Local authorities are urging individuals and families to cancel vacation plans, stay home and observe social distancing. The following statement was released on March 20, 2020: Pursuant to the recommendations of the White House and the CDC regarding the powerful value of social distancing in containing the COVID-19 outbreak, Saline County Judge Jeff Arey, Benton […]
Gov Expedites Unemployment Benefits for Those Impacted by COVID-19
Governor Asa Hutchinson has directed the Arkansas Department of Commerce to expedite unemployment benefits to assist Arkansans whose employment status may be impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. Employers looking for answers should visit https://www.arkansasedc.com/covid19 Under current Arkansas law (Ark. Code Ann. §11-10-507(4)), individuals who claim unemployment insurance must wait one week, which is not counted […]
UA System Board Votes to Postpone Commencement Until After June 1
The University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees voted Thursday, March 19, to postpone all spring commencement ceremonies until after June 1. All other University of Arkansas campus events have already been canceled for the remainder of the semester due to concerns related to the COVID-19 outbreak. This postponement only affects commencement ceremonies. U of A […]
Benton Utilities Closes Facilities to Customers
Benton Utilities has temporarily closed their offices to customers, In response to COVID-19, we are focusing on what is most important: our customers, our employees and our commitment to provide electric, water and wastewater services. To help keep this focus, we are implementing several proactive measures including closing our facilities to the public. Beginning Friday, […]
CADC to Keep Childcare Programs Closed Until After April 17th
Early Head Start, Head Start and Arkansas Better Chance programs will continue to be closed to children until after April 17th, 2020. The following announcement is from the Central Arkansas Development Council: Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson announced all public schools will be closed until April 17, 2020 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Hutchinson […]
Hot Springs Village announces changes in their amenities and services:
Hot Springs Village announces changes in their amenities and services: The health, safety and welfare of our property owners, residents, commercial owners, visitors and employees is a top priority for Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association. Like many of you, we have been monitoring the ongoing news related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). We ask for […]
Bryant Mayor Reiterates Gov’s Rules; Urges Youth Compliance for COVID-19 Precautions
During a press conference today, Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced that nine new counties have been added onto the presumptive positive list for the COVID-19 virus, bringing the presumptive positive cases to 62 Arkansans. The increase in positive cases is due in part to the increase in testing, but it is also a reflection of how […]
Governor: Students Home ’til Apr 17th; Some inside services closed
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, along with heads of other agencies held a press conference on Thursday, March 19th, 2020 to introduce several new restrictions for citizens, due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. Hutchinson noted that in light of the accelerating amount of cases of the virus – it had risen to 62 cases at the […]
Saline Health System Implements Restrictions for Visitors
Due to the current climate of caution from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Saline Health System (the hospital and its affiliates) is taking the following precautionary measures: Restricting entrances and implementing visitor self screenings Ongoing training for staff Cancelling volunteer/shadowing opportunities Weight Loss and Diabetes Support Groups have been postponed until further notice Current Visitor Restrictions: […]
Benton Utilities: Toilets are for 3 things and wipes ain’t one
Benton Utilities is having a big issue with repairs and the reason is that pipes are made for three things, and wipes isn’t one of them. The coronavirus (COVID-19) has reached the Saline County area. Residents are encouraged to disinfect their homes in order to help stem the tide of infections spreading. One of the […]
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