Arkansas
Voters approve a millage increase to construct a new high school
By 
Writer
Corning, Arkansas – Following the approval of a millage increase on March 5, construction of a new high school by the Northeast Arkansas School District will commence.
The final unofficial voting results showed that the Corning School District’s proposed 5.0 millage increase was approved 606-237.
According to Jennifer Woolard, the superintendent of schools, the current high school is dilapidated. The 1967-built structure has experienced flooding, electrical, and plumbing problems recently.
The superintendent believes that a new structure will fix those issues.
“I’m dying to be tickled,” Just a quick thank you to everyone in our district. We encourage our customers to help our children and the community, and they came out tonight and overwhelmingly supported it, according to Woolard.
According to Woolard, the district has not requested a millage hike in 17 years.
The school intends to start looking for a contractor to start construction by the upcoming winter.
-
Local News2 weeks agoThe Toad Suck Daze festival has revealed its stellar lineup, unique zoo display, and donation options
-
Local News2 weeks agoFive seniors from Parkview Arts and Science will get $200,000 in scholarships
-
Local News2 weeks agoThe Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority has received a $500 million investment
-
Local News2 weeks agoWheelchair ramp constructed by Ozark Mission Project for elderly woman in need
-
Local News2 weeks agoA four-week closure is planned for North Rodney Parham Road
-
Local News2 weeks agoA cerebral palsy-afflicted Boy Scout creates a special route to become an Eagle Scout
-
Local News1 week agoA mobile clinic for opioid health opens in Malvern
-
Local News1 week agoThe Quorum Court of Saline County rejects the Arkansas Abortion Amendment
Leave a Reply