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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.

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.

Two arrested following high speed pursuit in Lincoln County

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

An 18-year-old Pine Bluff man and his passenger were arrested Friday following a high speed chase that ended in Lincoln County, according to a report from the Arkansas State Police.According to the report Trooper Nathan Jynes was stationary on the eastbound shoulder US Highway... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating fatal crash on Olive Street

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on February 5, 2025, at approximately 2:44 P.M. Officers were dispatched to the area of West 33rd Avenue and South Olive Street in response to reports of a multi-vehicle crash.Upon arrival, officers... Read More.

Arkansas State Police investigating shooting that left Dumas teenager dead

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

The Dumas Police Department (DPD) has asked the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) to investigate a homicide that occurred in their city late Tuesday, February 4, 2025. At approximately 10:15 p.m., a body was discovered behind the Pendleton Apartments near Short Street... Read More.

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$80,000 Awarded in NIL Partnership with UAPB Athletics and 1890 ASAP program

Wednesday, February 5 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department recently partnered with James Bunch, president of PickinGreens Productions, and the 1890 Agriculture and Student Athletes (ASAP) Project to receive an $80,000 award in name, image and likeness (NIL) contracts. The 1890 ASAP program is twofold:... Read More.

Grant county man sentenced to 15 years on battery charge as habitual offender

Monday, February 3 by Luke Matheson

On January 31, 2025, a Grant County jury convicted 30-year-old Kevin White of Battery in the Second Degree, a Class D felony. Officers and detectives with the Sheridan Police Department investigated the attack at the Sheridan Detention Center and submitted the file for prosecution.The... Read More.

Jail supervisor exposed to suspected fentanyl

Friday, January 31 by Luke Matheson

On January 31, 2025, Lieutenant Keaira Hawkins, a supervisor at the Dub Brassell Adult Detention Center (DBDC) was processing detainees mail which had been delivered the center.Shortly after doing so she became unconscious but was soon revived by jail staff.Due to the reaction Lieutenant... Read More.

Bryan Hodgson signs extension with Arkansas State

Friday, January 31 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics Jeff Purinton announced that head men’s basketball coach Bryan Hodgson has signed a new contract extending his tenure through March 31, 2031. Purinton praised Hodgson for the rapid advancement and growing excitement around the program, highlighting the... Read More.