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Desha County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in Vehicle Theft

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

The Desha County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man believed to be involved in a recent vehicle theft. Authorities released a photo of a white male wearing a cap. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the suspect drives an older-model... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Multiple Ordinances; Seven Justices Call for New Special Meeting

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has issued a formal veto of several ordinances that were approved during a special called meeting of the Quorum Court held on September 23, 2025. In a letter dated October 24 to County Clerk Shawndra Taggart, Robinson wrote, “I hereby... Read More.

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County Judge orders County Clerk to pay claim for back pay

Friday, October 24 by Ray King

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson on Thursday instructed the Jefferson County Clerk to pay a $53,052.45 claim he had submitted for back payments he should have received this year. Earlier in the year, the Arkansas Legislature stepped in when Robinson and the Quorum... Read More.

Arkansas Law Blocks Recall Elections for Jefferson County Officials Amid Growing Frustrations

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

As frustrations grow among Jefferson County residents over ongoing tensions within county government, many have been asking whether members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court can be removed through a recall election. According to the Association of Arkansas Counties, the answer is no — Arkansas... Read More.

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Bear killed in Newton County not responsible for death of Missouri man

Friday, October 24 by Ray King

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) has announced that DNA analysis has confirmed the black bear killed in Newton County on Oct. 4 is not the one responsible for the fatal attack on Max Thomas, a 60-year-old from Springfield, Missouri. Thomas was found dead... Read More.

Jefferson County Partners Launch Prescription Drug Take Back Event to Fight Opioid Abuse

Wednesday, October 22 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is joining forces with state and local partners to combat prescription drug abuse as part of the Arkansas Take Back Initiative on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The initiative — supported by the Tri-County Drug... Read More.

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Jefferson County Woman Charged with Threatening Father Released Pending Court Date

Wednesday, October 22 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A Jefferson County woman arrested Tuesday after allegedly threatening her father was ordered to have no contact with him after a court appearance Wednesday. Jody Alford was released on her own recognizance after Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney ruled prosecutors have probable... Read More.

Vendor Service Halt Leaves Jefferson County in Stalemate as Quorum Court Fails to Meet

Tuesday, October 21 by Luke Matheson

With several vendors halting services to Jefferson County offices, County Judge Gerald Robinson attempted to hold a special quorum court meeting Tuesday night to address the situation. However, the meeting could not proceed due to a lack of quorum. Six Justices, Alfred Carroll, Reginald Adams,... Read More.

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Retired Army Colonel Nate Todd Announces Candidacy for Jefferson County Judge

Friday, October 17 by Greg

Retired Colonel Nate Todd—a U.S. Army veteran with deep roots in Pine Bluff and a long history of serving the local community—announced today that he is running for Jefferson County Judge. Col. Todd was born and raised in Pine Bluff, attending Carver Elementary and Pine... Read More.

Rayford is Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week

Thursday, October 16 by Greg

Watson Chapel Wildcat Malachi Rayford is this weeks Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the week. Shown here with Coach Steven Heard on left and Bonnette on right. This week Rayford and his Wildcats host White Hall Friday night at 7pm.

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Body of Missing Fisherman Recovered at Pine Bluff Arsenal

Wednesday, October 15 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) confirmed Thursday morning that the body of 63-year-old Ricky Wooten, who went missing during a fishing trip at the Pine Bluff Arsenal, has been recovered from the Arkansas River. According to JCSO, the agency’s Marine Patrol responded just after... Read More.

Jacob Palmer Announces Candidacy for Grant County Circuit Clerk

Wednesday, October 15 by Luke Matheson

Jacob Palmer has announced his candidacy for Grant County Circuit Clerk, running as a Republican in the upcoming election. Palmer, a lifelong resident of Grant County and graduate of Sheridan High School, said his decision to run comes after “much thought, prayer, and conversation” with... Read More.

Stories tagged with: county

Desha County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in Vehicle Theft

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Multiple Ordinances; Seven Justices Call for New Special Meeting

County Judge orders County Clerk to pay claim for back pay

Arkansas Law Blocks Recall Elections for Jefferson County Officials Amid Growing Frustrations

Bear killed in Newton County not responsible for death of Missouri man

Jefferson County Partners Launch Prescription Drug Take Back Event to Fight Opioid Abuse

Jefferson County Woman Charged with Threatening Father Released Pending Court Date

Vendor Service Halt Leaves Jefferson County in Stalemate as Quorum Court Fails to Meet

Retired Army Colonel Nate Todd Announces Candidacy for Jefferson County Judge

Rayford is Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week

Body of Missing Fisherman Recovered at Pine Bluff Arsenal

Jacob Palmer Announces Candidacy for Grant County Circuit Clerk

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