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Jefferson County Man Charged with Aggravated Assault for Alleged Choking Incident

Wednesday, September 10 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $5,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man accused of choking his wife during an altercation Tuesday. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge David Wilkinson, 47, with aggravated assault... Read More.

Chris Lowery Announces Candidacy for Jefferson County Sheriff

Tuesday, September 9 by Luke Matheson

Chris Lowery, a former White Hall police officer, Pulaski County Deputy, U.S. Air Force veteran, and owner of Diamond State K9, has officially announced his candidacy for Jefferson County sheriff in the November 2026 election. Lowery, who is campaigning under the slogan “Courage to Run;... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court’s “Super Sponsorship” Raises Questions Over Transparency and Accountability

Tuesday, September 9 by Alex Bivens

By: Ray King and Luke Matheson The Jefferson County’s Quorum Court is under scrutiny for its use of “super sponsorship,” a new procedure that allows ordinances to bypass the traditional committee process and land directly on the court’s agenda—without discussion, review, or even awareness from... Read More.

Jefferson County Quorum Court Fails To Override Veto; Several Items Struck From Agenda

Monday, September 8 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court reverted back to its usual chaos on Monday night as numerous items on the agenda brought confusion and discord to the meeting. On Monday Deltaplex News began publishing information regarding the super sponsorship’s that eight members of the quorum... Read More.

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Supersponsorship Raises Questions Over Jefferson County Quorum Court Agenda Additions

Monday, September 8 by Alex Bivens

UPDATE: Deltaplex News has received a response from Jefferson County Deputy Circuit Clerk Barbara Collins regarding its FOIA request on how supersponsorships are formed. According to Collins, the procedural ordinance passed by the Quorum Court does not require any meetings for justices to create a... Read More.

Man on Probation Accused of Stealing Tools from Construction Site in Jefferson County

Friday, September 5 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $10,000 bond was set Friday for a man currently on probation in Phillips County who is accused of stealing tools from a house that is currently under construction. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable... Read More.

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Jefferson County Deputy Jailer Arrested for Sexual Assault Following Investigation into Detainee Relationship

Wednesday, September 3 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) announced the arrest of W.C. “Dub” Brassell Adult Detention Center (DBDC) Deputy Jailer Keywand Harris following an investigation into alleged prohibited fraternization with a female detainee and related policy violations. On August 27, 2025, JCSO Criminal Investigation Division (CID)... Read More.

Jefferson County Republican Committee to Host 2025 “Top of the Ticket” Dinner

Wednesday, September 3 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Republican Committee has announced plans for the 2025 “Top of the Ticket” Dinner, scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. Headlining the event will be United States Senator Tom Cotton and United States Congressman... Read More.

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Bond set for Jefferson man accused of shooting at neighbor

Wednesday, September 3 by Ray King

A $10,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man who allegedly fired shots at a neighbor Monday. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge James Wolfe, 43, of Jefferson with terroristic threatening. Sheriff’s investigators... Read More.

Jefferson County Man Charged with Battery After Alleged Golf Club Attack on Motorcyclist

Wednesday, September 3 by Alex Bivens

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County man who allegedly hit another man with a golf club, knocking the man off a motorcycle and breaking the man’s leg. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors... Read More.

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Jefferson County Tax-Delinquent Property Auction Raises More Than $570,000

Tuesday, September 2 by Luke Matheson

The recent auction of tax-delinquent properties in Jefferson County generated $570,606.52, according to the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands. The auction, held earlier this month, drew 153 registered bidders, who purchased 290 of 499 available parcels. The properties sold had taxes delinquent since 2020. “Most owners... Read More.

Jefferson County Circuit Clerk Flora Cook-Bishop to Retire After More Than Three Decades of Service

Sunday, August 31 by Luke Matheson

After more than 30 years of service to the citizens of Jefferson County, longtime Circuit Clerk Flora Cook-Bishop has announced she will not seek re-election and plans to retire at the end of her current term on December 31, 2026. Cook-Bishop, who began her career... Read More.

Stories tagged with: jefferson

Jefferson County Man Charged with Aggravated Assault for Alleged Choking Incident

Chris Lowery Announces Candidacy for Jefferson County Sheriff

Jefferson County Quorum Court’s “Super Sponsorship” Raises Questions Over Transparency and Accountability

Jefferson County Quorum Court Fails To Override Veto; Several Items Struck From Agenda

Man on Probation Accused of Stealing Tools from Construction Site in Jefferson County

Jefferson County Deputy Jailer Arrested for Sexual Assault Following Investigation into Detainee Relationship

Jefferson County Republican Committee to Host 2025 “Top of the Ticket” Dinner

Bond set for Jefferson man accused of shooting at neighbor

Jefferson County Man Charged with Battery After Alleged Golf Club Attack on Motorcyclist

Jefferson County Tax-Delinquent Property Auction Raises More Than $570,000

Jefferson County Circuit Clerk Flora Cook-Bishop to Retire After More Than Three Decades of Service

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