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Two defendants enter negotiated pleas in Desha County Circuit Court

Friday, May 1 by Luke Matheson

Two individuals accepted negotiated plea agreements during proceedings held April 20 in Desha County Circuit Court. Kendrix Holley pleaded to first-degree endangering the welfare of a minor and was sentenced to time served, followed by three years of suspended imposition of sentence. Jamey Willhite pleaded to... Read More.

5 dead in small plane crash south of Austin, county official says

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

(WIMBERLEY, Texas) -- Five people were killed in a plane crash in Texas on Thursday night, investigators said.Hayes County Judge Ruben Becerra said first responders received a call around 11:00 p.m. local time of a plane down in the area of Wimberley, which is... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff Leads Petition to Induct Monte Coleman into Pro Football Hall of Fame

Thursday, April 30 by Luke Matheson

Following the death of former UAPB head football coach and multi-time Super Bowl champion Monte Coleman over the weekend, tributes have poured in from across the country honoring one of Pine Bluff’s most respected figures. Now, Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. is helping to... Read More.

Ex-Fulton County Jail detainee alleges hands, legs amputated after medical neglect

Wednesday, April 29 by ABC News

(ATLANTA) -- Former Fulton County Jail detainee Rashaad Muhammad detailed what he said was a harrowing experience being held at the Atlanta, Georgia, facility from August 2025 to February of this year.After being arrested on Aug. 11, the 33-year-old -- who used a cane... Read More.

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Grant County Man Sentenced to 45 Years on Drug Convictions

Tuesday, April 28 by Luke Matheson

A Grant County jury has convicted a man on drug charges and recommended the maximum sentence, resulting in a combined 45-year prison term, according to the Seventh Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Prosecuting Attorney Teresa Howell announced that a jury of 10 women and two... Read More.

Man Arrested After Attempted Contraband Delivery at Jefferson County Jail

Tuesday, April 28 by Luke Matheson

A man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he attempted to bring drugs and other contraband into the W.C. “Dub” Brassell Adult Detention Center. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, detention center staff on April 27 observed former detainee Ashton Tripp, who... Read More.

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Suspect Arrested in Jefferson County Theft and Burglary Spree After Multi Agency Investigation

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

A man is in custody following a multi-agency investigation into a series of thefts and burglaries across Jefferson County and other parts of Arkansas. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, 32-year-old Paul Weeks has been identified as a suspect in multiple... Read More.

Inmate Dies After Medical Emergency at Jefferson County Detention Center

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

An inmate at the W.C. “Dub” Brassell Detention Center has died following a medical emergency, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said detention center staff responded at approximately 4:06 p.m. on April 27 to detainee Eddie Williams, who was experiencing a medical issue... Read More.

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Cleveland County Sheriff Promotes Safe Prescription Drug Disposal with Take-Back Program

Monday, April 27 by Luke Matheson

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its efforts to combat prescription drug misuse by participating in the Statewide Drug Take-Back Program. The program provides residents with a safe and secure way to dispose of unused or unwanted medications at the sheriff’s office dispatch center,... Read More.

Jefferson County Burn Ban Lifted

Friday, April 24 by Luke Matheson

The burn ban for Jefferson County has been lifted effective immediately, according to County Judge Gerald Robinson. While outdoor burning is now permitted, officials are urging residents to use extreme caution. Safety guidelines include attending fires at all times, avoiding burning during high winds and... Read More.

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Father arrested in death of 2-month-old in Jefferson County

Wednesday, April 22 by Luke Matheson

A Jefferson County man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 2-month-old child, according to authorities. Timothy Martin, 36, was taken into custody just before 1 a.m. Wednesday, according to jail records from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. He is charged with... Read More.

Drew County Quorum Court approves money for jail cameras

Tuesday, April 21 by Ray King

A new camera system will be installed in the Drew County Detention Center in the near future after the quorum court approved funding for it. According to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper, at a previous meeting, the county’s legislative body approved $212,583.41 for the camera system,... Read More.

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Two defendants enter negotiated pleas in Desha County Circuit Court

5 dead in small plane crash south of Austin, county official says

Jefferson County Sheriff Leads Petition to Induct Monte Coleman into Pro Football Hall of Fame

Ex-Fulton County Jail detainee alleges hands, legs amputated after medical neglect

Grant County Man Sentenced to 45 Years on Drug Convictions

Man Arrested After Attempted Contraband Delivery at Jefferson County Jail

Suspect Arrested in Jefferson County Theft and Burglary Spree After Multi Agency Investigation

Inmate Dies After Medical Emergency at Jefferson County Detention Center

Cleveland County Sheriff Promotes Safe Prescription Drug Disposal with Take-Back Program

Jefferson County Burn Ban Lifted

Father arrested in death of 2-month-old in Jefferson County

Drew County Quorum Court approves money for jail cameras

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