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JRMC celebrates Hospital Week, capped off with Food Truck Friday

Wednesday, May 14 by Rick Walker

Throughout the country, hospitals are celebrating their own by taking part in National Hospital Week and Jefferson Regional is not different. Jamie McCombs, the Director of Marketing at JRMC, told Deltaplex News how important this week is in their calendar On Friday, the public is... Read More.

Second suspect in April homicide arrested

Wednesday, May 14 by Ray King

Pine Bluff Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with a homicide on April 18. Ka’Juan Madkins, 22, was booked into the adult detention center Tuesday night and is being held on probable cause of capital murder. He is accused of involvement in the shooting... Read More.

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Watson Chapel School District Plans for Future Growth and Security Initiatives

Wednesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

With graduation out of the way, the Watson Chapel School District is now turning its attention to next year, and the years after that. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show, Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee was asked if the district had started the process of... Read More.

Multi-State Crackdown on Move Over Law Violations to Enhance Road Safety

Tuesday, May 13 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Police, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety, Louisiana State Police, New Mexico State Police, and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, will conduct an enhanced enforcement operation aimed at ensuring compliance with Move Over and Slow Down laws. This initiative is... Read More.

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Operation Skyhook Fly-In Returns to Pine Bluff for a Weekend of Aviation Excitement

Tuesday, May 13 by Luke Matheson

The Black Pilots of America (BPA) are set to return to Pine Bluff, Arkansas, for the annual “Operation Skyhook” fly-in event at Grider Field, Pine Bluff Regional Airport. The event begins on Friday, May 23, at 9:30 a.m. with a Welcome to Pine Bluff, followed... Read More.

Former Police Officer Sues City of Pine Bluff for FMLA Violations and Alleged Racial Bias

Tuesday, May 13 by Luke Matheson

A Faulkner County resident has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Pine Bluff, alleging violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), as well as state law claims under Arkansas Code §§ 16-123-105, 107, and 108. The suit, brought by former... Read More.

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Rick Victorino Focuses on Procedural Integrity Amidst Debates in Jefferson County

Tuesday, May 13 by Luke Matheson

Richard “Rick” Victorino has been a member of the Jefferson County Quorum Court since he was appointed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders in January following the resignation of former Justice Danny Holcomb. He has started getting involved with legislation after taking time to study... Read More.

Pine Bluff restaurant named semi-finalist for “Best Burger” in Arkansas

Tuesday, May 13 by Ray King

A Pine Bluff restaurant has been selected as a semi-finalist in the 2ns annual Arkansas Best Burger Contest, sponsored by the Arkansas Beef Council. The “Bubba Burger” at Momma’s Diner at 3015 W. 28th was selected as the winner in Region 4, according to a... Read More.

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Freeman announces run for Cleveland County Sheriff

Tuesday, May 13 by Ray King

A third candidate has entered the race for Cleveland County Sheriff. Vance “Lee” Freeman has announced his intention to run for the position in 2026. Current Sheriff Jack Rodgers has announced his intention to retire next year after more than 49 years of service. Freeman joins current... Read More.

$5k bond set for a Sheridan woman charged with theft of property

Tuesday, May 13 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Monday for a Sheridan woman on a theft allegation. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Sara Lou Jones, 45, with theft of property. Deputy Prosecutor Ty Spradlin said... Read More.

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A $2.5k bond was issued for a Redfield woman charged with possession of a controlled substance

Tuesday, May 13 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $2,500 bond was set Monday for a Redfield woman on drug related allegations. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Deidra Davidson, 36, with possession of a controlled substance and possession of... Read More.

Two separate agendas leads to contentious quorum court meeting

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court met Monday night in what began with some contention due to two agendas being presented – one from the office of the County Clerk – and a second from the office of the County Judge. All members were seated with... Read More.

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