Local News – Page 719 – Deltaplex News

Mexico’s Ohtli Award for Efforts in Fight Against COVID-19 awarded to UAMS Professor

Monday, October 4 by Deseray Mckinzy

A recent news release announced that Jose Romero, M.D., Professor of Pediatrics in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), who also serves as the Arkansas Secretary of Health and director of the Arkansas Department of Health, recently... Read More.

Bond set for Magnolia man who attempted to bring contraband into prison

Monday, October 4 by Lori Basiewicz

By Ray King A $20,000 bond was set Monday for a Magnolia man accused of trying to bring contraband into Tucker Prison Sunday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Corey Griffin Jr., 20, with eight... Read More.

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Simmons negotiating for title sponsor at Memphis Liberty Bowl Stadium

Monday, October 4 by Ray King

Little Rock, Ark. and Memphis, Tenn. – Simmons Bank (Simmons) in partnership with the City of Memphis announced Friday that it is in advanced negotiations to be title sponsor of Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Opened in 1965 by the City of Memphis as Memphis... Read More.

Pine Bluff man arrested for driving stolen vehicle

Monday, October 4 by Lori Basiewicz

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man was arrested Saturday after he was stopped driving a vehicle that had been reported stolen. Christopher Slay, 18, will have to post a $7,050 bond to be released from the adult detention center after Pine Bluff District Judge John... Read More.

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Proposed Pine Bluff Entertainment Park and Racetrack Unveiled

Saturday, October 2 by Greg

By Ray King If things go according to plan, a 206-acre site located on U.S. 65 south will be the site of a racetrack, drag strip, indoor-outdoor car showroom, motocross, children’s area and more. On Friday, the first conceptual drawings of the proposed Pine Bluff Entertainment... Read More.

Deltaplex area High School Football scores – October 1, 2021

Friday, October 1 by Staff

Here is a look at the Deltaplex area High School Football scores for October 1, 2021. CLASS 6A Jonesboro 43, Sheridan 6 El Dorado 70, Pine Bluff 28 CLASS 5A White Hall 14, Little Rock Christian 10 Jacksonville 36, Watson Chapel 14 CLASS 4A Stuttgart 42, Heber Springs 0 Warren 40, Star City... Read More.

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Benton police in search of man charged with alleged capital murder

Friday, October 1 by Deseray Mckinzy

According to a recent news release, Benton Police are searching for a man related to the death of a 31-year-old, who was originally reported missing in August. Authorities are searching for 36-year-old Termaine Anderson, who is wanted for capital murder in the death of Ryan... Read More.

PBPD responds to Friday shooting

Friday, October 1 by Staff

Deltaplex News sources indicate that the Pine Bluff Police Department and other emergency personnel have responded to a shooting in the area of 6th and Linden. There are limited details at this time, but reports state there is at least one victim from the incident. More... Read More.

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$10,000 bond set for Pine Bluff woman charged with smuggling contraband into prison

Friday, October 1 by Lori Basiewicz

By Ray King A $10,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff woman accused of trying to bring contraband into the prison at Varner. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Amber Daniels, 34, with... Read More.

Police arrest 8 after fight at Pine Bluff High School

Friday, October 1 by Ray King

Eight juveniles were arrested Thursday afternoon after multiple law enforcement officers were sent to a large fight at Pine Bluff High School. Those arrested were taken to the juvenile detention center. Police sources told Deltaplex News that the fight was a continuation of issues that... Read More.

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Dewitt man killed in accident Thursday

Friday, October 1 by Ray King

A Dewitt man was killed in a two-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 165 near the Arkansas River Bridge Thursday. A preliminary report identified the victim as Patravius R. Grayson, 29, who was pronounced dead at the scene at 6:16 p.m. by the Arkansas County Coroner... Read More.

Pine Bluff’s Courtney Crutchfield named the Week Five Kevin Bonnette State Farm Player of the Week

Thursday, September 30 by Staff

Pine Bluff sophomore athlete Courtney Crutchfield has been named the Week Five Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Football Player of the Week after recording six catches for 87 yards and two touchdowns in addition to recording one interception on defense last week for... Read More.

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