county – Page 45 – Deltaplex News

Monticello man killed in Lincoln County accident

Sunday, March 2 by Luke Matheson

A single-vehicle accident occurred early Friday morning in Lincoln County, resulting in the death of 19-year-old Drake Woods from Monticello. The incident took place on U.S. Highway 425 near Star City, where Woods was traveling northbound in a 2019 Dodge Ram, according to a report... Read More.

Drew County woman receives 10 years probation for theft of property charges; must repay $20,000

Thursday, February 27 by Luke Matheson

Amy Abney, the former president of Second Chance Fur Dogs, a charity based in Monticello, recently entered a guilty plea for theft of property in Drew County Circuit Court. The Drew County Prosecuting Attorney's office had charged Abney and Andrea Chambers with felony theft,... Read More.

Loading advertisement…

Grant County appropriates money for road work

Thursday, February 27 by Ray King

At its recent meeting, the Grant County Quorum Court approved legislation allocating funds for additional work on county roads. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the court approved an additional $1.2 million which County Judge Randy Pruitt said will allow the county to pave 10... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office warns of new text scam

Wednesday, February 26 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff' Office (JCSO) is issuing a public warning about a recent text scam that has been reported by concerned citizens. The text message is regarding the supposed violation of a toll and reads as follows: "The Toll Roads Notice of Toll Evasion: Our... Read More.

Loading advertisement…

Jeff Gross Discusses the Creation of Jefferson County Sports Hall of Fame on Talk Back Live

Tuesday, February 25 by Greg

One of the people responsible for the creation of the Sports Hall of Fame Museum for Jefferson County talked about it when he appeared on Talk Back Live with Floyd Donald Tuesday. Jeff Gross was asked how it came about and answered this way. Gross said... Read More.

Eudora man arrested on multiple drug charges in Desha County

Tuesday, February 25 by Luke Matheson

On Feb. 22 Desha County Deputy Kerri Womack was patrolling the area of U.S. Highway 65 on the south end of Dumas, when she encountered a northbound vehicle travelling 75- mph in a 60-mph zone. Deputy Womack initiated a traffic stop on the white... Read More.

Loading advertisement…

Rick Victorino Joins Jefferson County Quorum Court Amid Budget Dispute

Monday, February 24 by Greg

By Ray King Richard “Rick” Victorino got his first look at the Jefferson County Quorum Court Monday night, joining a special meeting that had been called in an attempt to pass a 2025 budget. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders appointed Victorino to replace Justice of the Peace... Read More.

Jefferson County Quorum Court Stalemate Continues as Budget Vote Fails Again

Monday, February 24 by Greg

By Ray King Another special meeting of the Jefferson County Quorum Court Monday ended the same way all the previous meetings for the past two months have ended, with no progress. The almost $38-million budget easily passed a special meeting of the court’s Finance Committee but... Read More.

Loading advertisement…

Richard “Rick” Victorino appointed to Jefferson County Quorum Court by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders

Friday, February 21 by Luke Matheson

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed a new Quorum Court member in Jefferson County. Richard "Rick" Victorino, a Republican from Pine Bluff, will serve as Justice of the Peace for District 11 in Jefferson County Victorino will finish the remaining term for Danny Holcomb, who... Read More.

$500,000 bond set for man accused of murder in Drew County

Friday, February 21 by Luke Matheson

A $500,000 bond has been given to a Drew County man in relation to a murder that took place on Feb. 13. According to a press release from the Drew County Sheriff’s Office a 911 call was received at 8:14 p.m. on Feb. 13 in... Read More.

Loading advertisement…

Weston wins Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week

Tuesday, February 18 by Greg

White Hall High School basketballs Blair Weston recently won the Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the week award. Pictured here with Bonnette and Head Coach Dustin Powell.

Grant county man sentenced to prison for 2 counts of manslaughter

Monday, February 17 by Luke Matheson

Teresa Howell, Prosecuting Attorney for the Seventh Judicial District, announced on February 13, 2025, a Grant County jury convicted 34-year-old Blake Allen Wimberly of two (2) counts of Manslaughter, each a Class C felony punishable up to a maximum of 10 years in the... Read More.

Stories tagged with: county

Monticello man killed in Lincoln County accident

Drew County woman receives 10 years probation for theft of property charges; must repay $20,000

Grant County appropriates money for road work

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office warns of new text scam

Jeff Gross Discusses the Creation of Jefferson County Sports Hall of Fame on Talk Back Live

Eudora man arrested on multiple drug charges in Desha County

Rick Victorino Joins Jefferson County Quorum Court Amid Budget Dispute

Jefferson County Quorum Court Stalemate Continues as Budget Vote Fails Again

Richard “Rick” Victorino appointed to Jefferson County Quorum Court by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders

$500,000 bond set for man accused of murder in Drew County

Weston wins Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week

Grant county man sentenced to prison for 2 counts of manslaughter

Current Weather