Kane Jackson, a Drew Central kindergarten student, was surprised by MPD Officer Jerome Perez, who came to escort Kane to lunch for his 6th birthday.

This is another example of the community involvement aspect of law enforcement, which builds friendship and trust between officers and members of the community, especially children and youth.

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Mark Mason, was safely located, Saturday morning around 10:30 PM, during an area search by the Drew County Sheriffs Dept. along with local volunteers.

Mr. Mason appears to be in good condition, and is being transported to Drew Memorial hospital to be checked out by MASI.

Thanks to everyone who participated in the safe recovery of Mr. Mason. (more…)

According to the Star City Police Department, on Wednesday, September 22, at approximately 6:45 a.m., Star City Police and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 205 Park Street in reference to a “shots fired” call. (more…)

A Star City man surrendered to Arkansas State Troopers today following a four hour barricaded armed stand-off that began after the suspect allegedly fired a gun at Star City police officers.
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Since around 7 AM, the Wilmar railroad crossing has an arm down, in error.

An Arkansas State Trooper is slowing traffic, but you were urged to use caution in the area.

ARDOT, the railroad and local authorities are all aware of the situation.

Arkansas State Police Special Agents are investigating the discovery of a person’s body found Saturday alongside U.S. Highway 65 near the Arkansas and Louisiana border.
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There will be no Driver Testing in Monticello this afternoon

There will be no Driver Testing at the Crossett site Wednesday 9-1 for the morning tests.

Written exams only starting at 1pm