46-year-old Sean David Womble is facing the felony charge after a 12-year-old girl informed family members of the sexual abuse in September, according to the arrest affidavit. Nonetheless, the scheme left dozens of victims in its wakes. For more information, contact the chamber of commerce at (870) 898-2758. Howard County reported two fewer active cases on Thursday. Cities and towns across the state get into the spirit, decking the halls and bringing families together. No dogs are allowed during the hunt. Other filing requirements include an affidavit of eligibility and a political practices pledge. Finally, Brown provided a plaque honoring the public service of Teresa Bunyard. There was a closer conjunction of the planets some 400 years ago, but that event was not visible to many of us here on Earth, according to Space.com. However, a Trophy Alligator Gar Tag is still required to keep alligator gar longer than 36 inches. In neighboring counties, Little River reported no change in its active cases, which remain at 49. In addition, although the vaccine will not be mandatory for workers, it will be highly encouraged. Sevier County Sheriff’s Office releases November update   12/10/2020. Local stargazers should turn their heads and telescopes to the southwest portion of the sky about 45 minutes after sunset to see the planets align. This ordinance, passed in 2005, allowed a certain number of “private clubs” to sell alcohol in the county, such as the De Queen Country Club. Students qualifying for regional include Abigail San Juan, who plays 12 chair flute; Hayley Strickland, third chair oboe; Benjamin Ramirez, first chair bassoon; Alma Trejo, first chair Bass Clarinet; Saul Felip, tenor saxophone; Jafet Sotello, baritone sax; Jonathan Hernandez, 10^th chair trumpet; and Brittany Hernandez, 12 chair trumpet. But many consumers have been rightfully concerned about the safety of their personal and financial information due to this type of fraud. Hutchinson also provided an update on the initial arrival in Arkansas of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine. But local community organizers say it’s vital this year not to forget Sevier County’s senior citizens this Christmas season. The group is offering free counseling, food resources, housing and day care assistance for local residents. Upon returning to the open meeting, aldermen voted move water, street and sanitation employee Brett Muse from an hourly employee to a salaried exempt status, with a salary set at $45,000 dollars. Bowman has a long history of service as a school board member and representative of the ABSA. AMHC seeking applications to host health events with local    01/20/2021. Questions can be referred to 870-584-3225, via email at DQchamber@gmail.com or message the De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. She is active as a DHS Cheerleader, two-time All American Cheerleader and is cheer captain. Marshallese women who became victims of adoption scheme return to De Queen for closure      12/02/20, Tuesday was a day of healing for a group of Marshallese women who had become victims in De Queen as part of a nationwide human trafficking and adoption scheme, The charges all relate to an adoption scheme Petersen had orchestrated for years. Total cases of COVID-19 infection in Arkansas now number more than 161,000. The flags are removed and stored between designated holidays. Deaths remain at 57. That means trained staff will always be on site to respond quickly to a child placed in the baby box. Horatio, De Queen Senior Citizens Center hosting donation drive for local elderly      12/04/20. They include the requirement that virtual students have access to reliable internet and an understanding of how to use all internet-based platforms and software. Sevier County Economic Development Director Tiffany Maurer announced the new foundation in a press release issued this week. Nonetheless, the Sweetens and the whole Lace Lane community invites everyone to come out, enjoy the lights and have a Merry Christmas. The program is no longer based on income guidelines. That leaves 57 confirmed and probable active cases in the county. Those include the 70-year-old bridge spanning the Saline River on the Sevier and Howard County line. Gov. Active cases saw a single decrease to 20,690. Finally, HB1107 amends the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program to allow the Arkansas Department of Health to request physical or electronic copies of prescriptions from prescribers or dispensers when checking for accuracy. ADH updates local COVID-19 figures; Polk County reports three more deaths    12/29/2020. In Howard County, active cases fell by three to a current total of 48. More information about the annual membership banquet will be released as details become available. A link can also be found on the De Queen School District’s Facebook page. If you file a police report, send a copy to the Department of Workforce Services to stop the fraudulent income from being reported to the IRS. The city of Lockesburg will pass out bags of candy after the parade at the Bank of Lockesburg parking lot. Participants can complete courses one at a time and come back later to finish them. Overall, the city will be looking at a fairly straightforward budget with total expenditures slightly over $4.1 million. Across the state, an additional 2,212 confirmed and probable cases were reported in Arkansas on Wednesday. The ordinance was passed with an emergency clause, meaning the new regulations went into effect immediately following the vote. This training includes 30 hours of self-guided study and is available online. Total confirmed and probable cases rose by 12 to 1,043. Howard County reported an increase of four active cases on Tuesday. And Wiley’s hope is to share that message to make De Queen’s businesses stronger and the community an even better place to live. Polk County reported seven fewer active cases yesterday. Arizona man accused of operating illegal adoption scheme in De Queen, elsewhere now in federal prison    01/26/2021. The two planets will be so close that they will appear to be touching, separated by one-fifth the diameter of a full moon – although, in fact, they’ll still be separated by hundreds of thousands of miles. The Panthers will compete in Session 2 starting at 11:50 that morning. The testing areas were left uninhabitable due to the high level of radiation left behind by the bomb explosions. According to the Oklahoma Department of Health, McCurtain County reported seven fewer active cases on Tuesday, lowering the total to 307. The Texarkana-based hospital employs a number of residents from the local area. With the growing number of deer in Arkansas and pretty liberal bag limits, hunters can make a real difference in helping feeding agencies across the state. The funding was held through a federal auction with bids by major internet service providers across the nation. According to the Oklahoma Department of Health, McCurtain County reported a decrease of six active cases over the past 24 hours. Recoveries grew by 20 to 1,930 over the same period. LOCKESBURG – The City of Lockesburg will host its annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 5. This would provide a tie-in spot, Brown explained, for a new duplex complex planned for the corner of Ninth Street and Coulter Avenue. Legitimate contact tracers will never ask for your Medicare number, financial information, or try to set up a COVID-19 test for you and get payment information. Active cases did see a net decrease, falling by 623 to the current total of 20,831. However, self-guided walks and hikes are encouraged on the “First Weekend” of the New Year, on Jan. 1-3. Pilgrim’s De Queen/Nashville Complex Manager Eddie Halter said this project will “allow team members and neighbors to enjoy a fun outdoor recreation activity and provide a place for families and friends to come together and socialize. DE QUEEN – Rising COVID-19 cases in Sevier County and across the state have prompted all libraries in Sevier County to return to curbside only service. Vanderpool said those guidelines necessitate the closing of both campuses to remain in compliance. Reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that on average more than 10,000 people were killed each year from 2014 through 2018 as the result of drunk driving related crashes. Graduates are asked to email a photo for the ceremony to aaylett@cccua.edu or text 584-1125. Anyone who donates a minimum of $100 automatically becomes a member of the FRIENDS Foundation and with the stated mission that raised funds will help Sevier County grow financially. State Representative DeAnn Vaught said several pieces of legislation addressing future tax cuts have been filed in advance of the 2021 Regular Session. That’s around $400,000 more than the current year’s budget. Active cases fell to just under 18,000. According to the Oklahoma Department of Health, McCurtain County reported 39 fewer active cases on Tuesday. Last month Sevier County voters turned out for a historic election to show their support for the legalization of alcohol sales in the county. De Queen has first serious chance for snow of the season   12/15/2020. Lights on Lace Lane will be up through Jan. 1    12/29/2020. De Queen Police Department News. Those who received fraudulent unemployment claims in the mail, filled them out and returned them will need to be on the lookout when they go to file their claims. The deal is expected to close within the second quarter of 2021. Construction is expected to take between four to five weeks. It was created last year with citizens of Sevier County in mind. Participants will receive a certificate of completion, which satisfies the Produce Safety Rule training requirement. Total confirmed and probable cases rose by 11 to 1,921. Hutchinson said school districts, colleges and universities would need to determine the number of doses they need and then collaborate with the Arkansas Department of Health to set up vaccination clinics. Information uploaded to the survey will help the task force better understand how many feral hogs are being removed monthly by private individuals, state agencies, and federal agencies. Several torpedoes launched from aircraft struck the vessel. In Howard County, active cases saw a sizable increase on Tuesday, raising by 12 to 51. That project is estimated to cost around $300,000 to complete. District officials say the Small Business Operations class provides experience in the day-to-day operations of a real business. Aldermen then approved an operating budget for 2021 until corrections can be made to the proposed budget. Deaths increased by 52 over the previous 24-hour period. For questions on becoming a FRIENDS member or to RSVP for the FRIENDS Foundation’s annual meeting, contact Sevier County Economic Development Director Tiffany Maurer at tmaurer@cccua.edu or 870-584-1184. The De Queen Police Department will be posting pictures and updates from the area. Both forests cover land in Arkansas as well as Oklahoma.Prescribed fires, also known as controlled fires, are intended to meet several objectives. He said only around five percent of ICU beds in the state are unoccupied and only a fifth of general hospital beds. This report however does not list probable active cases, results from pending tests or students who have not tested positive but have been isolated due to potential exposure to the virus. Across Arkansas, state health officials reported 2,327 new cases yesterday. Attorney Kaylen Lewis will speak about an ordinance regarding liquor sales in the county. The women were isolated in De Queen, unable to speak the language or communicate their situation to anyone who could help. Patrons are asked to enter the campus from Locust Street and proceed to available parking in front of the coffee shop. The man is reportedly in stable condition. Comment period open for future plans for Albert Pike Recreation Area   12/16/2020. Recoveries now number over 165,000. The vaccine will not cost anyone anything. Polk County reported 24 fewer cases over the weekend. They will be followed by the elderly and most vulnerable populations, then Arkansas teachers and school staff and then, finally, the general population. That leaves 55 active cases in Howard County. troy Wells, CEO of Arkansas Baptist Health, said the increasing hospitalizations due to COVID-19 in Arkansas is putting stress on hospitals and healthcare workers. Numerous other charges, including wire fraud, Medicaid fraud, money laundering and 19 human trafficking charges specific to Arkansas, were dismissed as part of the plea agreement. Bard said he plans to continue the bank’s role as a community-based institution with an emphasis on agriculture lending. City officials hope the faster internet speed will aid families and children who are enrolled in their school’s virtual learning program due to the ongoing pandemic. At least $40 billion has been set aside for businesses with 10 or fewer employees and for loans under $250,000 in low-income areas. Polk County reported 10 fewer active cases yesterday, leaving 161 confirmed and probable active cases in Polk County. Finally, the quorum court heard from Muriel Wiley who is spearheading a local community project committee. Total cases grew by 19 to 849. Masks are required. WINTHROP – A local sailor killed in action nearly 80 years ago has finally made it home after a burial ceremony over the weekend. The Sevier County Courthouse will be closed at 1 p.m. this Thursday, Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve, and remain closed until 8 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 4. Goldsby is a convicted Level III sex offender for an incident involving a 13-year-old female. In review, 1,950 new cases of COVID-19 were reported on Tuesday for a statewide cumulative total of 159,309. Chicot County continues to report the highest rate in the state with 10.9 percent. According to the Oklahoma Department of Health, McCurtain County reported a decrease of three active cases over the past 24 hours. Total cases now number 927. That total has risen significantly and tragically since. Bowman has served in various offices at the state level as she progressed until being eligible to serve as president this year. Hutchinson said that crisis led the state to assess the state of law enforcement in Arkansas. Hospitalizations increased by 20 to 1,070. Each school in this session is allotted 55 tickets to sell to spectators. The success of the event will rely a lot on the need to keep traffic moving through the park. The administrative office of the courts will be tasked with compiling a list of eligible nonprofits. DE QUEEN – The Sevier County Sheriffs Office has released its update detailing activities for the month of November: Deputies clocked a total of 1,633 hours on duty during the month. Gov. The 2021 Arkansas Travel Guide is now available at Welcome Centers and tourism locations across the state. Active cases in the county now number 151. Domtar Corp. announced last week its plans to sell off its nearly $1 billion personal care business in a move designed to help the company restructure following a difficult 2020. Revenue from general fund items will total more than $739,000 dollars. Deaths remained at 20. Together these projects will provide high-speed internet to nearly 2,700 currently unserved or under-served homes and businesses in Howard County. The Cooperative Extension Service, part of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, is still inviting participants to take part in an online program to help area residents do just that. She is currently holding the office of secretary on the local level. The council did pass an ordinance, however, establishing a yearly $25 license requirement for any business authorized by Arkansas Beverage Control to sell, serve or manufacture alcohol in De Queen. Fortunately, this rare malfunction forces the plane’s engine to operate at full power, as opposed to resorting to, say, half throttle or no power at all. Recipients are asked to come south down Fifth Street and enter the back of the church and exit on Fourth Street. Wiley said she quickly realized the importance of the local chamber of commerce and its role in the community. Chamber officials said that, while participation was cut short due to last minute quarantine among parade groups, those that did show up provided a fantastic evening. Neighboring Little River County’s latest unemployment data shows the county is just behind Sevier with a rate of 5.9 percent. The hospital’s COVID-19 Taskforce is evaluating and planning for the storage and distribution of the vaccine across Northeast Texas. On public land feral hogs may not be taken on many wildlife management areas and National Wildlife Refuges. Howard County reported nine fewer active cases Tuesday, leaving just 29 confirmed and probable active cases in the county. Kaylen Lewis, the county’s legal counsel, provided a sample ordinance the county could implement that would add additional permit fees for any restaurant or business seeking a license to sell or serve alcohol. It was created last year with citizens of Sevier County in mind. Hospitalizations decreased by 21 over the same period, leaving 1,271 Arkansans still hospitalized due to COVID-19, Felony charges filed against Little River County many for stabbing brother     01/15/2021. DE QUEEN – Here are the latest figures as of Monday afternoon for Sevier County and the surrounding area, according to the Arkansas Dept. Deaths remain at 16. All four saddles have since been returned to their owner. Sevier County reported an increase of six active cases on Tuesday, raising that total to 72 currently confirmed active cases in the county. The future for these women is an uncertain one to map out. If a child is placed in the baby box, lights and alerts are sent out to trained professionals and first responders who will arrive almost instantly to provide care. If valuables are inside, this will protect you against loss or damage. It all started more than two decades ago when Thomas and Donna Sweeten began transforming their property into a dazzling array of Christmas lights and decorations. Charges will be reviewed by Prosecutor Erin Hunter. Pictured in the first row from left to right are Kyleigh Faulkenberry, Gabriela Aguilar, Katie Williamson, Teralee Stewart, Jeremiah Coto, Elaine Tovar and Marlene Tellez.
In the second row are Tristan Marrufo, Beau McCullough, Mario Gonzalez, Captain Sonny Kimmel
Back Row (left to right) – PFC Michael Barnes, Mallory Tonihka, Officer Bobby Bagley, Lt. Chad Bradshaw, Officer Chris Turner, Officer Beth Hughes and Aubreye Gillmore. Bond set at $50,000 for Horatio woman charged with felony drug, gun offences  12/15/2020. Kayleb’s got a quick answer to the question he’s likely to be asked, a lot: will he fly again? That raises the state’s cumulative total of infections to slightly over 172,000 since the start of the outbreak. Birding is a popular activity at Pond Creek and Overflow NWRs. Supporting projects that help improve the quality of life for our community is something we are very passionate about at Pilgrim’s, and we’re grateful our Hometown Strong program is making this possible.”Combined with $95,000 in new equipment slated for Herman Dierks Park this year, the splash pad will help make the park an even greater attraction for future visitors. Total cases remained unchanged at 1,248 and deaths at 20. This is the second time this year the Claim Center has temporarily closed due to possible exposure to the virus. Active positives in Arkansas decreased by 355 and currently number 24,740 confirmed and probable active cases. Horatio students are expected to return for onsite instruction Monday after the elementary and high school campuses were closed this week due to COVID-19.