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Jefferson county man arrested following three county pursuit

Friday, September 11 by Staff

A Jefferson County man is behind bars after leading Grant County law enforcement officers on a high speed chase after it was revealed the man had felony warrants out of Jefferson County. The man, 39-year-old Gregory Blackwood, began the chase at approximately 10:10 p.m. when... Read More.

Arkansas reports 1,107 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday

Friday, September 11 by Staff

Arkansas reported 1,107 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, setting a new daily record for the state. According to Governor Asa Hutchinson the majority of the positive tests came from one lab while some of the results were from last week. It is unknown how... Read More.

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UAPB reports “sharp increase” in year-over-year enrollment

Friday, September 11 by Staff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has reported a sharp increase in year-over-year enrollment of new and continuing students, including graduate, undergraduate, transfer, Associate-to-Bachelor’s (A2B) and concurrent students. The 12% increase is the largest in nearly a decade and brings the preliminary 2020... Read More.

Dollarway cancels game against Texarkana

Friday, September 11 by Staff

Dollarway has announced that tonight’s game against Texarkana has been cancelled due to a member of the coaching staff testing positive for COVID-19. The information was provided in a letter sent to parents that DeltaplexNews.com was able to obtain. You can read the letter below: Hello... Read More.

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White Hall falls to Parkview 41-13

Friday, September 11 by Staff

Turnovers cost White Hall against Little Rock Parkview Thursday night as the Patriots defeated the Bulldogs 41-13. White Hall found themselves behind early in the game, but was able to force a 13-13 tie at the half. Turnovers plagued the Bulldogs in the second half as... Read More.

JCSO arrests machete carrying man during domestic call

Wednesday, September 9 by Staff

A Jefferson County man remains behind bars after he was arrested Wednesday. Jefferson County Deputies received a report of a domestic disturbance in the 6000 block of Moody Road just after 4 p.m. Upon arrival, deputies found an unknown woman yelling at 53-year-old Norman Edward Brixey, Jr.... Read More.

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Arrest made in 2019 Altheimer homicide

Wednesday, September 9 by Staff

After an ongoing investigation, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office has arrested and charged Michael Danny Britten, 57-year-old black male, with murder-first degree in the homicide of Leslie Bradley, 56-year-old white male. Bradley was found deceased in his Altheimer residence located in the 600 block of... Read More.

Braylon Hopkins named the Week 2 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week

Wednesday, September 9 by Staff

Pine Bluff Zebra quarterback Braylon Hopkins has been named the Week 2 Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week. Hopkins said he is honored to receive the award. “It really means a lot,” said Hopkins. “Any of us could have won it because... Read More.

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Razorback homecoming set for Oct. 17 against Ole Miss

Wednesday, September 9 by Staff

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The University of Arkansas has set Homecoming for October 17 when the Razorbacks host Ole Miss with this year’s events having a historic twist. The 2020 Homecoming theme is “One Razorback. One Community.” This theme reflects the campus’ collaboration to provide programming that... Read More.

Arkansas man gets 2 life terms, 835 years for killing cop

Wednesday, September 9 by Staff

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (AP) — An Arkansas man has been sentenced to two life terms plus 835 years in prison for the fatal shooting of an off-duty police officer in northeast Arkansas. Demarcus Donnell Parker, 27, was convicted Tuesday by a Crittenden County jury of... Read More.

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Blight removal major focus of GFPB and Urban Renewal

Wednesday, September 9 by Staff

By Ray King Removing blight and trying to improve the appearance of Pine Bluff has been a major focus of Go Forward Pine Bluff and the Urban Renewal Agency, as well as an emphasis on improving the downtown area. On Wednesday, Ryan Watley, the CEO of... Read More.

Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr thankful for Quorum Court support

Wednesday, September 9 by Staff

By Ray King Committees of the Jefferson County Quorum Court on Tuesday recommended approval of two appropriation ordinances for the sheriff’s office totaling more than $368,000. On Wednesday, Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., said he was thankful for the support. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show,... Read More.

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