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Chad Kelley Highlights Experience and Community Service in Jefferson County Coroner Reelection Bid

Sunday, January 11 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley is seeking reelection after more than 25 years of service to Jefferson County. Kelley began his career in the Coroner’s Office as a deputy coroner under former Jefferson County Coroner Holly Sperry. Sperry served from 1999-2008 following the retirement of... Read More.

Cleveland County Quorum Court to name new county judge Feb. 2

Friday, January 9 by Ray King

The Cleveland County Quorum Court will officially name a new County Judge during their regular meeting Feb. 2. According to the Cleveland County Herald, the court officially declared the office vacant when they met on Monday night in Rison. In addition, a vacancy was declared for... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Honors Retirement of Capt. Mark Harper

Thursday, January 8 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing the retirement of Captain Mark Harper, marking the end of nearly 30 years of dedicated service to Jefferson County and its residents. Captain Harper’s law enforcement career began on Jan. 26, 1996, when he joined the Jefferson County... Read More.

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Breaks Up Major Copper Theft Ring

Thursday, January 8 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office has announced the dismantling of a major copper theft operation following a months-long investigation that began in early November. According to a press release issued Jan. 8, the investigation started on Nov. 4, 2025, when a local farmer reported discovering electric... Read More.

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Jefferson County Man Charged with Breaking Windows at Wabbaseka Apartment

Thursday, January 8 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man accused of breaking multiple windows at an apartment in Wabbaseka Tuesday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Tommy Welch, 56, with... Read More.

Man Arrested After Early Morning Shooting in Cleveland County

Wednesday, January 7 by Luke Matheson

A 37-year-old man was taken into custody Wednesday morning following a shooting at a residence along Highway 63, south of Calmer, according to the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department. Chief Deputy Gary Young said deputies received a report of a shooting at approximately 6:14 a.m. and... Read More.

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Drew County Sheriffs Office Announces Leadership Promotions

Tuesday, January 6 by Luke Matheson

The Drew County Sheriff’s Office announced several promotions this week as part of an effort to strengthen operations and continue improving service to the community. Sheriff Tim Nichols said the promotions come after a period of reflection and evaluation within the department as it looks... Read More.

Sheridan Man Arrested After Armed Standoff With Grant County Deputies

Tuesday, January 6 by Luke Matheson

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office has released new details regarding a tense standoff that unfolded over the weekend in Sheridan and ended with a local man in custody. According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to a domestic disturbance at 362 Grant 69 at... Read More.

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Jefferson County Man Held on $500,000 Cash Only Bond for Attempted Rape and Assault at Liquor Store

Monday, January 5 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $500,000 cash only bond was set Monday for a Jefferson County man accused of attempting to rape a store clerk Friday night. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Sherman Johnson, 28,... Read More.

Suspect Taken Into Custody After Overnight SWAT Standoff in Grant County

Sunday, January 4 by Luke Matheson

A tense overnight law enforcement operation that began Saturday night and stretched into the early hours of Sunday morning ended with a suspect in custody following reports of a barricaded individual, gunfire, and a hostage situation near the Grant County Fairgrounds. According to information obtained... Read More.

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Cleveland County Mourns Judge Jimmy Dale Adair as Officials Prepare to Fill Vacancy

Saturday, January 3 by Luke Matheson

Cleveland County is mourning the loss of County Judge Jimmy Dale Adair, who passed away Friday night while hospitalized, county officials confirmed Saturday morning. Cleveland County Clerk Brandy Herring told the Cleveland County Herald that she was notified of Adair’s passing by members of his... Read More.

Garland Trice Files Lawsuit Against Jefferson County Clerk Alleging Improper Denial of Ballot Access

Wednesday, December 31 by Luke Matheson

A Jefferson County resident has filed a lawsuit alleging he was improperly prevented from filing as a candidate for Justice of the Peace during the 2025 filing period. According to court records, Garland Trice filed the complaint Dec. 30 in Jefferson County Circuit Court, claiming... Read More.

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Chad Kelley Highlights Experience and Community Service in Jefferson County Coroner Reelection Bid

Cleveland County Quorum Court to name new county judge Feb. 2

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Honors Retirement of Capt. Mark Harper

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Breaks Up Major Copper Theft Ring

Jefferson County Man Charged with Breaking Windows at Wabbaseka Apartment

Man Arrested After Early Morning Shooting in Cleveland County

Drew County Sheriffs Office Announces Leadership Promotions

Sheridan Man Arrested After Armed Standoff With Grant County Deputies

Jefferson County Man Held on $500,000 Cash Only Bond for Attempted Rape and Assault at Liquor Store

Suspect Taken Into Custody After Overnight SWAT Standoff in Grant County

Cleveland County Mourns Judge Jimmy Dale Adair as Officials Prepare to Fill Vacancy

Garland Trice Files Lawsuit Against Jefferson County Clerk Alleging Improper Denial of Ballot Access

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