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Dr. Priya Yadav Joins UAPB as Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Monday, January 20 by Deltaplex Staff

Dr. Priya Yadav has joined the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences as a postdoctoral research fellow. She will work under the supervision of Dr. Sankar Devarajan, associate professor and program director for the nutrition and food... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson issues statement regarding lack of a budget being passed

Sunday, January 19 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has issued a statement regarding the lack of a budget being passed for 2025 as the Quorum Court prepares to meet Monday evening to attempt to pass a budget.The statement is as follows: Justices, The failure to pass a 2025 budget... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office investigating Sunday morning homicide

Sunday, January 19 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE 1:50 P.M. According to Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. the person detained after Sunday morning’s shooting has not been charged with any crimes at this time.A person who has not been named was detained at the scene and was interviewed following the shooting.... Read More.

Live Radio Mediation Offer Aims to Resolve Jefferson County Budget Standoff

Friday, January 17 by Luke Matheson

Deltaplex Radio along with Sissy’s Log Cabin and Central Moloney invite and challenge Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. to an on air session Tuesday Jan. 21 at 8 a.m. to try and hash out differences between the... Read More.

11th circuit judges letter to JPs and County Judge released

Friday, January 17 by Greg

Dear Members of the Quorum Court and County Judge Robinson,While Jefferson County celebrates the significant milestone of 370 days without a juvenile homicide a testament to the collective efforts of our community-the current budget impasse threatens to undo this progress and has devastating consequences... Read More.

New Walmart Campus unveiled.

Friday, January 17 by Rick Walker

Walmart unveiled its New Home Office campus in Bentonville on Friday, a 350-acre workplace that will serve as the headquarters of the world’s largest company.Walmart said the campus is a “multi-billion-dollar investment in associate experience, environmental leadership and community development featuring mass timber construction,... Read More.

Watson Chapel School District Superintendent Dr. Keith McGhee discussed the new fall calendar

Friday, January 17 by Deltaplex Staff

Beginning this fall, the Watson Chapel School District will be operating under a new schedule. Appearing on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show Friday, Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee talked about what the district is going to do.McGee explained the three advantages the new calendar will create... Read More.

Arkansas State Police launches state-wide Human Trafficking resource website

Friday, January 17 by Luke Matheson

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Arkansas State Police (ASP) have launched a new webpage dedicated to assisting victims of human trafficking. The launch coincides with National Human Trafficking Month, emphasizing the state's commitment to supporting victims and educating the public on how to... Read More.

Judges call for end to County budget stalemate

Friday, January 17 by Ray King

Pine Bluff, AR- The Judges of the Eleventh West Judicial Circuit have issued a joint letter to the Jefferson County Quorum Court and County Judge Gerald Robinson, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing budget impasse on the county's judicial system and community. While remaining... Read More.

A $150k cash only bond was set for a man currently on parole

Friday, January 17 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King A $150,000 cash only bond was set Friday for a Hensley man currently on parole on drug and weapons charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge William Robertson, 35, with possession of... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. continued discussion on budget crisis

Friday, January 17 by Deltaplex Staff

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. has placed the blame for county employees not getting paid on Jan. 15 squarely on the shoulders of County Judge Gerald Robinson who vetoed a proposed 2025 county budget prepared by other elected officials and insists that only... Read More.

A $25k bond was set for a PB man being charged with robbery

Friday, January 17 by Deltaplex Staff

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man accused of trying to rob another person Thursday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Patrick Hall, 42, with robbery. Reading from an... Read More.

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