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Simmons Bank Park to Open August 20 in Downtown Pine Bluff

Wednesday, August 13 by Luke Matheson

Downtown Pine Bluff is about to welcome a major new attraction. On August 20, 2025, the site formerly known as 601 Main will officially reopen as Simmons Bank Park, an $8.5 million development made possible through a partnership between Simmons Bank, the University of... Read More.

Desha County Sheriff Mitch Grant Announces Re-Election Bid

Wednesday, August 13 by Luke Matheson

Sheriff Mitch Grant has formally announced his intention to seek another term as Desha County’s top law enforcement officer. Grant, who has served as sheriff since January 1, 2023, made the announcement in a press release Wednesday, calling the role “the highest privilege of... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Firefighters Train for High-Rise Emergencies Ahead of New Casino Hotel Opening

Wednesday, August 13 by Luke Matheson

With Pine Bluff’s first major high-rise set to open later this year, members of Pine Bluff Fire and Emergency Services (PBFES) recently traveled to West Memphis for specialized training on fighting fires in tall buildings. The city’s newest landmark, the Saracen Casino Hotel, stands 14... Read More.

Summer Aeration Can be Tricky for Fishpond Owners

Wednesday, August 13 by Alex Bivens

Pine Bluff, AR — Supplemental aeration can be beneficial for fishponds, according to Scott Jones, small impoundment Extension specialist at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Improvements to the chemical and biological condition of the pond can increase fish populations and extend the... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Retires Beloved K-9 “Ioni” After Years of Dedicated Service

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

For much of its history, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) operated without a dedicated K-9 program. That changed in the late 1990s, when the agency began to see the value of highly trained police dogs in both patrol and narcotics work. The department’s first... Read More.

Jefferson County Wildfire Near Highway 79 and Hudson Cemetery Road Contained

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE 3:55 PM: The Arkansas Forestry Division and local volunteer fire departments have contained the fire. Deltaplex News is told that approximately one acre of land was burned. The lack of wind in the area helped firefighters to contain the fire very quickly. ORIGINAL STORY: Several fire... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Department Annual Fishing Derby Set for Aug. 16 at MLK Park Pond

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department’s Annual Fishing Derby will cast off at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Martin Luther King Park pond, offering a morning of fun, food, and community connection. The free event is open to children ages 15 and under... Read More.

Sheridan School District Seeks Millage Extension to Fund Critical Needs and Future Projects

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

The Sheridan School District is preparing to ask voters to extend a millage that has helped address the district’s critical needs. Superintendent Chad Pitts recently spoke with Deltaplex News about what he and the district hope to accomplish. Pitts said the current rate is 36... Read More.

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Watson Chapel School District Sees Enrollment Boost, Faces Need for More Teachers

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

Monday was the first day of school for the Watson Chapel School District and as students returned to class, Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee had some good news about enrollment. McGee appeared on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show where host Greg Horne noted that school enrollment... Read More.

$2,500 Bond Set for Pine Bluff Woman Accused of Threatening to Kill Her Stepfather

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $2,500 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of kicking her mother and threatening to kill her stepfather during an altercation Thursday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge... Read More.

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Cleveland County reports increase in sales tax collections

Tuesday, August 12 by Ray King

Sales tax collections in Cleveland County have shown an increase this year, according to the Cleveland County Herald. The newspaper reported that the county saw a 12-percent increase in the one-cent tax collection for July, compared to July 2024. That translated to collections of $46,472.19 last... Read More.

Pine Bluff Woman Faces Charges for Leaving Children Unattended

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of leaving two children alone in an apartment. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Tamayra Woods, 21, with two counts... Read More.

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