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Several local companies hiring according to Jefferson County Economic Development Alliance

Monday, January 31 by Staff

Last week, People Shores conducted a job fair in Pine Bluff but according to Allison Thompson, President and CEO of the Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County, they are not the only company that is hiring. Thompson appeared on the Oldies 101.3 morning show and... Read More.

Thompson discusses economic development

Thursday, August 26 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King Over the last 10 years, the Pine Bluff Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) has seen, according to the latest census figures, a 14.37 percent drop in population, going from 77,456 in 2010 to 67,260. Allison Thompson, the President, and CEO of the Economic Development... Read More.

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Economic and Community Development Department explains some projects

Thursday, June 17 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A wide-ranging discussion of everything from requests for funding for home improvements to complaints about 18-wheelers driving through residential areas took place Thursday on TalkBack Live hosted by Floyd Donald. Larry Matthews and Lori Walker of the City’s Economic and Community Development Department... Read More.

The Generator linking technology and economic development

Wednesday, June 16 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy Twenty twenty-one has introduced a lot of interesting technological developments and technology has become an essential part of our day-to-day lives. The Generator, an Innovation Hub by GoForward Pine Bluff, recently talked with Deltaplex News about their process and some of the... Read More.

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Director of Economic and Community Development talks updates on current projects

Friday, April 16 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Deseray McKinzy The City of Pine Bluff Economic and Community Development Department (ECD) covers many projects within the city including the most recent renovation of the Pine Bluff Community center last month. The department director, Larry Matthews spoke about his main function with the... Read More.

Nancy McNew Receives Designation of Certified Economic Developer from the International Economic Development Council

Thursday, October 22 by Staff

Nancy Lee McNew, Vice President of Economic Development for the Economic Development Alliance for Jefferson County, Arkansas earned the designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), a national recognition that denotes a mastery of skills in economic development, professional attainment and a commitment to personal... Read More.

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ACO says past due court fines and fees have “a disproportionate economic impact on black households in our city”

Friday, August 21 by Staff

By Ray King As the Pine Bluff City Council considers the idea of hiring a private agency to collect past due court fines and fees, one group has come out against the idea. Representatives of ACO (Arkansas Community Organizations) send a letter to Mayor Shirley Washington... Read More.

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Several local companies hiring according to Jefferson County Economic Development Alliance

Thompson discusses economic development

Economic and Community Development Department explains some projects

The Generator linking technology and economic development

Director of Economic and Community Development talks updates on current projects

Nancy McNew Receives Designation of Certified Economic Developer from the International Economic Development Council

ACO says past due court fines and fees have “a disproportionate economic impact on black households in our city”

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