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Lloyd Franklin, Jr. Files Notice of Appeal Against Ruling by Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson

Friday, November 21 by Luke Matheson

Lloyd Franklin, Jr. has formally appealed an October order issued by County Judge Gerald Robinson that directed the County Clerk to disburse more than $53,000 to Robinson himself. Robinson made the ruling after going months without pay due to ongoing battles between he and... Read More.

Vance “Lee” Freeman Highlights Experience and Vision in Cleveland County Sheriff Race

Friday, November 21 by Luke Matheson

With Cleveland County Sheriff Jack Rodgers choosing not to seek reelection, three candidates are set to compete for the position. One of those candidates is Vance “Lee” Freeman. Freeman, a 1994 graduate of Rison High School, brings more than 20 years of law enforcement experience... Read More.

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Desha County Circuit Court Issues Sentences in Multiple Cases

Friday, November 21 by Luke Matheson

Several defendants entered negotiated pleas and were sentenced Monday, November 17, in Desha County Circuit Court. Kentracion Vincent pleaded guilty to possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance. Vincent was sentenced to one year of supervised probation and ordered to pay a $1,000 fine. Conner Woodyard... Read More.

Dallas County Sheriff Provides Weekly Update, Announces Personnel Changes and Upcoming Retirements

Friday, November 21 by Luke Matheson

Dallas County Sheriff Mike Knoedl released a detailed update this week outlining recent activity within the Sheriff’s Office, including arrests, ongoing investigations, significant personnel changes, and upcoming retirements. Knoedl reported that deputies made one DWI arrest last Friday night and apprehended two parole absconders. The... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court Delays Vendor Payments Amid Heated Debate

Wednesday, November 19 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court met Wednesday night for a special called meeting, with a majority of justices present, to address payments owed to vendors who have gone months without compensation. County Judge Gerald Robinson was unable to secure enough votes to suspend the rules... Read More.

Jefferson County Man Accused of Pulling Knife on Internet Installer Receives Five Thousand Dollar Bond

Wednesday, November 19 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man accused of pulling a knife on a man who was attempting to install internet service at the man’s house. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have... Read More.

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Multi-Agency Pursuit Ends in Arrest of Louisiana Fugitive in Desha County

Wednesday, November 19 by Luke Matheson

A Louisiana man wanted on a nationwide warrant was taken into custody Saturday afternoon after a multi-jurisdictional police pursuit that began in Grady and ended in Desha County, authorities said. According to a press release, the incident began on Saturday, November 15, at approximately 1:54... Read More.

Bradley County Voters Reject Both Sales Tax Measures for New Jail

Wednesday, November 19 by Luke Matheson

Bradley County voters have overwhelmingly rejected two proposed sales tax measures that would have funded the construction and preparation of a new county jail, according to unofficial results from Tuesday’s election on November 18, 2025. The primary measure — a proposed 1 percent sales and... Read More.

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Cleveland County Voters Approve Property Tax Increase for New Rison Gymnasium

Tuesday, November 18 by Luke Matheson

The Cleveland County School District’s proposal for a 6-mill property tax increase to fund construction of a new gymnasium at the Rison campus has passed, with 867 votes in favor and 404 against. The final results were announced to a crowd of approximately 40–50 people... Read More.

Grant County Voters Approve School and Parks Millage Proposals

Tuesday, November 18 by Luke Matheson

Two millage proposals on the ballot in Grant County Tuesday night were approved by voters. The first measure—an extension of the current debt service millage rate for an additional nine years—passed with 894 votes for and 259 against. The extension will help fund a new... Read More.

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Drew and Bradley County Authorities Seeking Wanted Felony Suspect

Tuesday, November 18 by Luke Matheson

Law enforcement agencies in Drew and Bradley counties are asking for the public’s help locating a man wanted on multiple felony charges. According to Drew County Sheriff Tim Nichols, 55-year-old Larry B. Peifer, born November 4, 1969, is wanted by both counties for several offenses,... Read More.

Jefferson County Vendors Still Unpaid as Lack of a Quorum Continues Deadlock

Monday, November 17 by Luke Matheson

As previously reported by Deltaplex News, Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson called a special meeting for Monday night in an effort to advance legislation that would pay several county vendors who have gone without compensation for months. Among those owed are Floyd Donald, who provides... Read More.

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Lloyd Franklin, Jr. Files Notice of Appeal Against Ruling by Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson

Vance “Lee” Freeman Highlights Experience and Vision in Cleveland County Sheriff Race

Desha County Circuit Court Issues Sentences in Multiple Cases

Dallas County Sheriff Provides Weekly Update, Announces Personnel Changes and Upcoming Retirements

Jefferson County Quorum Court Delays Vendor Payments Amid Heated Debate

Jefferson County Man Accused of Pulling Knife on Internet Installer Receives Five Thousand Dollar Bond

Multi-Agency Pursuit Ends in Arrest of Louisiana Fugitive in Desha County

Bradley County Voters Reject Both Sales Tax Measures for New Jail

Cleveland County Voters Approve Property Tax Increase for New Rison Gymnasium

Grant County Voters Approve School and Parks Millage Proposals

Drew and Bradley County Authorities Seeking Wanted Felony Suspect

Jefferson County Vendors Still Unpaid as Lack of a Quorum Continues Deadlock

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