Benton Animal Control is temporarily making a few changes in their policies due to the increase in Covid cases. They issued the following statement on Friday afternoon: Unfortunately, due to the increase in Covid-19 cases we have to make a few changes to our shelter procedures. The health and safety of our employees, visitors, and […]
Bauxite Schools staying open for now; Absences not counted thru Jan 18
The Bauxite School District issued a statement about their current situation with Covid cases and absences. Bauxite families, we will remain open for onsite instruction as long as possible; however, due to the large number of positive cases and quarantined teachers and students, we have decided to excuse student absences through Tuesday, Jan. 18 giving […]
Hutchinson says Omicron is raging in Arkansas; At-home tests available; Legislators approve hospital bed funds
See Covid numbers below and read more about the new funding for hospital beds and statewide distribution of at-home tests. At his weekly news briefing Tuesday afternoon, Governor Asa Hutchinson discussed the state receiving at-home COVID tests and increasing case numbers requiring more hospital beds. Total active cases have doubled since last week, rising from […]
Deputy uses NARCAN to revive Saline County resident from fentanyl overdose
A Saline County man overdosed on drugs but was revived after deputies administered NARCAN (naloxone). According to a report from the Saline County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday, January 10, 2022, a 29-year-old male was suffering from an overdose of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that the DEA states is 80-100 times stronger than morphine. Deputies arrived […]
Over 200K at-home Covid test kits to be distributed; Governor requesting funds for hospital beds also
In December, Governor Hutchinson directed the Arkansas Department of Health to acquire 1.5 million rapid at-home tests to be available for free to Arkansans, according to a statement from the Governor’s office. The State now has received the first shipment of 211,000 at-home testing kits. The process of delivering those to the respective distribution locations […]
Benton Pharmacy Donates Life-saving Narcan Doses to Sheriff’s Deputies
Local law enforcement is now a little better equipped to help the public in the case of an overdose. The Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) received a donation from Westside Pharmacy recently of eight doses of Narcan Nasal Spray. Deputies have administered Narcan approximately 25 times this year, saving the lives of victims of overdose […]
FEMA Still Has Money to Pay for Covid-Related Funerals; Here’s How to Apply
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has a program to help pay for funeral expenses after a loved one dies from COVID-19. Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred on or after […]
Give blood in December, get a shirt and maybe $500; make appointment for one of these Saline County events
Get a great shirt and maybe $500 for giving blood, and help others in the process. The Arkansas Blood Institute is hosting blood drives in Saline County throughout December. Each donor will get a chance to win $500, a new shirt, a holiday ornament, a Vudu movie rental, and a COVID-19 antibody test. Dates and locations: • […]
SURVEY: Central AR Organization Asks How Covid-19 Impacted Your Business or Household
Central Arkansas Planning and Development District seeking input from area organizations and residents for COVID-19 Resiliency Strategic Plan A local organization is looking for your answers on a survey, so they can determine the effects of the pandemic. The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) is asking for input from businesses, nonprofits, local governments, […]
Money Mondays: 3 Things About Market Fluctuations – for Young Investors & Seasoned Ones
What Goes Up… Must Come Down? “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” –Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King’s words hold true, whether in context of his social justice efforts or an investment portfolio. While […]
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