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Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley Announces Bid for Eighth Term

Thursday, July 24 by Greg

Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley has officially announced his candidacy for an eighth term in office, bringing over two decades of experience and deep community ties to the role. Kelley, who was first elected in 2008 and took office in 2009, has served seven terms... Read More.

$2,500 cash only bond set for Jefferson County woman on drug related charges

Thursday, July 24 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $2,500 cash only bond was set Wednesday for a Jefferson County woman on drug related charges. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Melanie Rainey, 50, with possession of a controlled substance... Read More.

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One Killed in Rollover Crash on U.S. Highway 65 in Jefferson County

Sunday, July 20 by Luke Matheson

A single-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 65 in rural Jefferson County claimed the life of a McGehee man earlier this week, according to an Arkansas State Police crash report. The crash occurred on Tuesday, July 16 at approximately 5:42 p.m. Authorities say the vehicle, a... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff Pays Tribute to Late Judge Robert Tolson, Jr.

Friday, July 18 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. has released a heartfelt statement following the passing of retired Municipal Judge Robert “Bob” Alexander Tolson, Jr., who died on July 16, 2025. A longtime mentor to Sheriff Woods and a respected figure in the Jefferson County legal community,... Read More.

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Employee Bonus Payments Delayed in Jefferson County After County Judge Refuses to Sign

Thursday, July 17 by Luke Matheson

A bonus package for Jefferson County employees remains in limbo after County Judge Gerald Robinson refused to sign the necessary payroll affidavit, despite the Quorum Court overriding his earlier veto of the legislation. The bonuses—$1,000 for full-time employees and $500 for part-time employees—were intended to... Read More.

Home repair program available in Jefferson and Desha Counties through HUD grant

Wednesday, July 16 by Ray King

Communities Unlimited (CU) has been awarded a $2 million Healthy Homes Production Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funding will support CU’s new Healthy Homes Housing Repair Program, which will address unsafe and unhealthy housing conditions in some... Read More.

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Ongoing Jefferson County Dispute Impacts Community and Law Enforcement Protocols

Tuesday, July 15 by Luke Matheson

The conflict between Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson and members of the Quorum Court has been going on for must of this year and it is effecting everyone in the county in one way or the other. White Hall Police Chief Mickey Buffkin was asked... Read More.

Contentious Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting Ends in Stalemate Over Agenda Dispute

Monday, July 14 by Alex Bivens

Another Jefferson County Quorum Court meeting was marked by disagreement and disruption Monday night at the Jefferson County Courthouse. Once again, two separate agenda packets were presented—one from the office of County Judge Gerald Robinson and another from the County Clerk’s office. The conflicting documents... Read More.

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Jefferson County Man Faces Drug Charge with $10,000 Bond Set

Sunday, July 13 by Luke Matheson

A $10,000 bond was set Friday for a Jefferson County man on a drug related charge. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Javonte Shelton, 21, with possession of a controlled substance with purpose to... Read More.

Jefferson County Man Faces Rape Charges with $100,000 Bond Set

Friday, July 11 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Friday for a Jefferson County man accused of sexually assaulting a juvenile. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge James Johnson, 19, with rape. The allegation is based on... Read More.

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Rick Victorino Considers Bid for Jefferson County Judge Seat

Wednesday, July 9 by Alex Bivens

With election season fast approaching, several local politicians are weighing the possibility of running for office. Among them is Richard "Rick" Victorino, who was recently appointed to the Jefferson County Quorum Court. Victorino told Floyd Donald that he is considering a run for Jefferson County... Read More.

Jefferson County Quorum Court Faces Continued Discord Amid Budget Disputes

Tuesday, July 8 by Luke Matheson

A committee meeting of the Jefferson County Quorum Court once again saw heated exchanges and internal discord, continuing a trend of contentious sessions over the past several months. Despite the disagreements, the committees managed to secure enough support to advance four appropriations to the... Read More.

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Jefferson County Coroner Chad Kelley Announces Bid for Eighth Term

One Killed in Rollover Crash on U.S. Highway 65 in Jefferson County

Jefferson County Sheriff Pays Tribute to Late Judge Robert Tolson, Jr.

Employee Bonus Payments Delayed in Jefferson County After County Judge Refuses to Sign

Home repair program available in Jefferson and Desha Counties through HUD grant

Ongoing Jefferson County Dispute Impacts Community and Law Enforcement Protocols

Contentious Jefferson County Quorum Court Meeting Ends in Stalemate Over Agenda Dispute

Jefferson County Man Faces Drug Charge with $10,000 Bond Set

Jefferson County Man Faces Rape Charges with $100,000 Bond Set

Rick Victorino Considers Bid for Jefferson County Judge Seat

Jefferson County Quorum Court Faces Continued Discord Amid Budget Disputes

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