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Three Desha County Residents Arrested Following Break-In and Vandalism Investigation

Monday, February 9 by Luke Matheson

Three Desha County residents were arrested Wednesday, Feb. 4, following an investigation into a reported break-in and vandalism at a residence in Reed. According to the Desha County Sheriff’s Office, Sergeant Alan Hernandez was dispatched to the residence after receiving a report of possible theft.... Read More.

Woods files motion to dismiss; Cannon responds in Sheriff eligibility dispute

Monday, February 9 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. has asked a circuit court judge to dismiss a lawsuit that claims he is ineligible to serve or run for sheriff, while the plaintiff has filed a response opposing the motion ahead of a scheduled hearing. The lawsuit was... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court to consider road department changes, FEMA funds and grant ordinances

Monday, February 9 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court will meet Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Jefferson County Courthouse with several funding and budget ordinances on the agenda, including measures coming through committee and others added by supersponsorship. Following routine reports from the treasurer, committees and constitutional officers,... Read More.

Altheimer Man Held on Drug and Weapons Charges After Traffic Stop

Monday, February 9 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $20,000 bond was set Monday for an Altheimer man on drug and weapons charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Markel Woolfolk, 20, with possession of a controlled substance with purpose... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Man Held on Drug Charges After Vehicle Fire Incident

Monday, February 9 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $15,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man on drug related charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Tommie Rogers, 61, with possession of a controlled substance and possession... Read More.

Two Arrested Near Prisons After Drugs and Gun Found in Vehicle

Monday, February 9 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King Bonds of $25,000 each were set Monday for two people arrested Saturday after drugs and a gun were found in a vehicle near two Department of Corrections prisons. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause... Read More.

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UAMS announces $40 million in federal grants thanks to Senator Boozman

Monday, February 9 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) announced today that it will receive $40 million in congressional appropriations for a variety of programs, including several targeting Arkansas’ high rates of infant and maternal mortality. The funds, which were included in the... Read More.