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AG issues warning about price gouging after tornados

Tuesday, May 28 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — In the aftermath of the deadly tornadoes that ripped through Arkansas on Sunday, Attorney General Tim Griffin issued a statement warning of post-storm rebuilding scams. He continued on informing businesses of prohibitions on price gouging in Act 367 of 1997 following Governor Huckabee's... Read More.

IRS issues scam warning for taxpayers if they filed big refunds

Tuesday, May 14 by Alex Bivens

Consumer alert: IRS warns taxpayers they may be scam victims if they filed for big refunds; misleading advice leads to false claims for Fuel Tax Credit, Sick and Family Leave Credit, Household Employment taxes Taxpayers who filed these claims mistakenly need to follow advice on... Read More.

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Metropolitan Emergency Communication Association (MECA) issues warning

Tuesday, April 30 by Greg

Metropolitan Emergency Communication Association (MECA), Jefferson Counties 911 service has issued a warning to the public Tuesday night. Only 3 people are working as of Tuesday night and all calls would be delayed and asked for citizens to not ask for estimated time of... Read More.

Warning from Jefferson County Sheriff’ Office

Thursday, November 9 by Greg

Jefferson County Sheriff' Office (JCSO) is issuing a pubic warning about a recent phone scam that has been reported by a concerned citizen. "We want to ensure the safety and security of our residents and to prevent anyone from falling victim to this fraudulent... Read More.

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FEMA announces test of emergency warning system

Monday, October 2 by Ray King

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, commonly known as FEMA, announced it is planning a nationwide test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) on Wednesday. The alert will be delivered to cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and televisions, at 2:20 p.m. Eastern time. The message... Read More.

McGehee issues storm warning system guidelines

Friday, April 28 by Ray King

The City of McGehee has issued guidelines for its storm warning system. According to the McGehee Dermott Times-News, some residents have asked for clarification on when and how the warning sirens are activated. Police Chief Scott Williams said there are four warning sirens located around the... Read More.

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Portions of the Deltaplex under an Ice Storm Warning

Monday, January 30 by Staff

Portions of the Deltaplex are under an ice storm warning as freezing temperatures and moisture approach the area early this week. According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, accumulating ice is possible across much of the state, but the highest totals (a quarter... Read More.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office issues warning of phone scams

Monday, November 7 by Staff

Don't fall for today's Phone Scam, even if the caller says they're with the Sheriff's Office. Scammers are trying different ways to try to con people, including saying they are calling from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office or some other law enforcement agency. If you receive... Read More.

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Sheridan School District issues warning regarding graduation scam

Monday, May 16 by Staff

The Sheridan School District issued a warning to parents of a phone scam taking place within the district. The district says that someone is calling parents identifying themselves as a school employee, stating they must pay a fee to attend graduation. The message from the district... Read More.

Council at Star City votes to relocate storm warning activation system

Tuesday, January 18 by Ray King

The City Council at Star City voted last week to relocate the activation system for the storm warning sirens from the former Lincoln County jail to the Star City Police Department. According to the Lincoln Ledger newspaper, the system requires a designated phone number to... Read More.

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Jail inmates given drug despite warning against use to treat COVID

Wednesday, August 25 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Inmates at a northwest Arkansas jail have been prescribed ivermectin to combat COVID-19, despite warnings from federal health officials that the antiparasitic drug should not be used to treat the coronavirus. Washington County’s sheriff confirmed Tuesday night that the jail’s... Read More.

Heat warning for Ashley, Desha, Chicot, Drew, and Lincoln counties

Monday, August 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

Another Excessive Heat Warning will be in effect Tuesday until 8 p.m. for Ashley, Chicot, Desha, Drew, and Lincoln counties. Dangerously hot conditions with daytime heat index values as high as 112 to 115 degrees are expected. Other parts of the state, including other Southeast... Read More.

Stories tagged with: warning

AG issues warning about price gouging after tornados

IRS issues scam warning for taxpayers if they filed big refunds

Metropolitan Emergency Communication Association (MECA) issues warning

Warning from Jefferson County Sheriff’ Office

FEMA announces test of emergency warning system

McGehee issues storm warning system guidelines

Portions of the Deltaplex under an Ice Storm Warning

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office issues warning of phone scams

Sheridan School District issues warning regarding graduation scam

Council at Star City votes to relocate storm warning activation system

Jail inmates given drug despite warning against use to treat COVID

Heat warning for Ashley, Desha, Chicot, Drew, and Lincoln counties

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