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Pine Bluff Sees Nearly 12% Drop in Reported Crime in July 2025

Friday, July 25 by Luke Matheson

Reported crime in Pine Bluff fell by nearly 12% year-over-year during the first 20 days of July 2025, according to newly released statistics from the Pine Bluff Police Department. Between July 1 and July 20, 2025, the department recorded a total of 60 "shots fired"... Read More.

Dallas County Sheriff Addresses Community Concerns and Jail Staff Achievements

Friday, July 25 by Luke Matheson

In his weekly message to the community, Dallas County Sheriff Mike Knoedl addressed recent events impacting local residents, recognized the hard work of detention staff, and provided the latest installment of "Felony Friday." Sheriff Knoedl opened his message with concern for the current weather conditions,... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Searching for Wanted Suspect Corey Williams

Friday, July 25 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is actively searching for Corey Williams, who is wanted on charges of theft of property and two failure to appear warrants. Williams’ last known address is listed as 1401 South Holly Street in Pine Bluff. Authorities are urging anyone with... Read More.

Suspects in Pine Bluff Air Conditioning Unit Theft Arrested

Thursday, July 24 by Greg

UPDATE: The suspects in the air conditioning theft in Pine Bluff have been arrested after allegedly attempting to sell the stolen goods to Johnson Recycling Center. ORIGINAL STORY: The Pine Bluff Police Department is seeking two suspects in connection with the theft of air conditioning units... Read More.

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United Way and Lelan Stice gear up for a duck-ing good time

Thursday, July 24 by Alex Bivens

The United Way of Southeast Arkansas is preparing to launch a new fun initiative, duck races, to benefit people who cannot afford the co-pay on prescriptions. United Way Executive Director Jason Duren and Lelan Stice, the owner of Doctor’s Orders Pharmacy and Town and Country... Read More.

Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley Announces Bid for Eighth Term

Thursday, July 24 by Greg

Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley has officially announced his candidacy for an eighth term in office, bringing over two decades of experience and deep community ties to the role. Kelley, who was first elected in 2008 and took office in 2009, has served seven terms... Read More.

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Lawsuit forces Pharmacy into Chapter 11

Thursday, July 24 by Greg

Statement from Doctors Orders: Lelan Stice, CEO of Whitehall Pharmacy dba Doctors Orders Pharmacy, announced today that it filed Chapter 11 reorganization on Monday, July 21, 2025. The filing was necessary to allow the pharmacy to continue to operate and serve its 90,000 clients in... Read More.

$15,000 bond was set for Redfield woman on drug related charges

Thursday, July 24 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Redfield woman on drug related charges. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Channing Denham, 26, with possession of a Schedule 1 controlled substance. Reading from... Read More.

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Rison Man on Probation Arrested for Weapons Possession

Thursday, July 24 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Rison man currently on probation who was arrested after two weapons were found in a house where he was staying. Jefferson County Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

$2,500 cash only bond set for Jefferson County woman on drug related charges

Thursday, July 24 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $2,500 cash only bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County woman on drug related charges. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Melanie Rainey, 50, with possession of a controlled substance... Read More.

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Sheridan Mayor talks about preparation for Governor Sanders visit

Thursday, July 24 by Rick Walker

Today (July 24th) is the day that Sheridan is serving as the Capital For A Day. With that designation, also comes a visit from Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. Sheridan Mayor Cain Nattin was a guest of Rick Walker on Sunrise Deltaplex to talk about the... Read More.

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes Newest Deputy, K-9 Yoshi

Thursday, July 24 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office is proud to introduce its newest addition to the team: K-9 Yoshi, an 18-month-old Belgian Malinois born in Budapest, Hungary. Yoshi brings advanced training and critical skills that will greatly enhance the Office’s capabilities in public safety and law... Read More.

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