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Texas man killed in Sunday accident

Monday, July 18 by Ray King

A Texas man was killed in a one-vehicle accident on Interstate 30 in Malvern Sunday afternoon. According to a preliminary report, Peter Roshdi Fahim, 31, was eastbound on the interstate when the Volvo Tractor trailer he was driving side swiped the side of a 2009... Read More.

After announcing retirement Franklin discusses future plans

Monday, July 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

On Friday, Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington announced that Police Chief Lloyd Franklin will be retiring on July 20. Franklin spoke with Deltaplex News Monday and explained the reason for his decision. Franklin, who had retired as a Captain with the Arkansas State Police was appointed... Read More.

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Bond set for woman accused of stealing cash from Walmart

Monday, July 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $2,500 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of stealing cash from Walmart. Lincoln County District Judge Phillip Green set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Micarah Womack, 21, with theft of property. Green was... Read More.

Chief Lloyd Franklin announces retirement from Pine Bluff Police Department

Friday, July 15 by Staff

After one year of service in the Pine Bluff Police Department (PBPD), Chief Lloyd Franklin will be departing the PBPD on July 20. After extensive reflection and further review of state standards required to serve as permanent chief, he has decided to decline the... Read More.

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Jefferson County man wins $1 million lottery prize

Friday, July 15 by Ray King

A Jefferson County man is $1 million richer after winning the Arkansas State Lottery Mega Millions prize Thursday. The winner, whose name has not been revealed, said he bought the ticket at Super 1 Foods in Pine Bluff which will receive a $10,000 commission for... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for woman accused of shooting at another person

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of firing a shot at another person Thursday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Cassandra Green, 58, with aggravated assault. Reading... Read More.

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Pine Bluff woman allegedly robbed local business at knifepoint

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff woman was arrested Wednesday after she allegedly robbed a business at knifepoint. Kamiarah Shelton, 35 was taken into custody after police found her a short distance away from the convenience store at 3100 S. Hazel St. According to a probable cause... Read More.

Go Forward Pine Bluff holds first of two public meetings on Targeted Neighborhood Enhancement Plan

Friday, July 15 by Staff

Go Forward Pine Bluff held the first of two required public meetings Thursday night at SeArk College to present information on the Targeted Neighborhood Enhancement Plan Act. The Act promotes homeownership in distressed areas by profiling the neighborhood conditions and offering incentives for homebuyers. The area... Read More.

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White Hall man arrested after alleged forgery incident

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An investigation into a reportedly fraudulent check written on the account of a woman in White Hall in April resulted in the arrest of a Pine Bluff man currently listed as an absconder. Brandon Glover, 35, will have to post a $15,000 cash-only... Read More.

$35,000 cash-only bond set for felon found with alleged firearm

Friday, July 15 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $35,000 cash-only bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man previously convicted of a felony after police found a loaded gun in the man’s pocket. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to... Read More.

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Burn Ban issued for Jefferson County

Friday, July 15 by Staff

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has issued a burn ban for Jefferson County that is effective immediately as of Friday, July 15. The burn ban has been issued due to a lack of needed precipitation, and dry conditions that exist all over Jefferson County. This... Read More.

DHS removes children from home 8-year-old was killed in

Thursday, July 14 by Staff

UPDATE Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. has confirmed to Deltaplex News that the Department of Human Services has removed six children from the home that the shooting incident took place in Thursday afternoon. The children are now in custody of a family member pending results... Read More.

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