Posted: Jun 25, 2020 / 10:23 PM CDTUpdated: Jun 25, 2020 / 10:23 PM CDTJACKSONVILLE, Ark. (KARK) — Former nurses at a healthcare facility in Jacksonville are blowing the whistle on what they call a dangerous environment for patients and staff.The Arkansas Department of Health tells us that 31 staff members and 42 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 at Woodland Hills in Jacksonville. 8 residents have died.The former nurses tell us they feel it could have been prevented.“We can’t do it anymore because we just can’t watch this. I’ve never seen anything like that before in my life,”...…Posted: Jun 25, 2020 / 10:23 PM CDTUpdated: Jun 25, 2020 / 10:23 PM CDTJACKSONVILLE, Ark. (KARK) — Former nurses at a healthcare facility in Jacksonville are blowing the whistle on what they call a dangerous environment for patients and staff.The Arkansas Department of Health tells us that 31 staff members and 42 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 at Woodland Hills in Jacksonville. 8 residents have died.The former nurses tell us they feel it could have been prevented.“We can’t do it anymore because we just can’t watch this. I’ve never seen anything like that before in my life,”...WW…

Posted: Apr 14, 2021 / 10:20 PM CDTUpdated: Apr 14, 2021 / 10:20 PM CDTRUSSELLVILLE, Ark.—Despite thousands of Arkansans out of work and collecting unemployment checks, many companies say they can’t find anyone willing to fill their open positions.Signs that read ‘We’re Hiring’ can be found on most main streets in Russellville.“The fallacy that’s out there right now that there are no jobs is what’s killing me,” said Nesha Shields, Branch Manger for Penmac Staffing.Shields says companies across the area rely on her office to supply them with individuals looking for work. However, for the...…Posted: Apr 14, 2021 / 10:20 PM CDTUpdated: Apr 14, 2021 / 10:20 PM CDTRUSSELLVILLE, Ark.—Despite thousands of Arkansans out of work and collecting unemployment checks, many companies say they can’t find anyone willing to fill their open positions.Signs that read ‘We’re Hiring’ can be found on most main streets in Russellville.“The fallacy that’s out there right now that there are no jobs is what’s killing me,” said Nesha Shields, Branch Manger for Penmac Staffing.Shields says companies across the area rely on her office to supply them with individuals looking for work. However, for the...WW…

Posted: Feb 26, 2021 / 10:46 PM CSTUpdated: Feb 27, 2021 / 08:55 AM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Hutchinson made a slew of big COVID-19 announcements, including allowing restaurants to operate at 100% capacity.The announcement also included an extension of the Public Health Emergency that was set to expire on February 28, 2021.The state’s mask mandate will remain in place through March 31, though there is a plan that would allow the mandate to be lifted, if positive tests remain under certain levels.The Governor also said many state directives tied to businesses during the pandemic are...…Posted: Feb 26, 2021 / 10:46 PM CSTUpdated: Feb 27, 2021 / 08:55 AM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Hutchinson made a slew of big COVID-19 announcements, including allowing restaurants to operate at 100% capacity.The announcement also included an extension of the Public Health Emergency that was set to expire on February 28, 2021.The state’s mask mandate will remain in place through March 31, though there is a plan that would allow the mandate to be lifted, if positive tests remain under certain levels.The Governor also said many state directives tied to businesses during the pandemic are...WW…

Posted: Feb 13, 2021 / 11:13 PM CSTUpdated: Feb 13, 2021 / 11:14 PM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.—A shopping frenzy was underway across Central Arkansas as Arkansans stock up before the snow storm.On Sunday, there will be snow on the ground. It’s expected to be the biggest winter storm to hit the area in five years.Many took advantage of the quiet weather on Saturday before the storm.“It’s real crazy in there. People are social distancing– but it’s real crazy, kind of just park your buggy and go,” said Elnora Wesley who was shopping at Kroger.Wesley was one of thousands who stood in line in grocery...…Posted: Feb 13, 2021 / 11:13 PM CSTUpdated: Feb 13, 2021 / 11:14 PM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.—A shopping frenzy was underway across Central Arkansas as Arkansans stock up before the snow storm.On Sunday, there will be snow on the ground. It’s expected to be the biggest winter storm to hit the area in five years.Many took advantage of the quiet weather on Saturday before the storm.“It’s real crazy in there. People are social distancing– but it’s real crazy, kind of just park your buggy and go,” said Elnora Wesley who was shopping at Kroger.Wesley was one of thousands who stood in line in grocery...WW…

Posted: Nov 21, 2020 / 07:55 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 21, 2020 / 07:55 PM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Future nurses are bracing themselves for the front lines of the pandemic following a Friday announcement from state leaders.Governor Hutchinson said in a press conference he will fast track 1,104 nursing students so they can alleviate the stress in Arkansas hospitals in just a few weeks.He said the board will expedite their licensure. Hutchison also said their application fees would be waived. However, the background check would still happen and students would still have to pay that particular fee.“We...…Posted: Nov 21, 2020 / 07:55 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 21, 2020 / 07:55 PM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Future nurses are bracing themselves for the front lines of the pandemic following a Friday announcement from state leaders.Governor Hutchinson said in a press conference he will fast track 1,104 nursing students so they can alleviate the stress in Arkansas hospitals in just a few weeks.He said the board will expedite their licensure. Hutchison also said their application fees would be waived. However, the background check would still happen and students would still have to pay that particular fee.“We...WW…

Posted: Nov 16, 2020 / 09:00 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 12, 2020 / 05:16 AM CSTUPDATE:Faulkner County Sheriff Tim Ryals makes statement:A Message From Sheriff RyalsSince taking office in 2017, I have been an advocate of integrity, professionalism, and transparency. I hold my deputies and investigators to the highest of standards to protect and serve the residents of our community.On Tuesday I was notified of a use of force incident that occurred on November 9, 2020, involving Investigator James Freeman. The incident occurred at 76 Autumn Hills Road where Investigator Freeman fired his service...…Posted: Nov 16, 2020 / 09:00 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 12, 2020 / 05:16 AM CSTUPDATE:Faulkner County Sheriff Tim Ryals makes statement:A Message From Sheriff RyalsSince taking office in 2017, I have been an advocate of integrity, professionalism, and transparency. I hold my deputies and investigators to the highest of standards to protect and serve the residents of our community.On Tuesday I was notified of a use of force incident that occurred on November 9, 2020, involving Investigator James Freeman. The incident occurred at 76 Autumn Hills Road where Investigator Freeman fired his service...WW…

Posted: Nov 19, 2020 / 10:40 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 20, 2020 / 08:04 AM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.— On Thursday, Arkansas recorded more than 2,200 new cases of the Coronavirus—the second highest for the state.It was also another day of double digit COVID related deaths with 22 being reported.Meanwhile, restaurants in Arkansas are still operating at two thirds capacity, despite recommendations from the White House to scale back.The owner of a Little Rock restaurant called “Trios” says if Governor Asa Hutchinson won’t set additional guidelines, she will.“This has been the most surreal and difficult...…Posted: Nov 19, 2020 / 10:40 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 20, 2020 / 08:04 AM CSTLITTLE ROCK, Ark.— On Thursday, Arkansas recorded more than 2,200 new cases of the Coronavirus—the second highest for the state.It was also another day of double digit COVID related deaths with 22 being reported.Meanwhile, restaurants in Arkansas are still operating at two thirds capacity, despite recommendations from the White House to scale back.The owner of a Little Rock restaurant called “Trios” says if Governor Asa Hutchinson won’t set additional guidelines, she will.“This has been the most surreal and difficult...WW…

Posted: Nov 7, 2020 / 04:41 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 8, 2020 / 09:58 PM CSTUPDATE:MARSHALL, Ark. (FOX16)- The Mayor of Marshall confirms former Police Chief Lang Holland resigned Saturday afternoon.Mayor Kevin Elliott said about the social media posts by the police chief, “We don’t tolerate it, it was uncalled for”.Elliott also said public officials in the town are there to protect and serve everyone.ORIGINAL STORY:SEARCY COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A protest is planned for Sunday, November 8, in Searcy County because there are some residents who disagree with social media posts made by the police...…Posted: Nov 7, 2020 / 04:41 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 8, 2020 / 09:58 PM CSTUPDATE:MARSHALL, Ark. (FOX16)- The Mayor of Marshall confirms former Police Chief Lang Holland resigned Saturday afternoon.Mayor Kevin Elliott said about the social media posts by the police chief, “We don’t tolerate it, it was uncalled for”.Elliott also said public officials in the town are there to protect and serve everyone.ORIGINAL STORY:SEARCY COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A protest is planned for Sunday, November 8, in Searcy County because there are some residents who disagree with social media posts made by the police...WW…

Posted: Nov 16, 2020 / 09:10 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 16, 2020 / 09:25 PM CSTUPDATE:Faulkner County Sheriff Tim Ryals makes statement:A Message From Sheriff RyalsSince taking office in 2017, I have been an advocate of integrity, professionalism, and transparency. I hold my deputies and investigators to the highest of standards to protect and serve the residents of our community.On Tuesday I was notified of a use of force incident that occurred on November 9, 2020, involving Investigator James Freeman. The incident occurred at 76 Autumn Hills Road where Investigator Freeman fired his service...…Posted: Nov 16, 2020 / 09:10 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 16, 2020 / 09:25 PM CSTUPDATE:Faulkner County Sheriff Tim Ryals makes statement:A Message From Sheriff RyalsSince taking office in 2017, I have been an advocate of integrity, professionalism, and transparency. I hold my deputies and investigators to the highest of standards to protect and serve the residents of our community.On Tuesday I was notified of a use of force incident that occurred on November 9, 2020, involving Investigator James Freeman. The incident occurred at 76 Autumn Hills Road where Investigator Freeman fired his service...WW…

Posted: Jul 24, 2020 / 08:48 PM CDTUpdated: Jul 24, 2020 / 10:10 PM CDTBENTON, Ark.— One month from today, on August 24, students will head back to school in Arkansas.Overnight, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) put out new guidelines for reopening and put emphasis on getting children back in the classroom.  The new guidelines are less strict than the ones put out a few weeks ago after President Trump criticized the CDC saying the old ones were too tough and expensiveStill, some parents worry it will not be enough to keep their children safe.“’I’m nervous because one of them has...…Posted: Jul 24, 2020 / 08:48 PM CDTUpdated: Jul 24, 2020 / 10:10 PM CDTBENTON, Ark.— One month from today, on August 24, students will head back to school in Arkansas.Overnight, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) put out new guidelines for reopening and put emphasis on getting children back in the classroom.  The new guidelines are less strict than the ones put out a few weeks ago after President Trump criticized the CDC saying the old ones were too tough and expensiveStill, some parents worry it will not be enough to keep their children safe.“’I’m nervous because one of them has...WW…