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Pine Bluff Police Searching for Suspect After Shooting at Convenience Store

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with a Friday shooting that injured one person at Two Brothers One Stop, located at 2215 S. Blake St. Police are looking for Tereon Watts, 22, described as a Black male standing 5 feet,... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Officer Arrested on Domestic Battery Charge

Friday, December 12 by Alex Bivens

UPDATE: Deltaplex News has learned that Damian Durham has submitted his resignation to the Pine Bluff Police Department following his arrest Thursday night. ORIGINAL STORY: A Pine Bluff police officer was arrested Thursday night on a charge of third-degree domestic battering, according to jail records obtained... Read More.

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AG Opinion: County Judges and Justices of the Peace Are Entitled to Back Pay Under Act 24

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued an opinion Friday concluding that county judges and justices of the peace are entitled to receive back pay under Act 24 of 2025 once a county’s annual appropriation ordinance is adopted. The opinion, requested by Eleventh-West Judicial District Prosecuting... Read More.

Sheridan City Council gets updates on parks, streets and more at recent meeting

Friday, December 12 by Ray King

The Sheridan City Council heard a number of updates from city departments at its meeting recently, according to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper. Parks and Recreation Director Joel Stanton reported that soccer, softball and baseball will begin in January. In a related matter, the council approved... Read More.

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Miracle on Main Live Performances Set for This Weekend at Arts and Science Center

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

The Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas will be presenting two performances of “Miracle on Main,” one Friday night, the second Saturday night, beginning at 7 p.m. Scott Robinson, a member of the board, said there will be singing, dancing, and a lot more... Read More.

Woodlawn School District accepts state partnership money for career education building

Friday, December 12 by Ray King

The Woodlawn School District has officially accepted nearly $1.3 million in state partnership money to help build a new Career Education Center. According to the Cleveland County Herald, Superintendent Dr. Kevin Hancock said the district’s board accepted the money during its most recent meeting. The school... Read More.

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High Speed Chase in Pine Bluff Leads to Multiple Arrests on Weapons and Gang Charges

Friday, December 12 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A high-speed chase that began on the east side of Pine Bluff Thursday afternoon and ended on the west side resulted in the arrest of two men on weapons and gang related charges. The owner of the car was also arrested on an... Read More.

Arkansas Supreme Court Appoints Special Judge in Lawsuit Challenging Sheriff Woods’ Eligibility

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Supreme Court has appointed Judge Randall Wright as a special judge to preside over a high-profile lawsuit seeking to remove Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr. from the 2026 election ballot, after all local judges recused themselves from the case. The appointment comes... Read More.

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FBI Warns of Rising Holiday Scams Driven by AI, Urges Americans to “Take a Beat” Before Acting

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

As scammers increasingly rely on pressure tactics and artificial intelligence to steal money and personal information, the FBI is urging Americans to slow down, verify claims and talk with family members about fraud risks during the holiday season. “If you feel pressured to act fast,... Read More.

Oklahoma Man Held on $100K Bond After High Speed Chase and Drug Charges in Pine Bluff

Friday, December 12 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Friday for an Oklahoma man on multiple drug and weapons charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Jakwon Rauls, 21, of Oklahoma City with felony fleeing, simultaneous... Read More.

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Arkansas State Police Recognize Officers at Annual Officer of the Year Awards

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

Trooper Hunter Grubbs was named 2025 Statewide Officer of the Year at the 23rd annual Officer of the Year Awards ceremony held at the Benton Events Center on Thursday. Grubbs, who also received recognition as the Southwest Regional winner, was honored for his outstanding... Read More.

Two Men Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit Through Central Pine Bluff

Friday, December 12 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff Police arrested two men Thursday afternoon after a lengthy and dangerous vehicle chase that wound through multiple neighborhood streets in the central part of the city. The driver, Vernon Lee McCraney, 23, of Pine Bluff, was taken into custody and faces several felony... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Searching for Suspect After Shooting at Convenience Store

Pine Bluff Police Officer Arrested on Domestic Battery Charge

AG Opinion: County Judges and Justices of the Peace Are Entitled to Back Pay Under Act 24

Sheridan City Council gets updates on parks, streets and more at recent meeting

Miracle on Main Live Performances Set for This Weekend at Arts and Science Center

Woodlawn School District accepts state partnership money for career education building

High Speed Chase in Pine Bluff Leads to Multiple Arrests on Weapons and Gang Charges

Arkansas Supreme Court Appoints Special Judge in Lawsuit Challenging Sheriff Woods’ Eligibility

FBI Warns of Rising Holiday Scams Driven by AI, Urges Americans to “Take a Beat” Before Acting

Oklahoma Man Held on $100K Bond After High Speed Chase and Drug Charges in Pine Bluff

Arkansas State Police Recognize Officers at Annual Officer of the Year Awards

Two Men Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit Through Central Pine Bluff

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