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Lightning Strike Sparks Water Crisis Averted by Swift City Response

Tuesday, May 20 by Rick Walker

Many customers could have gone without water after a lightning strike caused a fire at the treatment plant of South Sheridan Water Association. Crews were able to work all day on Sunday and into Monday to connect to the Sheridan Water Department's line. Sheridan... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council Approves Mayors Staff Pay Raise, Creates New Positions

Monday, May 19 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King The Pine Bluff City Council on Monday night worked their way through a 13-item agenda that saw them approve a pay increase for the Mayor’s Chief of Staff, reject pay raises for three people in the City Clerk’s Office and create several... Read More.

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Former Police Officer Sues City of Pine Bluff for FMLA Violations and Alleged Racial Bias

Tuesday, May 13 by Luke Matheson

A Faulkner County resident has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Pine Bluff, alleging violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), as well as state law claims under Arkansas Code §§ 16-123-105, 107, and 108. The suit, brought by former... Read More.

Former Police Chief Sues City of Pine Bluff for Wrongful Termination

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

Denise Richardson, the former Pine Bluff Police Chief, has initiated a lawsuit against Mayor Vivian Flowers and the City of Pine Bluff following her termination on March 11. The lawsuit claims that shortly after Mayor Flowers assumed office, she engaged in discussions with Richardson about... Read More.

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Poyen City Council gets new member

Friday, May 9 by Ray King

A new member was added to the Poyen City Council during its most recent meeting. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, Sherri Tittle was appointed to fill the vacant Position 2 on the council. Beginning this month, residents will see an increase on trash pickup fees.... Read More.

Sheridan City Council gets public safety update

Thursday, May 8 by Rick Walker

The effectiveness of flock cameras and new technology to keep students safe were the focus of a presentation by the Sheridan Police Department at the monthly meeting of the Sheridan City Council. Mayor Cain Nattin said it was an impressive update.

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Pine Bluff City Council Approves $1 Million Payment for Jail Bed Space Fees

Thursday, May 8 by Alex Bivens

On Monday, the Pine Bluff City Council voted 5-2 to pay Jefferson County almost $1million that was owed for bed space at the adult detention center. The decision to pay the funds came after Pine Bluff lost a lawsuit that had been filed by the... Read More.

PB City Council Advances Streetscape Project with New Pedestrian Crossing and Housing Grant

Tuesday, May 6 by Greg

A part of the Streetscape project in downtown Pine Bluff calls for a pedestrian crossing over the Union Pacific tracks in the 400 block of Main Street. On Monday, the Pine Bluff City Council approved two resolutions to make that happen. One of the two agreements... Read More.

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Student found with Airsoft Gun at Star City Middle School

Friday, May 2 by Luke Matheson

A student at Star City Middle School brought an airsoft gun to campus Friday morning, prompting swift action by school administrators. According to a press release, the staff and administration promptly addressed the situation after receiving a report about a student possibly possessing a weapon.... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council approves vehicle removal legislation: key details and procedures

Wednesday, April 23 by Alex Bivens

The Pine Bluff City Council in March approved legislation that will allow Code Enforcement to take action and remove abandoned or inoperable vehicles from city streets and private property. That legislation was sponsored by Third-Ward Council Member William Fells and he was asked about it... Read More.

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Madison Bitely Named Head Coach of Star City Ladydog Basketball Team

Monday, April 21 by Luke Matheson

The Star City School Districthas named Madison Bitely as the new Head Coach of the Star City Ladydog Basketball Program. The announcement was made on social media Monday evening in the following press release: We are thrilled to welcome Coach Madison Bitely as the new Head... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council Streamlines Meeting with Quick Decisions on Ordinances and Budget Adjustments

Monday, April 21 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King With just three items on the agenda, two ordinances and a resolution, the Pine Bluff City Council was able to wrap up their regular meeting Monday in less than 30 minutes. One of those ordinances, which was read a second time, will allow... Read More.

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Lightning Strike Sparks Water Crisis Averted by Swift City Response

Pine Bluff City Council Approves Mayors Staff Pay Raise, Creates New Positions

Former Police Officer Sues City of Pine Bluff for FMLA Violations and Alleged Racial Bias

Former Police Chief Sues City of Pine Bluff for Wrongful Termination

Poyen City Council gets new member

Sheridan City Council gets public safety update

Pine Bluff City Council Approves $1 Million Payment for Jail Bed Space Fees

PB City Council Advances Streetscape Project with New Pedestrian Crossing and Housing Grant

Student found with Airsoft Gun at Star City Middle School

Pine Bluff City Council approves vehicle removal legislation: key details and procedures

Madison Bitely Named Head Coach of Star City Ladydog Basketball Team

Pine Bluff City Council Streamlines Meeting with Quick Decisions on Ordinances and Budget Adjustments

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