Filing period for political candidates opens

The filing period for political candidates for the March primaries began Monday at noon at the Jefferson County Courthouse and Pine Bluff City Clerk Janice Roberts was first in line to fill out her paperwork. Accompanied by her own cheering section, Roberts is seeking her... Read More.
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Candidate filing period begins

Update: By: Deseray McKinzy The candidate filing period throughout the state and in Jefferson County began on Tuesday, February 22nd and candidates gathered at the Jefferson County Courthouse to file their bids for the local elections. Some of those candidates include Lanette Fraizer, current council member... Read More.
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QC committee recommends filing positions

By Ray King Despite the opposition of Justice of the Peace Dr. Conley Byrd, a committee of the Jefferson County Quorum Court on Tuesday recommended that vacant positions in a number of count offices be filled. Despite a hiring freeze and County Judge Gerald Robinson’s calling... Read More.
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Westerman announces extension of tax filing deadline

Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman on Saturday announced that the Internal Revenue Service has extended the deadline to file federal income taxes. In his weekly newsletter, Westerman said: As your congressman, I am pleased to inform you of important information from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)... Read More.

Governor extends tax filing deadline

Governor Asa Hutchinson has extended the deadline for state residents to file their income tax returns. According to a press release, the Governor, after consulting with members of the state legislature, extended the deadline to May 17, the same as the deadline to file federal... Read More.
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Quorum Committee approves Clerk filing office vacancy

By Ray King A request from Jefferson County Clerk Shawandra Taggart to fill a vacant position in her office was recommended for approval by a committee of the Quorum Court Tuesday night after County Judge Gerald Robinson said he supported the request. Taggart said in a... Read More.

Filing period for non-partisan candidates begins

The filing period for independent non-partisan candidates for municipal office and for school board positions is underway at the Jefferson County Courthouse and thru 1 p.m. Thursday, nine people had submitted petitions seeking election. Six of those are current members of the White Hall City... Read More.