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Stacy DeFoor Appointed Assistant Superintendent of Sheridan School District

Monday, April 14 by Luke Matheson

The Sheridan School District Board of Education voted on Monday to hire Stacy DeFoor as assistant superintendent of support services. DeFoor is currently serving as an assistant superintendent with the Benton School District, where he has been since 2022. He will begin in his... Read More.

Go Forward Pine Bluff Partners with Local Artist for Downtown Revitalization Murals

Monday, April 14 by Luke Matheson

Go Forward Pine Bluff (GFPB) is proud to announce that the collaborative between GFPB and the Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency has developed a new partnership with celebrated local artist Greg Newsome to bring vibrant, original art to the heart of downtown.As part of... Read More.

One person killed in Saturday night accident in Pine Bluff

Sunday, April 13 by Luke Matheson

One person was killed in a two-vehicle accident late Saturday night in Pine Bluff according to multiple sources.The two-vehicle accident took place in the area of 46th and Hazel, leading to the death of an individual. The accident involved a truck and a passenger... Read More.

Arkansas Farm Bureau Launches Arkansas Farm Trail to Connect Farmers and Consumers

Friday, April 11 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas Farm Bureau has announced a new program that launched last month to provide Arkansas farmers an opportunity to share their stories, connect with consumers and increase visibility of their direct-to-consumer products.Deltaplex News had a chance to speak this week with John McMinn, director... Read More.

Jefferson County OEM to host Skywarn Storm Spotter class

Thursday, April 10 by Luke Matheson

Dennis Cavanaugh, Warning Coordination Meteorologist from the National Weather Service(NWS) in Little Rock, will be teaching a Skywarn® Storm Spotter class on April 29, 2025.The class will be held at the White Hall Fire Department, 5 Hospitality Dr, White Hall, AR 71602 from 6:00... Read More.

Woman arrested after leaving the scene of a pedestrian fatality accident

Wednesday, April 9 by Luke Matheson

On Monday, March 31, 2025, the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office contacted Arkansas State Police (ASP) regarding a pedestrian fatality that was reported at about 8:45 p.m. near the intersection of Arch Street and Bailey Road in South Pulaski County. On April 9, 2025, ASP Criminal... Read More.

Bobby Swofford discusses HB1633’s changes to Arkansas transfer rules

Wednesday, April 9 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed HB1633 into law. Transfer rules for student-athletes has now changed effective immediately with the signage of the law.ORIGINAL STORY: The Arkansas Legislature has sent House Bill 1633 to the desk of Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders that will... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office warns citizens of scam calls and emails

Tuesday, April 8 by Luke Matheson

Another round of scam calls and scam emails are circulating around Jefferson County and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office would like make citizens aware of the scams.Major John Bean spoke with Deltaplex News about the scams.Bean said the Sheriff’s Office will never call citizens... Read More.

Loose barge impacts David D. Terry Lock and Dam near Little Rock

Tuesday, April 8 by Luke Matheson

The Little Rock District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recently identified a loose barge lodged against the David D. Terry Lock and Dam near Little Rock, Arkansas. This discovery was made during a routine inspection.Despite the barge's impact, the dam is functioning... Read More.

Eight JP’s meet to override Jefferson County Judge’s veto of Policy & Procedures Ordinance

Monday, April 7 by Luke Matheson

Eight members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court met Monday to override a veto of a policies and procedures ordinance passed by the same eight JP’s last month by County Judge Gerald Robinson.The eight JP’s in attendance were Reginald Adams, Melanie Johnson Dumas, Margarette... Read More.

US Army Corps of Engineers shut down Central Arkansas parks due to rising water

Saturday, April 5 by Luke Matheson

The US Army Corps of Engineers have closed down multiple parks due to rising water along the Arkansas River.Parks at Locks and Dams 3 through 6 have been closed as of Saturday afternoon. Parks closed include:Willow Beach Lock and Dam 6Tar Camp Lock and Dam 5St.... Read More.

5-year-old killed in Little Rock storms

Saturday, April 5 by Luke Matheson

One fatality has been reported in Little Rock in connection to the ongoing severe weather in Arkansas. The deceased was a 5-year-old located in a home in the 8500 block of Mablevale Pike. Little Rock Police Department responded to assist a medical call for service... Read More.