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Arkansans Gain New Insights at Agriculture Farm Field Day in Lonoke

Wednesday, October 1 by Alex Bivens

Over 300 attendees gathered at the Agriculture Farm Field Day to hear from agricultural scientists, researchers and faculty. The event was held recently at the Pearlie S. Reed/Robert L. Cole Small Farm Outreach Wetlands and Water Management Center (SFO-WWMC) on the University of Arkansas... Read More.

Appeals Court ruling supports Pine Bluff woman’s murder conviction

Wednesday, October 1 by Ray King

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman convicted of killing her son in 2021 has failed to convince the Arkansas Court of Appeals that Judge Alex Guynn erred when he denied motions to suppress statements she made to police while being interviewed and admitted into... Read More.

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Lincoln County Sheriff Searching for Domestic Abuse Suspect Brandon Parsons

Wednesday, October 1 by Luke Matheson

Lincoln County Sheriff Steve Young has confirmed that law enforcement officers are actively searching for Brandon Parsons, who fled on foot after a vehicle crash early Wednesday morning. According to reports, the incident began around 2 a.m. in the city when deputies attempted to apprehend... Read More.

Crime Lab Rules Fordyce Deaths as Murder-Suicide

Wednesday, October 1 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Crime Laboratory has determined that the deaths of two Fordyce residents earlier this month were the result of a murder-suicide. On September 15, 2025, the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division launched an investigation at the request of the Dallas County Sheriff’s... Read More.

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Wabbaseka City Council to hold special called meeting Tuesday

Tuesday, September 30 by Ray King

The City Council at Wabbaseka will hold a special called meeting Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Wabbaseka Community Center. Mayor Andrew Goodloe said the meeting will deal with personnel issues and involve an executive session.

New Pine Bluff High School Takes Shape with Tornado Safe Room and State of the Art Facilities

Tuesday, September 30 by Luke Matheson

Construction of the new Pine Bluff High School is moving forward, and major features of the campus are beginning to take shape. On Tuesday, Deltaplex Radio’s Greg Horne toured the site with Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Barbaree, architect Clayton Vaden, and Shawn Carroll of East Harding... Read More.

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Monticello Police Arrest Circle K Employee Following Theft Investigation

Tuesday, September 30 by Luke Matheson

Monticello police have arrested a Circle K employee in connection with a recent theft at the business. According to Chief Carlos Garcia, officers responded to the Circle K on Highway 425 South on September 20, 2025, regarding the theft of money. During the investigation, evidence... Read More.

White Hall Police Chief Highlights Full Staff and New Canine Unit in Local Schools

Tuesday, September 30 by Luke Matheson

White Hall Police Chief Mickey Buffkin was a guest on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show where he talked about his department having a full staff of 12 officers, as well as part-timers who are always ready to work if needed. He went on to talk... Read More.

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New housing proposed near Deerfield and Rosswood Colony neighborhoods

Tuesday, September 30 by Ray King

By Ray King Pine Bluff’s need for more available housing, particularly for seniors, is the subject of a proposal to add apartments and cottages near the Deerfield and Rosswood Colonies neighborhoods. Pine Bluff Housing Partners 1, LLC, a Little Rock based developer had been awarded more... Read More.

Stone Bank names Goodloe Branch Manager in White Hall

Tuesday, September 30 by Greg

Stone Bank has promoted Nikki Goodloe to branch manager at their White Hall location. She was formerly the assistant branch manager and began with the bank as a teller/customer service representative. She serves as a member of the board of the White Hall Chamber of Commerce... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Woman Faces $50,000 Bond After High Speed Chase and Arsenal Crash

Tuesday, September 30 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $50,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of fleeing from White Hall Police and jumping out of her moving vehicle which went on to hit the guard post at the Pine Bluff Arsenal. Pine Bluff District Judge John... Read More.

Grant County Jury Convicts 82-Year-Old Ryan Hodges of Murder, Arson, and Battery

Monday, September 29 by Luke Matheson

An 82-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison following his conviction on multiple felony charges stemming from a 2023 shooting and arson that left one woman dead and another man seriously injured. On September 26, 2025, Teresa Howell, Prosecuting Attorney for the Seventh... Read More.

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