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Huckabee announces evacuations of American citizens from Israel

1 week ago | deltaplexnews.com | Rick Walker

With the possibility of the U.S. joining in strikes against Iran, the U.S. Ambassador, Mike Huckabee, is “working on evacuation flights and cruise ship departures” for Americans wanted to leave the country. Those wanting to leave need to be registered via the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. Up until now, the U.S. has been holding off on organizing evacuations.
New prison in Franklin County is one step closer to becoming a reality.

2 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Rick Walker

The Arkansas Board of Corrections has approved $57 million dollars to design a new state prison to be located near Charleston in Franklin County. The proposed 3,000 bed prison has drawn the ire of those living in the area and even charges from an Indian tribe that the site is sacred land. The new contract is a “pay as you go” format, meaning the state will only be on the hook for money allocated and spent if the project is paused or changed in the future.
“Fan Fest” awaits Diamond Hogs supporters in Omaha

2 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Rick Walker

As the Hogs get ready to open the College World Series against LSU on Saturday, those still planning on making the trip can expect a lot of fun inside and outside Charles Schwab Field. The “Fan Fest” will include free live music, hair spraying with team colors, batting cages, a pitching lab and lots of merch stores.
Two new scams could effect your summer travel plans

2 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Rick Walker

Heading into the summer months, travel is on a lot of people’s minds. Cara Carlin from the BBB in Little Rock told Deltaplex News about two new scams that are up and active. One of the scams involves texts and emails that are allegedly sent from the DMV.
Sheridan City Council recognizes outstanding work by water department employees

2 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Rick Walker

Last month, storms caused damage to the South Sheridan Water Association’s treatment plant. This caused customers of that association and the Little Creek Water Association to see water pressure problems and eventually a boil order. Crews from the Sheridan Water Department worked around the clock to secure a fix and earlier this month, those four employees were recognized by the City Council
Sissys Log Cabin Honored with 2025 Diamonds Do Good Community Impact Award – Deltaplex News

2 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com

Sissy’s Log Cabin, the Mid-South’s largest family-owned and -operated retailer of natural diamonds, jewelry, estate pieces, and fine gifts, has been named the 2025 honoree of the global Diamonds Do Good Community Impact Award. This recognition highlights the Jones family, owners of Sissy’s Log Cabin, […]
Pine Bluff Police Seek Suspect in Violent Domestic Incident

2 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Detective Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Jarren Lowden, in reference to an incident that occurred on June 1, 2025, around 4:30 a.m.He is wanted on charges of Aggravated Residential Burglary, Aggravated Assault, Terroristic Threatening, and Aggravated Assault on a Family or Household Member.
Tink Hence has best outing of the summer.

2 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Rick Walker

Tink Hence has continued to open eyes as decisions will soon be made as to where he will pitch next. Saturday, the former Watson Chapel pitcher struck out six in just 2 and 2/3rd innings and was pulled at his pitch count of 50. He has now pitched seven innings in rehab appearances, not giving up an earned run and striking out 9. He has pitched at Palm Beach and with the Cardinals rookie league team and could see himself in Springfield (AA) in the next couple of weeks.
Arkansas Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art Crime Lab

3 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Luke Matheson

On June 6, 2025, the Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS) officially broke ground on a new, state-of-the-art Arkansas State Crime Laboratory (ASCL) in North Little Rock. This marks a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to modernize and expand its forensic science capabilities, better serving Arkansans. “The opportunity to build a new Arkansas State Crime Laboratory is truly once in a lifetime – a moment that will shape the future of forensic science in our state for decades.
Death Row Inmate Latavious Johnson Dies at Varner Supermax

3 weeks ago | deltaplexnews.com | Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Department of Corrections (ADC) has confirmed the death of Latavious Johnson, a death row inmate, who was pronounced dead at approximately 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Varner Supermax Unit in Gould. Johnson, 30, was serving a life sentence for the 2012 murder of his father, Johnnie Johnson, and was later sentenced to death for the killing of Barbara Ester, a correctional officer at the Arkansas Department of Corrections.