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2020 Simmons Bank Deltaplex Radio Dream Team Announced

Thursday, January 7 by Staff

We are proud to announce the 2020 Simmons Bank Deltaplex Radio Dream Team. This year we are honoring 47 players from 14 schools.Now, to the 2020 Simmons Bank Deltaplex Radio Dream Team!2020 SIMMONS BANK DELTAPLEX RADIO DREAM TEAMDEWITT DRAGONSDax Courtney – ATH –... Read More.

White Hall set to appoint new City Council member

Thursday, January 7 by Staff

The White Hall City Council will hold a special called meeting Friday at 1 p.m. to appoint a new city council member following the tragic death of senior member Andy Lunsford on New Year’s Eve.Lunsford was set to begin a new term on January... Read More.

Sales tax collections did not drop for Jefferson County in 2020 despite COVID-19 pandemic

Thursday, January 7 by Staff

By Ray KingJefferson County ended the year 2020 having collected more than $1.3 million dollars over the amount collected in 2019, according to the financial highlights report presented during committee meetings of the Quorum Court Tuesday.At the same time, the county spent just over... Read More.

United Citizens of Pine Bluff to launch survey aimed at helping solve crime in Pine Bluff

Thursday, January 7 by Staff

The United Citizens for Pine Bluff civic group launched a grassroots initiative to combat crime and the perception of crime in Pine Bluff Thursday morning at Pine Bluff City Hall.Co-conveners Kymara Seals and Representative Vivian Flowers joined Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington and Chief... Read More.

Judgeship is family affair for Gibson

Thursday, January 7 by Ray King

When he was sworn in on Jan. 1, Circuit Judge Robert B. Gibson III became the third generation to hold the position.Gibson, of Crossett, was elected as the Circuit Judge in Division 3 of the 10th Judicial District and replaced his father, Robert Bynum... Read More.

Near record set in COVID deaths in Arkansas

Thursday, January 7 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas on Wednesday reported a near-record increase in coronavirus deaths as the state’s cases continued to mount.The Department of Health reported 65 new deaths from COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus, bringing the state’s total fatalities since the... Read More.

Suspect arrested for murder near Whiteville Road in Jefferson County

Wednesday, January 6 by Staff

Deputies were dispatched to a shooting that occurred near Whiteville Rd. at 1:11 p.m where 51-year-old Tony Jones was killed. A suspect identified as 29-year-old Zackary Vermillion has been arrested and charged with First Degree Murder.The investigation is ongoing according to the Jefferson County... Read More.

No. 9 Tennessee pulls out 79-74 thriller over Arkansas

Wednesday, January 6 by Staff

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Josiah-Jordan James and Victor Bailey scored 17 points apiece and Tennessee hit eight free throws in the final minute as the No. 9 Volunteers pulled out a 79-74 Southeastern Conference victory over Arkansas on Wednesday night. John Fulkerson scored 12 of... Read More.

Local athletes, coaches, and families turn out to honor Andy Lunsford during balloon release

Wednesday, January 6 by Staff

By: Luke MathesonApproximately 100 people gathered Wednesday evening at DBat SeArk in White Hall to honor the life of Andy Lunsford, a co-owner of the business, after he was tragically killed in a three-car accident in Pulaski County on New Year’s Eve.Those in attendance... Read More.

Bayou Meto Watershed Management Plan Public meetings scheduled for Jan. 19th

Wednesday, January 6 by Jennifer Lipp

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Division has contracted FTN Associates to develop a Bayou Meto Watershed-Based Management Plan. The objective of the plan is to protect and improve water quality in streams and other waterbodies by addressing non-regulatory issues through voluntary activities or practices only. There... Read More.

Blood Drive in White Hall

Wednesday, January 6 by Jennifer Lipp

Arkansas Blood Institute is experiencing an emergency blood shortage and is issuing an urgent call for donors of all blood types. This Thursday, January 7, 2021 from 2-6PM in the Community Center Gym, you will have the opportunity to donate. To schedule an appointment,... Read More.

Quorum Committee approves Clerk filing office vacancy

Wednesday, January 6 by Ray King

By Ray KingA request from Jefferson County Clerk Shawandra Taggart to fill a vacant position in her office was recommended for approval by a committee of the Quorum Court Tuesday night after County Judge Gerald Robinson said he supported the request.Taggart said in a... Read More.