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Whitfield responds to community concerns with City Council

Wednesday, May 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Pine Bluff City Council member Ivan Whitfield on Wednesday was asked about the council, and the perception from some in the community that it is a “do-nothing council.” He said that every ward has its own needs and concerns. “We feel like the... Read More.

Jefferson County Judge talks lawsuit filed by the city

Wednesday, May 19 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson on Wednesday talked with Deltaplex News about the status of a lawsuit filed by the City of Pine Bluff against Jefferson County over jail fees. Robinson said at the time the original agreement had been worked out, Jefferson... Read More.

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Sheridan City Council assumes role of picking fire chief

Tuesday, May 18 by Ray King

The Sheridan City Council will now decide who serves as Chief of the Sheridan Fire Department. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, the council approved legislation that makes the change and gives the council the sole authority to select and hire the chief. Previously, members of... Read More.

Former teacher settles lawsuit with Star City School District

Friday, May 14 by Ray King

The Star City School District has settled a lawsuit filed by a former teacher and coach, according to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper. Jim Teague, who had worked for the Star City School District for 28 years filed the suit under the Arkansas Teacher Fair Dismissal... Read More.

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Parks priorities meeting set at Star City

Friday, May 7 by Ray King

A public meeting is set for Monday in Star City to identify potential outdoor park and recreational needs and priorities. That meeting will be held at the Star City Civic Center at 201 Liberty St., at 5:30 p.m. After the identification process, city officials will select... Read More.

Council committee discusses city cleanup solutions

Thursday, May 6 by Ray King

By Ray King A committee of the Pine Bluff City Council is looking at a variety of solutions to help clean up the town. At a meeting of the Public Health and Welfare Committee Thursday committee members Steven Shaner and Lloyd Holcomb Jr., were joined by... Read More.

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Judge Robinson says County and City to go to court referencing Mayor’s letter to Sheriff

Tuesday, May 4 by Greg

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson told members of the Quorum Court Tuesday that it looks like the county will be going to court after being sued by the City of Pine Bluff over fees for jail bed space. Copies of a letter addressed... Read More.

Ordinance for procedures to sell city property approved by City Council

Tuesday, May 4 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An ordinance setting out procedures for the City of Pine Bluff to sell the property to individuals won approval from the City Council during a meeting Monday night. Among other things, the ordinance requires that individuals wanting to buy city-owned property submit a... Read More.

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Pine Bluff city council passes 2 resolutions increasing pay for 2 employees

Monday, May 3 by Greg

By Ray King The Pine Bluff City Council on Monday grappled with two resolutions, one changing a part-time secretary’s position to full time in the Inspection Department and the second adjusting the compensation for the city’s zoning official. Both were adopted but by different margins with... Read More.

Star City School District Announces teacher of the year; Updates on School Board meeting

Thursday, April 29 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy Star City School District held their school board meeting on Monday, April 26th, and announced Chris Jones as the Teacher of the Year in the district. Jones has taught at Star City High School since 2011 where he teaches Human Body Systems... Read More.

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Pine Bluff City Council eases downtown parking requirements, waives competitive bidding for police cars

Monday, April 19 by Greg

By Ray King The Pine Bluff City Council on Monday voted 7-1 to approves a proposed ordinance that will eliminate parking space requirements in the central business district (downtown). Council member Bruce Lockett explained why the ordinance was created and what it hopes to accomplish. The ordinance... Read More.

Star City council discusses storm warning sirens

Monday, April 19 by Ray King

The City Council at Star City last week discussed storm warning sirens and Mayor Paul Carter said a service technician from Dallas will come look at the sirens. According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, Council member David McCoy said he had checked all the sirens... Read More.

Stories tagged with: city

Whitfield responds to community concerns with City Council

Jefferson County Judge talks lawsuit filed by the city

Sheridan City Council assumes role of picking fire chief

Former teacher settles lawsuit with Star City School District

Parks priorities meeting set at Star City

Council committee discusses city cleanup solutions

Judge Robinson says County and City to go to court referencing Mayor’s letter to Sheriff

Ordinance for procedures to sell city property approved by City Council

Pine Bluff city council passes 2 resolutions increasing pay for 2 employees

Star City School District Announces teacher of the year; Updates on School Board meeting

Pine Bluff City Council eases downtown parking requirements, waives competitive bidding for police cars

Star City council discusses storm warning sirens

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