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Supersponsorship Raises Questions Over Jefferson County Quorum Court Agenda Additions

Monday, September 8 by Alex Bivens

UPDATE: Deltaplex News has received a response from Jefferson County Deputy Circuit Clerk Barbara Collins regarding its FOIA request on how supersponsorships are formed. According to Collins, the procedural ordinance passed by the Quorum Court does not require any meetings for justices to create a... Read More.

Jefferson County Tax-Delinquent Property Auction Raises More Than $570,000

Tuesday, September 2 by Luke Matheson

The recent auction of tax-delinquent properties in Jefferson County generated $570,606.52, according to the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands. The auction, held earlier this month, drew 153 registered bidders, who purchased 290 of 499 available parcels. The properties sold had taxes delinquent since 2020. “Most owners... Read More.

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Arkansas Trail Ride Event Raises Safety and Security Concerns

Friday, April 25 by Luke Matheson

In recent days the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO), Lonoke County Sheriff's Office and England Police Department were made aware of a public gathering which is planned for April 26, 2025, in the Jefferson and Lonoke County area which has raised concerns for public... Read More.

Jefferson County Budget Stalemate Continues Amid Controversy Over Raises

Tuesday, January 28 by Alex Bivens

The Jefferson County Quorum Court of Monday night again failed to pass a 2025 budget that would allow county employees to be paid for the first time since before the first of the year. Seven of the now 12 members of the county’s legislative body... Read More.

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Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches 29th Annual Award Dinner Raises Over $190,000, Honors Sissy Jones

Thursday, October 24 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches raised more than $190,000 at its 29th Annual Arkansas Children’s Award Dinner, enabling the organization to continue its mission to provide safe, healthy, and loving homes for Arkansas children. This year’s Arkansas Children’s Award was presented to Sissy Jones, founder... Read More.

PB URA Meets for Regular Scheduled Meeting, Issues Pay Raises

Tuesday, November 21 by Staff

The Pine Bluff Urban Renewal Agency met for its monthly meeting at the Donald W. Reynolds Center on Tuesday. Two motions were made to issue pay raises for employees within the agency. The majority of the commissioners were in attendance to proceed with voting. The... Read More.

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Sheridan Police Chief says raises for officers need to be considered

Thursday, October 12 by Ray King

Citing a recent pay increase by the Arkansas State Police, Sheridan Police Chief Jason Teague told the Sheridan City Council it may be time to consider a pay increase for Sheridan Police Officers. According to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper, Teague said many law enforcement agencies... Read More.

Panel recommends raises for elected officials

Monday, May 15 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Top elected officials in Arkansas could see a 3% salary increase but legislators’ pay would stay flat under a proposal from a state panel. The Arkansas Independent Citizens Commission proposed the pay increases on Friday and will consider giving them... Read More.

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Drew County raises garbage fees

Monday, March 20 by Ray King

The Drew County Quorum Court has voted to increase the rates county residents pay for garbage collection, according to the Advance Monticellonian newspaper. Drew County Judge Drew Griffin told the court that the county has been losing money with the continued increase in collection costs... Read More.

Democrat candidate for Governor calls for teacher raises

Wednesday, July 20 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Gubernatorial hopeful Chris Jones on Tuesday called for increasing Arkansas teacher salaries, following a push by fellow Democrats to put teacher pay raises on the agenda for a legislative session next month. Jones endorsed a proposal that Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson... Read More.

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Sarah Sanders raises another $601K in Arkansas governor race

Wednesday, May 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Former White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders has raised another $601,000 in her bid for Arkansas governor, continuing to far outpacing her Republican and Democratic rivals. Sanders, who is seeking the Republican nomination in the state’s May 24... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council discusses raises for non-uniformed employees

Wednesday, January 26 by Staff

The Pine Bluff City Council on Wednesday met to discuss the 2022 city budget and particularly raises for non-uniformed employees. One of the ideas under consideration is to use money received from the Saracen Casino to help pay for those raises. Council member Bruce Lockett however... Read More.

Stories tagged with: raises

Jefferson County Tax-Delinquent Property Auction Raises More Than $570,000

Arkansas Trail Ride Event Raises Safety and Security Concerns

Jefferson County Budget Stalemate Continues Amid Controversy Over Raises

Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches 29th Annual Award Dinner Raises Over $190,000, Honors Sissy Jones

PB URA Meets for Regular Scheduled Meeting, Issues Pay Raises

Sheridan Police Chief says raises for officers need to be considered

Panel recommends raises for elected officials

Drew County raises garbage fees

Democrat candidate for Governor calls for teacher raises

Sarah Sanders raises another $601K in Arkansas governor race

Pine Bluff City Council discusses raises for non-uniformed employees

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