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White Hall’s Kam Robinson named the Week Nine Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week

Thursday, October 29 by Staff

White Hall senior athlete Kam Robinson has been named the Week Nine Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week. The Southeast Missouri State commit was involved with numerous big plays for the Bulldogs Friday night, to include a five-yard pick six for... Read More.

High court rejects claim of unfitness to stand trial for murder

Thursday, October 29 by Ray King

By Ray King The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday rejected the claim of a Drew County man convicted of murdering his father that he was unfit to stand trial. Alfonzo Hampton, 38, was sentenced to life in prison for the Feb. 21, 2017 shooting death of... Read More.

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Star City School Board approves bonuses

Thursday, October 29 by Ray King

The Star City School Board on Monday approved one-time bonuses for certified and non-certified staff. According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, the $800 bonuses will be given in November. The board also approved minimum wage increases for substitute teachers. The newspaper quoted Superintendent Jordan Frizell as... Read More.

Drew Central District sets return date for in-class instruction

Thursday, October 29 by Ray King

In-class education is scheduled to return to return to the Drew Central School District Nov. 2 after the district was forced to switch to virtual learning because of COVID-19. According to the Advance Monticellonian Newspaper, the Drew Central campus was shut down this week because... Read More.

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Watson Chapel virtual students struggling with academics and attendance

Wednesday, October 28 by Staff

Watson Chapel School Superintendent Dr. Jerry Guess issued a letter to parents on Wednesday speaking of students who are struggling with academics and attendance while using the virtual learning method. Dr. Guess states in his letter that many virtual students are "on a course for... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Department investigating Wednesday afternoon shooting

Wednesday, October 28 by Staff

The Pine Bluff Police Department is in the early stages of an investigation into a shooting at a house on Scott Avenue near Edgewood Elementary. According to scanner traffic one victim has been transported to the hospital for treatment. No other information is available at this... Read More.

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Panel says state needs new strategy to reduce coronavirus

Wednesday, October 28 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A White House panel’s report released Wednesday said Arkansas needs a different strategy for reducing coronavirus transmission and said it should work with communities to limit social gatherings. The White House Coronavirus Task Force said in its latest report, dated... Read More.

State agencies to offer grant for COVID-19 affected businesses

Wednesday, October 28 by Ray King

(LITTLE ROCK, Ark.) – The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism (ADPHT), the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC), and the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) received approval to proceed with a grant program utilizing $50 million in CARES Act funds for... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Bank of America customers endures “temporary” closure of local branch

Wednesday, October 28 by Staff

Pine Bluff customers of Bank of America have expressed concerned after the lone branch within the city was closed earlier this week. DeltaplexNews.com reached out the Bank of America to see what this closure means for customers from Pine Bluff, and Bank of America Central... Read More.

Halloween Guidance During COVID-19 Pandemic

Wednesday, October 28 by Staff

Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, which is the cause of COVID-19. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween. As you decide on how you will celebrate Halloween, the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) strongly encourages... Read More.

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Election commission announces change in absentee ballot processing

Tuesday, October 27 by Ray King

The Jefferson County Board of Election Commissioners announced Tuesday a change will be made in the processing of absentee ballots for the Nov. 3 General Election. Commission Chairman Mike Adam said in the notice that due to the large number of returned absentee ballots, the... Read More.

JCSO and PBPD both report uptick in stolen vehicle reports

Tuesday, October 27 by Staff

There have been numerous reports of stolen vehicles in both Jefferson County and the City of Pine Bluff in recent weeks, and both departments are reporting a slight increase in reports in October compared to September. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office took four reports of... Read More.

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