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One vehicle accident claims life in Saline County

Monday, July 22 by Ray King

Hot Springs National Park man was killed Monday morning in a one-vehicle accident in Saline County. According to a preliminary report, James M. Schoggin was southbound on Highway 228 near Peeler Bend on a 2003 Suzuki GSX R600 and while negotiating a left curve, the... Read More.

Two bonds for $50k set for two Jefferson County men being charged with theft of property

Wednesday, July 17 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King Two Jefferson County men accused of being involved in a scam at the Walmart Supercenter for several weeks were arrested Monday following an investigation by police. Montrell Vanderbilt. 27, and Jermaine Scott, 31, were taken into custody after police located a vehicle the... Read More.

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Drew County Quorum Court approves funds for courthouse locks, new landfill cells

Friday, July 12 by Ray King

The Drew County Quorum Court voted last week to pay for the installation of electronic locks on the doors of the courtroom. Judge Rober Gibson requested the locks, saying that the design of the courthouse makes it impossible to place bailiffs at every door due... Read More.

Former Congressman, Pulaski County Sheriff Robinson dies at 82

Thursday, July 11 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Tommy Robinson, who gained notoriety as an Arkansas sheriff for tactics that included chaining inmates outside a state prison to protest overcrowding, has died. He was 82. Robinson died at a Forrest City hospital Wednesday night of... Read More.

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Jefferson County Asset Mapping meeting

Monday, July 8 by Alex Bivens

Things you DO NOT WANT to MISS...THIS! Grab your organization and meet me at the Pine Bluff / Jefferson County Library System, so many exciting updates will be shared in this meeting! Open and Free to the public! "Uniting Jefferson County: Your One-Stop Resource Roundup!" The... Read More.

A $10k bond was for a Jefferson County man being charged with aggravated assault

Thursday, July 4 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $10,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man who allegedly pointed a gun at a neighbor and threatened to kill him. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Barry Beasley,... Read More.

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Hit and Run late Wednesday kills 1 on I-530 in Jefferson County

Thursday, July 4 by Greg

Arkansas State Police investigators are asking the public to help identify the driver of a vehicle that struck and killed a 19-year-old Bentonville woman late Wednesday, July 3, 2024, on Interstate 530 in Jefferson County. Witnesses reported that the vehicle struck Kalei Owen, 19, of... Read More.

Cherokee Nation Entertainment awarded Pope County Casino license

Thursday, June 27 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Racing Commission issued the Pope County casino license to Oklahoma-based Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE). The unanimous decision came after Thursday's meeting where commissioners interviewed representatives from Cherokee and reviewed their application. CNE's development plans consist of a $300 million-plus investment in Pope... Read More.

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Grant County Judge reports on infrastructure projects

Thursday, June 27 by Ray King

Grant County Judge Randy Pruitt updated members of the Quorum Court on infrastructure projects during the most recent meeting of the county’s legislative body. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the judge said the new County Annex is on track for a tentative opening Aug.... Read More.

A $5k bond was set for a Jefferson County man on drug related charges

Tuesday, June 25 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Tuesday for a Jefferson County man on a drug related charge. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Marcus Sewell with possession of a controlled substance with purpose... Read More.

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A $15k bond was set for a Jefferson County man being charged with possession of a controlled substance and tamperig with evidence

Thursday, June 20 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Thursday for a Jefferson County man currently on parole on drug related charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Jeffery Hooks with possession of a controlled substance,... Read More.

Monticello, Drew County report sales tax collection increases

Friday, June 14 by Ray King

Sales tax collections in Monticello and Drew County increased in May, compared to the previous year, according to the Monticello Economic Development Commission. County sales taxes collected totaled $548.822, up from $531.071 in May 2023. The Advance Monticellonian newspaper reported that the City of Monticello collected... Read More.

Stories tagged with: county

One vehicle accident claims life in Saline County

Two bonds for $50k set for two Jefferson County men being charged with theft of property

Drew County Quorum Court approves funds for courthouse locks, new landfill cells

Former Congressman, Pulaski County Sheriff Robinson dies at 82

Jefferson County Asset Mapping meeting

A $10k bond was for a Jefferson County man being charged with aggravated assault

Hit and Run late Wednesday kills 1 on I-530 in Jefferson County

Cherokee Nation Entertainment awarded Pope County Casino license

Grant County Judge reports on infrastructure projects

A $15k bond was set for a Jefferson County man being charged with possession of a controlled substance and tamperig with evidence

Monticello, Drew County report sales tax collection increases

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