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1 killed, 1 injured in Jefferson County head on collision

Sunday, February 16 by Luke Matheson

One person was killed and another person was injured in a two-vehicle crash Friday night in rural Jefferson County according to a preliminary report from the Arkansas State Police. According to the report a Nissan was driving south in the northbound lane of US Highway... Read More.

Jefferson County faces budget crisis impacting growth and recruitment

Wednesday, February 12 by Alex Bivens

A former member of the Jefferson County Quorum Court who would go on to be elected County Judge and then a member of the Arkansas House of Representatives, Mike Holcomb was asked if things ever got as bad as they are now with members... Read More.

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Conway County Landowner Uses UAPB Forestry Program to Preserve Family Heritage

Wednesday, February 12 by Alex Bivens

At age 74, Woodson Walker, a retired attorney and a 1971 alumnus of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB), says he has found his life’s calling. Inspired by his participation in UAPB’s “Keeping it in the Family” Sustainable Forestry and Land Retention... Read More.

Cooper wins Jefferson County POW award from Kevin Bonnette State Farm

Tuesday, February 11 by Greg

Kha'Leyce Cooper, who recently passed 1000 career points accepts her Kevin Bonnette State Farm Jefferson County Player of the Week award after posting a triple double in win over Crossett. Pictured with her are WC Coach Lanell Brown on left and Bonnette on right.

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Paychecks issued to Jefferson County employees after Governor signs SB 182 into law

Tuesday, February 11 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County employees have started picking up paychecks after going two pay periods without money due to the ongoing budget impasse by the Jefferson County Quorum Court. The paychecks come after Senate Bill 182 was signed into law by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on... Read More.

Barnes joins Talk Back Live to talk about legislation

Tuesday, February 11 by Alex Bivens

State Representative Glenn Barnes of Pine Bluff was one of the sponsors of legislation signed into law Monday by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders that will allow Jefferson County employees to get paid. Barnes, a freshman legislator who took office in January appeared on Talk Back... Read More.

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Representative Mike Holcomb discussed the legislation passed to get Jefferson County employees paid

Tuesday, February 11 by Alex Bivens

Current member of the Arkansas House of Representatives and former Jefferson County Judge Mike Holcomb was one of the members of the legislature from Jefferson County who got involved in sponsoring legislation that will allow Jefferson County employees to get paid. On Monday, Governor Sara... Read More.

Administrative Assistant refuses to sign payroll in Jefferson County Judge’s absence

Monday, February 10 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has provided the following statement regarding payroll not being signed: "We have no problem signing payroll," said Robinson. "She simply asked for the signed bill as when we get it. Payroll will be signed immediately once obtained." ORIGINAL STORY: Despite Senate... Read More.

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8 JPs “No Show” as attempt to pass budget fails again in Jefferson County

Saturday, February 8 by Greg

By Ray King A last-ditch effort to get a 2025 Jefferson County budget passed was over almost before it began Saturday as only four Justices of the Peace showed up, with the other 8 failing to appear. Attending the meeting were Justices Ted Harden, Jimmy Fisher,... Read More.

FAA provides preliminary report following Lincoln County plane crash

Friday, February 7 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: The FAA has provided a preliminary report to Deltaplex News following a plane crash that took place in Lincoln County Wednesday night. According to the report the plane has been identified as a Beechcraft Baron 58P with a registration number N138TL. The crash happened... Read More.

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A $20k bond was set for a Jefferson County man being charged with residential burglary

Thursday, February 6 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $20,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man accused of being involved in a burglary in the county in January. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Christopher Reed, 45,... Read More.

Budget Stalemate Sparks Heated Debates at Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting

Thursday, February 6 by Alex Bivens

Multiple shouting matches erupted Tuesday night when the Jefferson County Quorum Court once again failed to pass a 2025 budget. During a budget and finance committee session which preceded the regular meeting of the county’s legislative body, a budget that had been created by some... Read More.

Stories tagged with: county

1 killed, 1 injured in Jefferson County head on collision

Jefferson County faces budget crisis impacting growth and recruitment

Conway County Landowner Uses UAPB Forestry Program to Preserve Family Heritage

Cooper wins Jefferson County POW award from Kevin Bonnette State Farm

Paychecks issued to Jefferson County employees after Governor signs SB 182 into law

Barnes joins Talk Back Live to talk about legislation

Representative Mike Holcomb discussed the legislation passed to get Jefferson County employees paid

Administrative Assistant refuses to sign payroll in Jefferson County Judge’s absence

8 JPs “No Show” as attempt to pass budget fails again in Jefferson County

FAA provides preliminary report following Lincoln County plane crash

A $20k bond was set for a Jefferson County man being charged with residential burglary

Budget Stalemate Sparks Heated Debates at Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting

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