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Social distancing order does not place limits on community and outdoor events

Thursday, March 26 by Greg

By: Ray KingThe Arkansas Health Department has finalized an order placing limits on the number of people who can gather as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic.According to the order and “based on available scientific evidence, it is necessary and appropriate to take further... Read More.

Positive COVID-19 case reported at The Waters of White Hall

Thursday, March 26 by Greg

The Arkansas Health Department is now confirming 41 positive COVID-19 cases in Arkansas nursing homes, to include a positive case found Wednesday at The Waters of White Hall nursing home.Arkansas Secretary of Health Dr. Nate Smith says the recent positive case is connected to... Read More.

New symptoms of COVID-19 include GI issues, fatigue, no fever

Thursday, March 26 by Greg

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - During Tuesday’s press conference, Dr. Amy Acton provided new numbers regarding the coronavirus, new symptoms and encouraged people who don’t feel well to stay home.“If you don’t feel well in any way, just stay home,” Dr. Acton said.She stressed the... Read More.

$25K reward offered for information in death of Wilmar man

Thursday, March 26 by Greg

A $25,000 reward is being offered for information in the death of 26-year-old Marquis Martin of Wilmar, whose body was discovered March 7, nearly a month after he was reported missing. Martin was last seen on surveillance video at the Murphy USA gas station on... Read More.

Jefferson County Clerk outlines early voting procedures

Thursday, March 26 by Greg

By: Ray KingAs early voting for the March 31 runoff continues, the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office is taking extra precautions to avoid exposure to the coronavirus.County Clerk Shawndra Taggart said Thursday that a deputy at the courthouse door is taking the temperature of before... Read More.

Arkansas to ban some indoor social gatherings due to virus

Wednesday, March 25 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas will soon ban indoor social gatherings with more than 10 people to combat a growing number of coronavirus cases in the state, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Wednesday The governor said his administration was working on a directive it will... Read More.

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Jefferson County deputies discover vehicle with deceased male near Humphrey

Wednesday, March 25 by Greg

Jefferson County deputies discovered a body inside a vehicle near Highway 13 in Humphrey, Arkansas.Deputies were notified of a suspicious vehicle in Humphrey at approximately 10 a.m. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the vehicle on a levee with a lifeless, white male inside.The victim has... Read More.

Tyson Foods planning second food donation in Pine Bluff after out-of-date products found in chicken giveaway

Wednesday, March 25 by Greg

Approximately 40,000 pounds of chicken was given away Monday at the Pine Bluff Convention Center by the Delta Network Foodbank. Tyson Foods donated the chicken that was almost a year past the “best if used by” date on the packaging.Due to this, Tyson Foods... Read More.

Asa Hutchinson to issue directive banning social gatherings of more than 10 people

Wednesday, March 25 by Greg

Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Wednesday that he'd authorized emergency temporary medical licenses for medical residents who have completed one-year internships.Hutchinson said in a news conference that expediting the licensing process has added 100 new physicians to the fight against COVID-19 in the state.... Read More.

Jefferson County District Courts suspending all in-person court preceedings

Wednesday, March 25 by Greg

By: Ray KingBecause of the Arkansas Supreme Court order suspending all in-person court proceedings through Friday, April 17, provisions have been made for persons who have court dates or citations due by that date in district or city courtsPersons who have citations or court... Read More.

Little Rock expands curfew because of virus outbreak

Wednesday, March 25 by Greg

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas’ largest city on Wednesday expanded its curfew because of the coronavirus outbreak, as the number of cases in the state rose to at least 280. Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott said the city will impose a curfew from 9... Read More.

PBPD investigating Tuesday shooting

Wednesday, March 25 by Greg

Pine Bluff Police are continuing their investigation into a shooting in the central part of the city Tuesday afternoon.According to a police report, Donnie Haney, 62, was shot in the right shoulder and was taken by ambulance to Jefferson Regional Hospital where he was... Read More.

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