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Governor says new COVID-19 cases at Cummins prison, Forrest City Correctional

Monday, April 13 by Ray King

By Ray King According to Governor Asa Hutchinson, 130 new cases of COVID-19 were reported between Sunday and Monday, bringing the current total to 1,410. At his daily press conference Monday, the governor said of those new cases, 98 were reported in either the Federal Correctional... Read More.

Jefferson county records fourth COVID-19 death

Saturday, April 11 by Greg

Jefferson county has recorded its fourth death associated with the COVID-19 virus. The death is also the fourth this week. Jefferson county Coroner Chad Kelley confirmed two additional deaths to DeltaplexNews.com Saturday. The first death for Jefferson county was announced Tuesday by County Judge Gerald Robinson.... Read More.

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Hutchinson: The First Line of Defense Against COVID-19

Friday, April 10 by Greg

Governor Asa Hutchinson addressed the COVID-19 crisis Friday in his weekly radio address: LITTLE ROCK – Today I’d like to talk about the professionals who are on the front lines at the hospitals and clinics all over Arkansas who are treating our COVID-19 patients and doing... Read More.

Governor talks about PBHS ceremony at COVID-19 press conference

Friday, April 10 by Ray King

By Ray King Governor Asa Hutchinson on Friday was asked about a celebration held at Pine Bluff High School to recognize graduating seniors who will not be able to participate in a formal ceremony. The celebration involved students, faculty and administrators gathering in their vehicles while... Read More.

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Jefferson county records second COVID-19 death

Friday, April 10 by Greg

Jefferson county has recorded its second COVID-19 death according to Jefferson county Coroner Chad Kelley. According to Kelley, a patient at Jefferson Regional passed away overnight after testing positive for the Coronavirus. Kelley was not able to provide any other details regarding the patient due... Read More.

Local leaders discuss COVID-19 issues in online town hall meeting Thursday night

Thursday, April 9 by Greg

With the COVID-19 crisis originating in Pine Bluff, Mayor Shirley Washington has initiated a COVID-19 Task Force to help come up with solutions for the ongoing crisis. Washington spoke about the people who are on the task force in a virtual town hall meeting Thursday... Read More.

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COVID-19 cases increase as do recoveries in Arkansas

Thursday, April 9 by Ray King

By Ray King The number of reported cases of the Corona virus continues to increase in Arkansas but so does the number of people who have recovered from the virus. During Governor Asa Hutchinson’s daily press conference on COVID-19, State Health Officer Dr. Nate Smith said... Read More.

Pine Bluff parks see uptick in activity during COVID-19 social distancing

Wednesday, April 8 by Greg

Parks in Pine Bluff have been closed at earlier times due to COVID-19 concerns and the current curfew that is in place, but Parks and Recreation Director Sam Glover says that parks are still open for citizens to enjoy. “The Governor has encouraged that you... Read More.

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WHPD Chief Greg Shapiro gives update on COVID-19 procedures for his department

Wednesday, April 8 by Ray King

By Ray King White Hall Police Chief Greg Shapiro said Wednesday his officers will not be enforcing the curfew ordered by Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson. Appearing on the Oldies 101.3 morning show with Greg Horne and Will Jenkins, Shapiro said his officers will be enforcing... Read More.

Judge Gerald Robinson reports Pine Bluff’s first COVID-19 death

Tuesday, April 7 by Greg

UPDATE 1:35 P.M. - Governor Asa Hutchinson says the number of deaths in Arkansas remains at 18 as it has the past two days. No additional deaths have been reported to the State Health Department according to the Governor. UPDATE 11:45 A.M. - Coroner Chad Kelley... Read More.

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Evictions have not been halted in Arkansas during the COVID-19 crisis

Saturday, April 4 by Greg

There are many rumors on social media regarding the process of evictions from property in Arkansas during the COVID-19 crisis we are all facing. One of the main rumors states that it is against the law for landlords to evict anyone right now. While Governor... Read More.

COVID-19: The facts as they pertain to Arkansas

Saturday, April 4 by Greg

UPDATED 3:45 PM SUNDAY, APRIL 5 As news of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) takes center stage across America medical professionals are providing information about the virus here in Arkansas. According to the Arkansas Department of Health they are keeping tabs on numerous cases across the state. As of... Read More.

Stories tagged with: covid19

Governor says new COVID-19 cases at Cummins prison, Forrest City Correctional

Jefferson county records fourth COVID-19 death

Hutchinson: The First Line of Defense Against COVID-19

Governor talks about PBHS ceremony at COVID-19 press conference

Jefferson county records second COVID-19 death

Local leaders discuss COVID-19 issues in online town hall meeting Thursday night

COVID-19 cases increase as do recoveries in Arkansas

WHPD Chief Greg Shapiro gives update on COVID-19 procedures for his department

Judge Gerald Robinson reports Pine Bluff’s first COVID-19 death

Evictions have not been halted in Arkansas during the COVID-19 crisis

COVID-19: The facts as they pertain to Arkansas

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