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Veterans missing coronavirus stimulus checks must register by Wednesday or miss out on cash this year

Wednesday, April 22 by Greg

Veterans with dependents who did not receive their coronavirus stimulus payments must contact the Treasury Department by midday Wednesday or miss out on $500 or more until next spring. The sudden deadline comes less than a week after Veterans Affairs leaders announced a deal... Read More.

Federal court allows Arkansas ban on surgical abortions due to virus

Wednesday, April 22 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A federal appeals court on Wednesday allowed Arkansas to ban most surgical abortions during the coronavirus pandemic. A three-judge panel of the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals dissolved a judge’s temporary restraining order that allowed surgical abortions to continue... Read More.

Lawsuit filed over coronavirus outbreak at Arkansas prison

Tuesday, April 21 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The ACLU of Arkansas has released this news release after an emergency complaint was filed against Governor Asa Hutchinson. Here is the full news release they sent out:“Today, the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF), the law firm... Read More.

COVID-19 total at Cummins now 670, expected to increase

Tuesday, April 21 by Ray King

By Ray KingAn additional 262 cases of Corona virus have been reported at Cummins Prison in the past 24 hours and State Health Officer Dr. Nate Smith said Tuesday more may be added as some results of tests at the prison have not come... Read More.

Arkansas parties make changes to conventions amid COVID-19

Tuesday, April 21 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas’ two dominant political parties have changed the way national convention delegates will be elected amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Democratic Party of Arkansas will meet electronically while the Republican Party of Arkansas will elect its national delegates at regional... Read More.

Simmons First National: 1Q Earnings Snapshot

Tuesday, April 21 by Greg

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) _ Simmons First National Corp. (SFNC) on Tuesday reported first-quarter net income of $77.2 million. The bank, based in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, said it had earnings of 68 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were 65 cents per share. The... Read More.

C&L Electric CEO says there are only around 500 customers who remain without power

Tuesday, April 21 by Greg

As many in the Deltaplex area suffered power outages due to the Easter Sunday storms both Entergy and C&L Electric Cooperatives have been working hard to restore power to their customers.As of Tuesday morning, most Entergy Arkansas customers have had power restored, while C&L... Read More.

Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. says domestic violence cases have increased during COVID-19 situation

Tuesday, April 21 by Ray King

By Ray KingReports that more than 600 inmates at the Department of Corrections Cummins Unit have tested positive for the Corona virus has affected the operation of jails across the state, including the jails in Jefferson County.Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show Tuesday,... Read More.

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Mayor Washington says city revenue is good for about 10 months due to savings

Tuesday, April 21 by Ray King

By Ray KingAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on not only the health of county and county residents, it’s also taking a toll on revenue to operate vital services.Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show with Greg and Will Tuesday morning,... Read More.

City Council makes history with virtual meeting

Monday, April 20 by Ray King

By Ray KingThe Pine Bluff City Council made history Monday night when they held their first virtual meeting ever.Mayor Shirley Washington was in her office as were City Attorney Althea Hadden-Scott and Assistant City Attorney Joe Childers but City Clerk Loretta Whitfleld and the... Read More.

Riceland Foods employee in Stuttgart tests positive for Coronavirus

Monday, April 20 by Greg

According to a press release from Riceland Foods in Stuttgart, an employee has tested positive for the coronavirus.According to the release, Riceland’s coronavirus plan of action has been implemented at the Stuttgart Rice Division, where the team member worked.All team members, who were in... Read More.

United Way of Southeast Arkansas receives $25k donation

Monday, April 20 by Greg

The United Way of Southeast Arkansas has received a $25,000 donation from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield and the Blue and You Foundation.In a press release issued Monday the United Way of Southeast Arkansas said they "Want to express how grateful they are... Read More.

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