July 2025

Piggott Community Alliance ‘Backpack Bash’ cancelled

The Piggott Community Alliance will not hold its traditional ‘Backpack Bash’ this year due to Piggott Elementary receiving funds to pay for a majority of the basic elementary school supplies, including backpacks. Rachel Jaco, a PES staff member and a Piggott Community Alliance member stated, “The community alliance will help provide some items not covered by the funds as well as some high school supplies. Elementary supplies will be delivered to classrooms and high school supplies will be available to students at open house”.

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CITY OF PIGGOTT GRANT SIGNING CEREMONY

The City of Piggott held a Grant Signing Ceremony for the City’s Water Department on Wednesday, July 16. Many employees, local and state officials were on hand to celebrate an award through the Arkansas Community and Economic Development Program, with assistance from the East Arkansas Planning and Development District.This will fund significant improvements to Piggott’s water infrastructure. This investment will enhance service reliability, support future growth, and ensure safe and sustainable management of our community’s water resources. (Courtesy photos)

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