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Supreme Court issues new guidelines for judges

By Ray King The Arkansas Supreme Court has issued additional guidelines for judges regarding the on-going COVID-19 pandemic. In an order issued Friday, Chief Justice John Dan Kemp said that while the courts will remain open, the previously ordered suspension all in-person proceedings in all appellate,... Read More.
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County Judge issues order to close courthouse

By Ray King Jefferson County Judge Gerald Robinson has issued an order closing the county courthouse effective Tuesday April 7 and lasting through Friday April 24. “County leaders and emergency management staff are constantly monitoring developments and strategizing about additional steps needed to protect the public,”... Read More.

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

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.
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Arkansas Tech issues credit for lost housing due to pandemic

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Students at Arkansas Tech University will receive a credit toward future university housing after the outbreak of the coronavirus forced student dorms to close. The school’s board of trustees approved the pro-rated credits Sunday. Credits will be applied over the next... Read More.
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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office issues response to COVID-19

Jefferson County Sheriff Lafayette Woods, Jr. has issued a letter in regards to changes for the Sheriff's Department in light of the COVID-19 situation in Jefferson County. Dear Citizens: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office takes the health of our deputies, staff, and our community seriously. Due... Read More.

POTUS issues new, strict COVID-19 guidelines

WASHINGTON, DC (ASSOCIATED PRESS) President Donald Trump and his coronavirus task force on Monday issued new, stricter guidelines to stop the spread of the disease, including that states with evidence of community transmission should close bars, restaurants and other indoor and outdoor venues where... Read More.
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Veterans Administration issues Coronavirus warning

Special Notice from Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System Talk of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) is everywhere. Here’s what you should know and do to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy. Know the symptoms COVID-19 is a new virus that causes respiratory illness in humans, usually 2–14... Read More.