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Hutchinson distancing himself from Trumpism

Friday, July 2 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Leading a state that went heavily for Donald Trump in the 2020 election and that has enacted some of the most aggressive laws on social issues, Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson in Arkansas has been in the national spotlight this... Read More.

Increase of COVID-19 cases predicted if social distancing ignored around 4th of July holiday

Tuesday, June 23 by Ray King

By Ray King Reported cases of COVID-19 and deaths doubled after the Memorial Day Holiday and State Health Officer Dr. Nate Smith said Tuesday that if the state learned nothing from that holiday, it’s likely the same thing will happen over the 4th of July... Read More.

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Governor praises most for social distancing, mask wearing over holiday

Tuesday, May 26 by Ray King

By Ray King Governor Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday said there was “lots of good news” over the Memorial Day Holiday weekend and said a vast majority of people paid attention to guidelines for social distancing and wearing a mask. “More than a few however placed their... Read More.

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Judge Rob Wyatt not sure how jury trials can be conducted under Social Distancing directives

Thursday, May 14 by Ray King

By Ray King As city and county government buildings and offices begin to reopen after being shut down because of the COVID-19 Pandemic, district and circuit courts are following suit beginning Monday. Circuit Judge Rob Wyatt Jr., the administrative judge for the 11-West Judicial District which... Read More.

Saracen Casino Annex to utilize social distancing upon reopening

Friday, May 8 by Greg

By Ray King The Saracen Casino Annex, which has been closed for more than a month is scheduled to reopen May 18 and project manager Carlton Saffa said Friday that he has talked to a number of employees who were furloughed when the state ordered... Read More.

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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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Arkansas State Police to assist with enforcing social distancing orders

Tuesday, April 7 by Greg

The Arkansas State Police will help enforce Governor Asa Hutchinson's social distancing orders. The orders include a ban on gatherings of more than 10 people in any confined indoor or outdoor space, with exceptions for business, places of worship, and government entities. Colonel Bill Bryant... Read More.

Governor Hutchinson directs Arkansan’s to wear masks when social distancing won’t work

Sunday, April 5 by Greg

With the number of positive COVID-19 cases rising in Arkansas on a daily basis Governor Asa Hutchinson on Sunday directed Arkansans to create masks to protect themselves and others when it’s appropriate and social distancing won’t work. While masks are not always readily available, they... Read More.

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

Thursday, March 26 by Greg

By: Ray King The 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.

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Hutchinson distancing himself from Trumpism

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