Stories from Thursday, April 2, 2020

The ACLU of Arkansas issued the following statement regarding a ruling by U.S. District Judge Roy Wilson closing the Rodgers v. Bryant case that challenged state-level panhandling restrictions and making the preliminary injunction blocking the law permanent...

With so many customers telecommuting and people depending on grocery stores, hospitals and other vital services, it is more important than ever for Entergy to keep the power and gas flowing to the people who are depending on us to provide reliable, affordable energy. To do this safely, Entergy urges the public to stay away from utility employees and contractors working in the field...

Frances Emma Clem, 87, of Corning, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born April 4, 1932 in Portia to Clarence and Ollie (Burrow) Adams. Frances worked for Singer until it closed and then worked for Harts in Corning until she retired. She was of the Baptist belief. Frances loved doing word searches, working in her yard and being with her Grandkids...

Mrs. Frances LaFarlett of Trumann departed this life on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at the family residence at the age of 96 years, two months and 26 days. She was born Thursday, December 27, 1923 in and a lifetime resident of Trumann. She was a homemaker, retired from Singer Company and a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, D.C. LaFarlett; one daughter, Betty Haynie; four brothers, one sister and her parents, George Allen And Bessie Pauline Brothers Cagle...

Mr. William Robert Burke was born on February 15, 1927, the son of the late Lorena Wilson Farnum and William Robert Burke II. Mr. Burke passed away on Friday, April 17, 2015 at Arlington Cove Nursing Home in Trumann, Ark. at the age of 88 years, 2 months and 2 days. He served in the United States Navy during WWII and retired Lt. Colonel after 18 years of service to the Air Force. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughters Julie A. Burke and Mary Jane Burke...

Trumann was looking for a deep run in the post-season only to have those dreams crushed with a loss in the second round of the 3A-3 district tournament to end their season. The Wildcats finished the season with a 20-8 overall record and an 11-5 mark in conference play...

With schools closed and many workers temporarily unemployed or telecommuting due to the coronavirus pandemic, many families have a full house during times the home would normally be empty. The result is often an increased demand for energy to fuel daily lives, and that can quickly lead to a higher-than-normal energy bill...

Rob Robbinson, chair of the AR Bankers Association, spoke in the Governor's COVID-19 update the other day and clarified how loans related to the COVID-19 crisis will be offered. 100% government-guaranteed SBA loans for small businesses, including self-employed contractors...

The following are Court Date changes for Harrisburg District Court: Our office is closed to the public; however, you may still contact myfinepayment.com or call 1-877-591-8768 to make a payment. We also have a drop box in the front of the office available for payments. You need to include your name, date of birth, address, telephone number and amount enclosed on your envelope...

With COVID-19 causing us to maintain our personal space, this may be the year to work on making your lawn the envy of the neighborhood. It takes a lot of effort and time to get those weed free pretty lawns, but what else do you have to do while practicing social distancing? Once you get these lawn weeds under control it’s much easier to maintain and take care of in the future. Also resulting in less mowing, especially early in the season...

With the county schools closed to due COVID-19, each school is doing all they can to take care of their students with meals, school work and any other needs. AMI packets or Google Classroom is being used to make sure school work is being done. Trumann is providing meals for their students daily with breakfast and lunch that can be picked up four locations in town. ...

Duck hunters looking for publicly available opportunities this fall will have even more options to enjoy The Natural State’s calling card. The Arkansas Waterfowl Rice Incentive Conservation Enhancement program was awarded a grant to expand, keeping food on the ground for ducks and opening doors for hunters. ...

With coronavirus affecting many businesses in the state, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will extend the temporary closure of AGFC offices, nature and education centers and shooting ranges until further notice. Wildlife management areas, boat ramps, lakes and fishing accesses controlled by the AGFC remain open to allow people to get outside during this time of social distancing. ...

Three Rivers Food Pantry, in Marked Tree, will remain open and will serve the first Thursday and third Thursday of every month. Due to health and safety reasons, they will be doing drive-in services only. The pantry will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Three Rivers has also asked everyone to wait until at least 9:30 a.m. to show up to the pantry. "We will appreciate your help being courteous and patient," said Connie Huff, leader of the Three Rivers Food Pantry...

Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson said during his daily press conference on COVID-19 today that there are 643 cases and 12 deaths reported in the state. There have been 47 recoveries. Hutchinson also said Arkansas is below the expected number of cases projected at this time...

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is warning Arkansans to be aware of coronavirus-related scams as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports an increase in complaints of fraud and nationwide losses of $4.77 million to consumers. “Scammers and con artists are preying on fears Arkansans have related to the coronavirus, and are using this crisis to steal our money and personal information. ...

The Arkansas Secretary of Health and the Governor of Arkansas have published guidelines on COVID-19 to reduce the spread of the disease. COVID-19 can be spread easily and rapidly from person to person, because of this rapid spread, public and private gatherings of more than ten people, outside of a single household or living unit, are prohibited. ...

The safety of Arkansas State University-Newport students, faculty, staff and visitors is our top priority, and the institution is closely monitoring the Coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak and following protocols as set forth in our emergency response plan and directives given by the Governor of Arkansas...