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Jefferson County reminds to be mindful during extreme heat and dry conditions

Wednesday, August 13 by Alex Bivens

Jefferson County Judge's Office wants to remind everyone that due to the extreme heat and dry weather several counties have been placed in a burn ban. While Jefferson County is not currently in a burn ban they would like everyone to be mindful of... Read More.

Desha County Sheriff Mitch Grant Announces Re-Election Bid

Wednesday, August 13 by Luke Matheson

Sheriff Mitch Grant has formally announced his intention to seek another term as Desha County’s top law enforcement officer. Grant, who has served as sheriff since January 1, 2023, made the announcement in a press release Wednesday, calling the role “the highest privilege of... Read More.

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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Retires Beloved K-9 “Ioni” After Years of Dedicated Service

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

For much of its history, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) operated without a dedicated K-9 program. That changed in the late 1990s, when the agency began to see the value of highly trained police dogs in both patrol and narcotics work. The department’s first... Read More.

Jefferson County Wildfire Near Highway 79 and Hudson Cemetery Road Contained

Tuesday, August 12 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE 3:55 PM: The Arkansas Forestry Division and local volunteer fire departments have contained the fire. Deltaplex News is told that approximately one acre of land was burned. The lack of wind in the area helped firefighters to contain the fire very quickly. ORIGINAL STORY: Several fire... Read More.

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Cleveland County reports increase in sales tax collections

Tuesday, August 12 by Ray King

Sales tax collections in Cleveland County have shown an increase this year, according to the Cleveland County Herald. The newspaper reported that the county saw a 12-percent increase in the one-cent tax collection for July, compared to July 2024. That translated to collections of $46,472.19 last... Read More.

Jefferson County Quorum Court Stalemate: Procedural Disputes and Financial Concerns Persist

Monday, August 11 by Luke Matheson

Monday night’s Jefferson County Quorum Court meeting unfolded much like recent months — with no business accomplished. The session ended before it began when seven justices refused to enter the meeting room, leaving no quorum. Justices Reginald Adams, Melanie Johnson Dumas, Margarette Williams, Alfred Carrol,... Read More.

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Man Killed in ATV Crash on Highway 425 in Lincoln County

Monday, August 11 by Luke Matheson

A man is dead following an ATV accident Monday evening on U.S. Highway 425 near the Tarry community, according to Lincoln County Sheriff Steve Young. Law enforcement officers responded to the scene, with the Arkansas State Police taking charge of the investigation since the crash... Read More.

Jefferson County Man Arrested for Criminal Impersonation, Possible Additional Victims Sought

Monday, August 11 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division has arrested a man accused of impersonating a law enforcement officer and unlawfully taking property from a citizen. The investigation began on Thursday, August 7, 2025, after reports that a Black male approached a citizen who was... Read More.

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Arkansas State Police Investigating Inmate Death in Monroe County

Monday, August 11 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division is assisting the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office in a suspected homicide involving a 44-year-old inmate at the Monroe County Detention Center. Terry Craig, of Clarendon, was booked into the jail at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, August 8, 2025,... Read More.

Arkansas County Judge Declares Burn Ban

Monday, August 11 by Ray King

Arkansas County Judge Thomas “Eddie” Best has declared a county-wide burn ban that became effective at noon on Monday. The notification bans any and all burning in the county and will remain in effect until further notice. Any questions about the ban should be directed to... Read More.

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Lincoln County Issues Burn Ban Due to Dry Conditions

Monday, August 11 by Luke Matheson

Lincoln County is now under a burn ban following an order issued this morning by County Judge Buddy Lynn Earnest. He told Deltaplex News he waited till today but kept a close eye on the conditions The decision comes as a precautionary measure due to a... Read More.

Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. Seeks Third Term in Jefferson County

Saturday, August 9 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. has announced he will run for a third term, pledging to build on the progress made during his nearly seven years in office. First elected in 2018, Woods began his career with the sheriff’s office more than two decades... Read More.

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Jefferson County reminds to be mindful during extreme heat and dry conditions

Desha County Sheriff Mitch Grant Announces Re-Election Bid

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Retires Beloved K-9 “Ioni” After Years of Dedicated Service

Jefferson County Wildfire Near Highway 79 and Hudson Cemetery Road Contained

Cleveland County reports increase in sales tax collections

Jefferson County Quorum Court Stalemate: Procedural Disputes and Financial Concerns Persist

Man Killed in ATV Crash on Highway 425 in Lincoln County

Jefferson County Man Arrested for Criminal Impersonation, Possible Additional Victims Sought

Arkansas State Police Investigating Inmate Death in Monroe County

Arkansas County Judge Declares Burn Ban

Lincoln County Issues Burn Ban Due to Dry Conditions

Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. Seeks Third Term in Jefferson County

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