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Pine Bluff City Council overturns Planning Commission ruling regarding garage apartment in Rosswood Colony

Tuesday, December 22 by Staff

The Pine Bluff City Council reversed a decision by the Planning Commission denying the request of Pamela Nelson to establish a garage apartment at 602 W. 73rd after a heated debate between Nelson, her supporters, and residents of the Rosswood Colony who opposed the... Read More.

City of Pine Bluff to host “Miracle on 23rd Street” on December 22

Monday, December 21 by Staff

On December 22, seven local organizations will host Miracle on 23rd St. in hopes to make the load a little lighter and smiles a little brighter for the holidays for the families of 23rd Street, local foster care families, and youth in the community. The... Read More.

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Pine Bluff City Council votes to repeal raise for city employees

Monday, December 7 by Staff

The Pine Bluff City Council voted to repeal a resolution passed in October to raise city employee salaries to meet the minimum average salary paid by cities across the state for similar positions. That resolution came about after a salary survey was conducted by the... Read More.

Star City firm gets grant to improve internet access

Friday, December 4 by Ray King

A Star City company has been awarded a more than $483,000 grant to improve internet access in Lincoln County. According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, City Wireless Internet received grant funds of $483,837.82 from the Arkansas Rural Connect Grant program. The company, owned by Donnie... Read More.

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WiFi boosters added to Star City Library

Wednesday, November 25 by Ray King

According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, two WiFi boosters have been installed at the Star City Library. The newspaper said the boosters were installed on two sides of the walls, facing the parking lot which will boost the signal outside of the building, and patrons... Read More.

Star City School District sees decline in enrollment

Friday, November 20 by Ray King

The Star City School District is down 61 students from May of this year, according to Superintendent Jordan Frizzell. According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, district enrollment was up by 14 students compared to last month and he attributed some of that increase to students... Read More.

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City of Pine Bluff announces 2020 Community Prayer and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Tuesday, November 17 by Staff

Pine Bluff City Council rejects plan for homeless shelter after residents speak out against it

Tuesday, November 17 by Staff

By Ray King The Pine Bluff City Council on Monday rejected a plan from the city’s Economic and Community Development Department to locate a shelter for homeless families in a four-plex complex in the 300 block of West 16th Avenue after a number of residents... Read More.

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Pine Bluff City Council approves committee to investigate the possibility of a drag strip in Jefferson County

Monday, November 2 by Staff

By Ray King A nine-member ad hoc committee to investigate the possibility of a drag strip or racetrack in either the city or county was approved by the Pine Bluff City Council during their meeting Monday. Sponsored by Council member Joni Alexander, the proposed racetrack or... Read More.

Star City School Board approves bonuses

Thursday, October 29 by Ray King

The Star City School Board on Monday approved one-time bonuses for certified and non-certified staff. According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, the $800 bonuses will be given in November. The board also approved minimum wage increases for substitute teachers. The newspaper quoted Superintendent Jordan Frizell as... Read More.

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Griffin, Holcomb to speak at Star City Chamber luncheon.

Tuesday, October 27 by Ray King

The Star City Chamber of Commerce will be conducting a luncheon on Nov. 11 at the Star City Civic Center. According to a press release, L.t Governor Tim Griffin and State Representative Mike Holcomb will speak, and the lunch will be provided by Alicia Hawkins. Due... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council approves five-year extension for Waste Management

Monday, October 26 by Staff

By Ray King After nearly two hours of discussion and questions for representatives of Waste Management, the Pine Bluff City Council approved a five-year extension of the company’s existing contract with no dissent. A special called meeting was necessary because the existing contract expires at the... Read More.

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Pine Bluff City Council overturns Planning Commission ruling regarding garage apartment in Rosswood Colony

City of Pine Bluff to host “Miracle on 23rd Street” on December 22

Pine Bluff City Council votes to repeal raise for city employees

Star City firm gets grant to improve internet access

WiFi boosters added to Star City Library

Star City School District sees decline in enrollment

City of Pine Bluff announces 2020 Community Prayer and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Pine Bluff City Council rejects plan for homeless shelter after residents speak out against it

Pine Bluff City Council approves committee to investigate the possibility of a drag strip in Jefferson County

Star City School Board approves bonuses

Griffin, Holcomb to speak at Star City Chamber luncheon.

Pine Bluff City Council approves five-year extension for Waste Management

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