Arkansas businesses have another shot at getting financial help to power through the pandemic. Last week, the Board of Directors for the Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) put the final stamp of approval on the CARES Act Revolving Loan Fund (RLF). CAPDD was recently awarded a roughly $1 million grant from the U.S […]
DHS reduces waiting list to provide 700 new people developmental disabilities aid
Pictured above is Melissa Stone, Director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities at the Department of Human Services. See the video from Thursday’s press conference below.The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) will be adding 700 families to the program that provides in-home and community-based services to Arkansans who are eligible for assistance through Developmental […]
IRS updates deadlines for Economic Impact Payments for special situations
In August, the IRS updated deadlines for individuals regarding their Economic Impact Payment (EIP). Individuals who are not required to file a tax return may still be eligible for an EIP. If you believe this is you, please register for a your EIP by using the Non-Filers tool on the IRS website by October 15th to receive your payment. […]
The City of Bryant introduces newly appointed City Attorney Ashley Clancy
City Council members in Bryant voted Tuesday night to confirm local residentAshley Clancy to assume the soon to be vacant, Bryant City Attorney position. Mayor Allen Scott began interviewing candidates in early August to complete Josh Farmer’s elected term. He will soon leave to transition to his new role as Saline County Circuit Court Judge. […]
City of Bryant to close playground temporarily due to dead trees
The City of Bryant will close the playground on the north side of the park on Wednesday, August 26th. There will be a tree service removing several dead trees in that area. Parks Director Chris Treat stated that the roots on some of the trees have died off and may pose a danger if they […]
Bryant City Council meets Aug 25th – Tasers, FD rules, zoning, more
The Bryant City Council will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, August 25th, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at Boswell Municipal Complex-City Hall Courtroom. AGENDA INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES ANNOUNCEMENTS and PRESENTATIONS Recognition of Bryant 101 Graduates COMMITTEE and COMMISSION REPORTS DEPARTMENT REPORTS Department Reports are given on a quarterly […]
Health Dept warns of 2 scams involving contact tracing & restaurant inspection
The Arkansas Department of Health is warning about two recent scams where individuals posed as officials to try and extract payment from victims. 1. In one case, a caller purporting to be a contact tracer directed a person to quarantine and said they needed to provide a credit card to get a letter of release. […]
Friday COVID Update: Record 22 deaths in one day; Scam warning; Marijuana card extension expiring
Thanks to Ken Yang for this report: Arkansas COVID-19 Update for FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2020. Please Continue Being Safe and Practicing Social Distancing. The Numbers: There are currently 55,652 cases (up 887) • 59 of 887 in correctional facilities • 5,854 active cases • Of the 887 new cases: 80 in Pulaski County, 57 Washington […]
Benton City Council Monday night – public safety, streets, signs, a new job, sports, playground, healthcare, and more
The Benton City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, August 24th. The agenda meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Both meetings will be held in Council Chambers. Social distancing guidelines will be followed. Face masks are required. The meeting will also be available […]
Benton Committee to meet Aug 19 to discuss the animal shelter
The City of Benton will hold a Community Services/Animal Control Committee meeting at 5:00 p.m, Wednesday, August 19th to discuss the Benton Animal Control Shelter. The location will be in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex, 114 S. East Street, Benton, Arkansas. June 11, 2020 6:00 PM Committee Members: Evelyn Reed, Chair Steve Brown […]
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