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$7,500 Bond Set for Woman Who’s Dogs Allegedly Killed Pine Bluff Man

Wednesday, March 4 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $7,500 bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff woman whose dogs reportedly attacked a man Feb. 26, resulting in the man’s death. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Crystal Mayo,... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Chief Apologizes for Communication Lapses in Recent Investigations

Wednesday, March 4 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department has acknowledged shortcomings in communication with families affected by recent criminal investigations and pledged to improve transparency moving forward. In a letter dated March 4, 2026, Chief Shawn Davis addressed “The Citizens of Pine Bluff and the Families Affected by... Read More.

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Woods Wins Democratic Primary for Jefferson County Sheriff; Court Hearing Could Impact Ballot Status

Tuesday, March 3 by Alex Bivens

Lafayette Woods Jr. has won the Democratic primary for Jefferson County Sheriff, defeating challenger Mark Cannon 4,882 votes to 2,547, according to unofficial results. However, a court hearing scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday before Judge Randall Wright could potentially affect Woods’ status on the 2026... Read More.

Jefferson County Primary Election Results Set Stage for Key Runoff Races

Tuesday, March 3 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A run-off will be needed in four weeks to decide the Democratic Party nominee for Jefferson County Judge after the party primary Tuesday. Current County Judge Gerald Robinson finished second to attorney Efrem Neely Sr., in the five-man race with Robinson getting 1,776... Read More.

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Chad Kelley Wins Eighth Term as Jefferson County Coroner

Tuesday, March 3 by Luke Matheson

Chad Kelley has won reelection to an eighth term as Jefferson County Coroner, defeating Jamal Gordon 3,865 to 3,658 in a closely contested race. Kelley spoke with Deltaplex News on Tuesday night to share his thoughts on securing another term in office. In recent weeks, several... Read More.

Sheriff Steve Young Wins Reelection in Lincoln County

Tuesday, March 3 by Luke Matheson

Lincoln County Sheriff Steve Young has won reelection, defeating Joe Paul Harrell by a vote of 750 to 511. Young spoke with Deltaplex News following the release of the unofficial results to share his thoughts on securing another term in office. He shared some of the... Read More.

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Deltaplex Area Unofficial Election Results for Jefferson, Cleveland, Grant, and Lincoln Counties

Tuesday, March 3 by Luke Matheson

Unofficial election results are in from several Deltaplex area counties, and we are sharing them below: JEFFERSON COUNTY County Judge Efrem B. Neely Sr. — 2,076 Gerald L. Robinson — 1,776 Eric Walden Jr. — 1,711 Jeff Edwards — 1,530 Michael J. Turley — 521 Total Votes... Read More.

Two Sought on Manslaughter Charges After Man Found Dead on South Oak Street

Tuesday, March 3 by Luke Matheson

Two people are being sought on manslaughter charges after authorities determined that dogs they owned fatally attacked a 63-year-old man whose body was discovered last week. According to the Pine Bluff Police Department, officers responded just after 6:30 a.m. Feb. 26 to the 2105 block... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Man Held on Bond for Alleged Beating of Son

Tuesday, March 3 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Monday for a Pine Bluff man accused of beating his son. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Ronald Chestnut, 39, with second-degree domestic battery. Reading from an affidavit... Read More.

Engineering firm sued over alleged error in plans for Convention Center hotel

Tuesday, March 3 by Ray King

By Ray King A lawsuit has been filed against a Georgia based engineering firm, two of its engineers and an insurance company, alleging malpractice that resulted in a significant cost increase in the construction of the hotel adjacent to the Pine Bluff Convention Center. Public Private... Read More.

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North Little Rock Man Out on Murder Bond Faces New Drug and Weapons Charges in Jefferson County

Tuesday, March 3 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $100,000 cash only bond was set Monday for a North Little Rock man who was out on bond on a capital murder allegation in Pulaski County on drug and weapons allegations in Jefferson County. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the... Read More.

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Tuesday, March 3 by Alex Bivens

Booking #: 180469 Age: 71 Gender: Male Race: Other Address: Pine Bluff, AR Booking Date: 03-03-2026 - 3:57 am Charges: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ON FAMILY/HOUSEHOLD MEMBER TERRORISTIC THREATENING - 1ST DEGREE / THREATENS PHYSICAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

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$7,500 Bond Set for Woman Who’s Dogs Allegedly Killed Pine Bluff Man

Pine Bluff Police Chief Apologizes for Communication Lapses in Recent Investigations

Woods Wins Democratic Primary for Jefferson County Sheriff; Court Hearing Could Impact Ballot Status

Jefferson County Primary Election Results Set Stage for Key Runoff Races

Chad Kelley Wins Eighth Term as Jefferson County Coroner

Sheriff Steve Young Wins Reelection in Lincoln County

Deltaplex Area Unofficial Election Results for Jefferson, Cleveland, Grant, and Lincoln Counties

Two Sought on Manslaughter Charges After Man Found Dead on South Oak Street

Pine Bluff Man Held on Bond for Alleged Beating of Son

Engineering firm sued over alleged error in plans for Convention Center hotel

North Little Rock Man Out on Murder Bond Faces New Drug and Weapons Charges in Jefferson County

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