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County Judge, Attorney Demand $53,000 Salary Payment; County Clerk Refuses, Citing State Law

Tuesday, November 25 by Luke Matheson

A dispute over Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson’s unpaid 2025 salary intensified Tuesday after Robinson and his attorney made formal demands for immediate payment of more than $53,000—demands that County Clerk Shawndra Taggart rejected, citing state law and directing Robinson to file a constitutional... Read More.

Lloyd Franklin, Jr. Files Notice of Appeal Against Ruling by Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson

Friday, November 21 by Luke Matheson

Lloyd Franklin, Jr. has formally appealed an October order issued by County Judge Gerald Robinson that directed the County Clerk to disburse more than $53,000 to Robinson himself. Robinson made the ruling after going months without pay due to ongoing battles between he and... Read More.

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Victorino Files to Run for Constable, Endorses Nate Todd for Jefferson County Judge

Monday, November 10 by Luke Matheson

Richard “Rick” Victorino has officially filed paperwork to run for constable of Spring Township, opting not to pursue a campaign for Jefferson County Judge. Victorino previously served as constable in Spring Township and currently sits on the Jefferson County Quorum Court, a position he was... Read More.

Supreme Court says Judge Dennis correct in denying inmate petition for parole eligibility

Thursday, November 6 by Ray King

By Ray King The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday said an inmate at the Varner Unit of the Department of Corrections was wrong when he sought to compel the prison director to reclassify him as parole eligible. George Jackson Newton, 65, is currently serving an 18-year... Read More.

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Judge Rob Wyatt Selected to Lead Statewide Judges Group

Thursday, November 6 by Luke Matheson

Judges from throughout the state recently selected Judge Rob Wyatt of Jefferson County as the leader of their group. Appearing on the Oldies 10113 Morning Show Thursday, Wyatt explained what that meant. Morning Show host Greg Horne asked Wyatt what the group does. Horne said Wyatt is... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Two Items Following Special Called Quorum Court Meeting

Wednesday, November 5 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has issued vetoes on two ordinances recently passed by eight members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court during a special called meeting on October 30., citing questions about their validity. In a letter dated November 5, 2025, addressed to County... Read More.

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Retired Colonel Nate Todd Shares Why He Is Running For Jefferson County Judge in 2026

Tuesday, November 4 by Luke Matheson

This is the first of two stories about Retired Colonel Nate Todd who has announced his intention to seek the office of Jefferson County Judge in the 2026 election. Todd, who was born and raised in Jefferson County, currently serves on the Board of Trustees... Read More.

Judge says prison board, not governor in charge of prison operations

Tuesday, November 4 by Ray King

The power to determine who is in charge of Arkansas prisons lies with the Board of Corrections, not Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Pulaski County Judge Patricia James determined in a new ruling. In her ruling, James found that two new Arkansas laws, Acts 185 and... Read More.

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Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Quorum Court Ordinances Over Legal and Procedural Concerns

Thursday, October 30 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has vetoed several ordinances passed during Monday’s special called meeting of the Jefferson County Quorum Court, citing concerns about procedure, legality, and the overall impact on county operations. According to documents released by the County Judge’s Office, Robinson issued vetoes... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Cites Quorum Court Obstruction for Disrupting County Operations

Tuesday, October 28 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson released a statement this week alleging that continued obstruction by eight members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court has caused significant disruptions across county government operations. In his statement, Robinson said the group of justices are creating hardships for staff... Read More.

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Jefferson County Judge Planning Veto Following Special Called Quorum Court Meeting

Monday, October 27 by Luke Matheson

Seven members of the Jefferson County Quorum Court met Monday night in a special called meeting to address 20 agenda items, approving all of them with unanimous votes. The participating justices included Reginald Adams, Alfred Carroll, Melanie Dumas, Brenda Gaddy, Reginald Johnson, Rick Victorino, and... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Multiple Ordinances; Seven Justices Call for New Special Meeting

Friday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has issued a formal veto of several ordinances that were approved during a special called meeting of the Quorum Court held on September 23, 2025. In a letter dated October 24 to County Clerk Shawndra Taggart, Robinson wrote, “I hereby... Read More.

Stories tagged with: judge

County Judge, Attorney Demand $53,000 Salary Payment; County Clerk Refuses, Citing State Law

Lloyd Franklin, Jr. Files Notice of Appeal Against Ruling by Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson

Victorino Files to Run for Constable, Endorses Nate Todd for Jefferson County Judge

Supreme Court says Judge Dennis correct in denying inmate petition for parole eligibility

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Two Items Following Special Called Quorum Court Meeting

Retired Colonel Nate Todd Shares Why He Is Running For Jefferson County Judge in 2026

Judge says prison board, not governor in charge of prison operations

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Quorum Court Ordinances Over Legal and Procedural Concerns

Jefferson County Judge Cites Quorum Court Obstruction for Disrupting County Operations

Jefferson County Judge Planning Veto Following Special Called Quorum Court Meeting

Jefferson County Judge Vetoes Multiple Ordinances; Seven Justices Call for New Special Meeting

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