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Burn Ban Issued for Dallas County Amid Increased Wildfire Risk

Tuesday, January 20 by Luke Matheson

A countywide burn ban is now in effect in Dallas County due to dry conditions and an elevated risk of wildfires, according to local officials. Under the burn ban, all outdoor burning is strictly prohibited. This includes the burning of brush piles, yard debris, campfires,... Read More.

Saline County Jury Convicts Austin Man in 2024 Double Homicide

Friday, January 16 by Luke Matheson

A Saline County jury has convicted Bryan Reed, 39, of Austin, Arkansas, on multiple charges, including two counts of first-degree murder, in connection with the May 2024 stabbing deaths of David and Brittany Taylor in East End. Reed was also found guilty of aggravated residential... Read More.

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Monticello-Drew County Chamber Seeks Nominations for 2025 Community Awards

Friday, January 16 by Luke Matheson

The Monticello-Drew County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Man of the Year, Woman of the Year and Non-Profit of the Year awards. The annual honors recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the Monticello and Drew County... Read More.

Communication issues discussed by Drew County Quorum Court

Friday, January 16 by Ray King

Calls for transparency between Drew County Judge Jessie Griffin and members of the Quorum Court delayed the most recent meeting with after Justice Frank Appleberry made a verbal motion asking the judge to be more forthcoming to members. According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, Appleberry... Read More.

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Cleveland County School Board to hire construction manager for new gym

Friday, January 16 by Ray King

The Cleveland County School Board has voted to hire a construction manager who will supervise the building of the new gym at Rison High School. According to the Cleveland County Herald, Superintendent Davy King said architect Steve Elliott will assemble information packets and will make... Read More.

Jefferson County Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Inductees

Friday, January 16 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sports Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 induction class, honoring a wide-ranging group of athletes, coaches and contributors whose achievements span multiple sports and levels, from high school to the professional ranks. The 2026 Hall of Fame class features 20 inductees... Read More.

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Appeals Court upholds probation revocation for Desha County man

Thursday, January 15 by Ray King

The Arkansas Court of Appeals on Wednesday upheld a decision by the Desha County Circuit Court to revoke the probation of a man charged with a crime in another state. In the same ruling, the appeals court said the attorney representing the man could... Read More.

Man Sentenced to Prison for Lottery Scam Targeting Elderly Ashley County Resident

Tuesday, January 13 by Luke Matheson

An out-of-state man was sentenced to prison following his conviction in a financial scam that targeted an elderly Ashley County resident, authorities said. On Jan. 8, 2026, a jury found Portier Guytan guilty of charges stemming from a lottery scam involving a 76-year-old Crossett victim.... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriffs Office To Host Free Youth Baseball Hitting Clinic This Weekend

Tuesday, January 13 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office will host a free two-day youth baseball hitting clinic this weekend in Pine Bluff as part of an effort to promote youth engagement and community involvement. Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. announced the clinic will be held Jan. 17–18 at 3811... Read More.

Jefferson County Man Held on $25,000 Bond for Coin Laundry Burglaries

Tuesday, January 13 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $25,000 cash only bond was set Monday for a Jefferson County man accused of breaking into a coin laundry twice and stealing coins from the machines. Prosecuting Attorney S. Kyle Hunter said Johnny Crow, 42, has three active warrants including one from... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court Overrides Veto on Legal Fees and Reviews Budget Appropriations

Monday, January 12 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court voted 8–4 to override a veto by County Judge Gerald Robinson during its Monday night meeting. Justice Roy Agee was not in attendance. Justices Alfred Carroll, Reginald Adams, Reginald Johnson, Cedric Jackson, Rick Victorino, Melanie Johnson-Dumas, Margarette Williams, and... Read More.

Lincoln County Officials Warn Residents of Phone Scam After Resident Loses $1,500

Monday, January 12 by Luke Matheson

Lincoln County officials are warning residents about an ongoing phone scam after a local resident was defrauded out of $1,500 by someone posing as a court official, according to Lincoln County District Judge Phillip Green. Judge Green said the incident occurred Tuesday morning when a... Read More.

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Burn Ban Issued for Dallas County Amid Increased Wildfire Risk

Saline County Jury Convicts Austin Man in 2024 Double Homicide

Monticello-Drew County Chamber Seeks Nominations for 2025 Community Awards

Communication issues discussed by Drew County Quorum Court

Cleveland County School Board to hire construction manager for new gym

Jefferson County Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Inductees

Appeals Court upholds probation revocation for Desha County man

Man Sentenced to Prison for Lottery Scam Targeting Elderly Ashley County Resident

Jefferson County Sheriffs Office To Host Free Youth Baseball Hitting Clinic This Weekend

Jefferson County Man Held on $25,000 Bond for Coin Laundry Burglaries

Jefferson County Quorum Court Overrides Veto on Legal Fees and Reviews Budget Appropriations

Lincoln County Officials Warn Residents of Phone Scam After Resident Loses $1,500

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