count delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington said Tuesday city officials will use the extra time to reach out to those who have not completed the form. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show, Washington... Read More.

Crenshaw Springs Water Park in White Hall to remain closed due to COVID-19 crisis

Tuesday, May 12 by Greg

Crenshaw Springs water park in White Hall will remain closed despite Governor Asa Hutchinson saying water parks can open on May 22. Mayor Noel Foster told DeltaplexNews.com that he doesn't feel it is safe to open at this time. "I just don't feel it is safe... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Urban Renewal a Step Closer to Restoring Downtown Buildings

Tuesday, May 12 by Greg

PINE BLUFF, Ark.— In February, the Pine Bluff Historic District Commission of the City of Pine Bluff, Arkansas approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency (“PBURA”) to begin the renovation and restoration of certain properties on the west side... Read More.

Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. provides and County Judge Robinson approves proposed plan in response to county furlough ordinance

Monday, May 11 by Greg

Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. has provided DeltaplexNews.com with a copy of his proposed plan in response to Jefferson County Ordinance No. 2020-31, passed by members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court last Tuesday evening. Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has approved the sheriffs plan. “I... Read More.

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Prosecutor says woman killed Arkansas lawmaker for money

Monday, May 11 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A woman charged with killing a former Arkansas lawmaker did it for money and to avoid arrest, a prosecutor alleged in a court filing. Robert Dittrich, the special prosecutor assigned to the case, filed a notice with Randolph County Circuit... Read More.

Free drive-thru COVID-19 screening and testing to take place Tuesday in Dumas

Monday, May 11 by Greg

Delta Memorial Hospital and Delta Health Services in Dumas will conduct a free COVID-19 drive-thru screening and testing event on Tuesday, May 12 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Dumas Community Center located at 18 Belmont Street in Dumas. Everyone is welcome to... Read More.

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Arkansas releases 300 inmates early as virus precaution

Monday, May 11 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas officials released 300 inmates early from the state’s overcrowded prisons as a precaution during the coronavirus crisis. Dexter Payne, head of Arkansas’ correction division, said Thursday during court testimony that there will be additional releases once inmates are screened... Read More.

Lewis Powell, 56, Pine Bluff

Monday, May 11 by Greg

Booking #: 102040 Age: 56 Gender: Male Race: African American Address: Pine Bluff, AR Booking Date: 05-10-2020 - 4:49 pm Charges: Domestic Battering III

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Miles Franklin, 27, Pine Bluff

Monday, May 11 by Greg

Booking #: 175738 Age: 27 Gender: Male Race: African American Booking Date: 05-10-2020 - 12:19 pm Charges: Residential burglary - commercial-BURGLARY / COMMERCIAL Battery in the 1st Degree-PURPOSE OF CAUSING INJURY, CAUSES INJURY WITH A FIREARM

Travis Petrey, 50, White Hall

Monday, May 11 by Greg

Booking #: 108761 Age: 50 Gender: Male Race: Caucasian Address: White Hall, AR Booking Date: 05-10-2020 - 1:19 am Charges: Careless/Prohibited Driving Unlawful acts - DWI-VIOLATION OF OMNIBUS DWI ACT No Proof of Insurance

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Jessie C Gray, 44, Pine Bluff

Monday, May 11 by Greg

Booking #: 107279 Age: 44 Gender: Male Race: African American Address: Pine Bluff, AR Booking Date: 05-08-2020 - 9:14 am Charges: Domestic Battery 3rd 2nd Offense

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announces April 2020 Deputy of the Month

Monday, May 11 by Greg

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce that Kaylon McDaniel is the Deputy of the Month for April 2020. Joining the Jefferson County force in October 2019, McDaniel enjoys helping others and continues to demonstrate it through his dedication to service in... Read More.

Author: Greg

Mayor Washington says accurate census count is important for Pine Bluff

Crenshaw Springs Water Park in White Hall to remain closed due to COVID-19 crisis

Pine Bluff Urban Renewal a Step Closer to Restoring Downtown Buildings

Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. provides and County Judge Robinson approves proposed plan in response to county furlough ordinance

Prosecutor says woman killed Arkansas lawmaker for money

Free drive-thru COVID-19 screening and testing to take place Tuesday in Dumas

Arkansas releases 300 inmates early as virus precaution

Lewis Powell, 56, Pine Bluff

Miles Franklin, 27, Pine Bluff

Travis Petrey, 50, White Hall

Jessie C Gray, 44, Pine Bluff

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announces April 2020 Deputy of the Month

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