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Drew County, Monticello Secure $157K Grant for Road Improvements to Lake Monticello, Saline River Access

Tuesday, July 15 by Luke Matheson

A joint initiative between Drew County and the City of Monticello will result in improved access to Lake Monticello and the Saline River, thanks to a $157,500 grant awarded through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Marine Fuel Tax Program. County Judge Jessie Griffin received... Read More.

Ongoing Jefferson County Dispute Impacts Community and Law Enforcement Protocols

Tuesday, July 15 by Luke Matheson

The conflict between Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and members of the Quorum Court has been going on for must of this year and it is effecting everyone in the county in one way or the other. White Hall Police Chief Mickey Buffkin was asked... Read More.

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Contentious Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting Ends in Stalemate Over Agenda Dispute

Monday, July 14 by Alex Bivens

Another Jefferson County Quorum Court meeting was marked by disagreement and disruption Monday night at the Jefferson County Courthouse. Once again, two separate agenda packets were presented—one from the office of County Judge Gerald Robinson and another from the County Clerk’s office. The conflicting documents... Read More.

Jefferson County Man Faces Drug Charge with $10,000 Bond Set

Sunday, July 13 by Luke Matheson

A $10,000 bond was set Friday for a Jefferson County man on a drug related charge. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Javonte Shelton, 21, with possession of a controlled substance with purpose to... Read More.

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Dallas County Sheriff Addresses Public on Traffic Stop Conduct, Reports Busy Holiday Weekend of Arrests

Friday, July 11 by Luke Matheson

Dallas County Sheriff Mike Knoedl is encouraging the public to be cooperative and respectful during traffic stops, following several incidents that disrupted ongoing investigations. “Recording a traffic stop is perfectly fine,” Knoedl said. “However, if you interfere with an investigation, you will be arrested.” He... Read More.

Jefferson County Man Faces Rape Charges with $100,000 Bond Set

Friday, July 11 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Friday for a Jefferson County man accused of sexually assaulting a juvenile. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge James Johnson, 19, with rape. The allegation is based on... Read More.

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Rick Victorino Considers Bid for Jefferson County Judge Seat

Wednesday, July 9 by Alex Bivens

With election season fast approaching, several local politicians are weighing the possibility of running for office. Among them is Richard "Rick" Victorino, who was recently appointed to the Jefferson County Quorum Court. Victorino told Floyd Donald that he is considering a run for Jefferson County... Read More.

Jefferson County Quorum Court Faces Continued Discord Amid Budget Disputes

Tuesday, July 8 by Luke Matheson

A committee meeting of the Jefferson County Quorum Court once again saw heated exchanges and internal discord, continuing a trend of contentious sessions over the past several months. Despite the disagreements, the committees managed to secure enough support to advance four appropriations to the... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting to Address Veto Override and Budget Transfers

Tuesday, July 8 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court will hold its monthly committee meeting on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Jefferson County Courthouse, followed by a full quorum court meeting immediately following committee meetings.. The Quorum Court agenda includes several items of new business,... Read More.

Ouachita County Man Arrested for Perjury and Illegal Voting in 2024 Election

Monday, July 7 by Luke Matheson

A Ouachita County resident has been arrested on felony charges related to voter fraud during the 2024 general election, following an investigation by the Arkansas Attorney General’s Election Integrity Unit (EIU). Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Monday that Thomas Wesson has been charged with perjury... Read More.

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Jefferson County Man Faces Terroristic Threatening Charges with $5,000 Bond Set

Sunday, June 29 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Friday for a Jefferson County man accused of threatening relatives during an altercation. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Martin Davis, 47, with terroristic threatening. The court hearing... Read More.

Grant County Quorum Court hears proposal for energy farm and data center

Sunday, June 29 by Ray King

A proposal to create a data center and solar farm to provide energy for the center was discussed by the Grant County Quorum Court at its recent meeting. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, Clark Bixler, director of development for Clear Cloud Energy told the... Read More.

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Drew County, Monticello Secure $157K Grant for Road Improvements to Lake Monticello, Saline River Access

Ongoing Jefferson County Dispute Impacts Community and Law Enforcement Protocols

Contentious Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting Ends in Stalemate Over Agenda Dispute

Jefferson County Man Faces Drug Charge with $10,000 Bond Set

Dallas County Sheriff Addresses Public on Traffic Stop Conduct, Reports Busy Holiday Weekend of Arrests

Jefferson County Man Faces Rape Charges with $100,000 Bond Set

Rick Victorino Considers Bid for Jefferson County Judge Seat

Jefferson County Quorum Court Faces Continued Discord Amid Budget Disputes

Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting to Address Veto Override and Budget Transfers

Ouachita County Man Arrested for Perjury and Illegal Voting in 2024 Election

Jefferson County Man Faces Terroristic Threatening Charges with $5,000 Bond Set

Grant County Quorum Court hears proposal for energy farm and data center

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