Breaking NewsEvery Wednesday in August, Behavioral Health Services of Arkansas will host a free virtual support group for caregivers, calling it "pandemic parenting."10:25 PM CDT August 2, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — A virtual support group is giving parents some much-needed guidance before school starts in a couple of weeks. Every Wednesday in August, will be hosting a free virtual support group for caregivers, calling it "pandemic parenting."Parenting is far from an easy task, but parenting during a pandemic is another battle, as Michelle Coleman, clinical therapist,...…Breaking NewsEvery Wednesday in August, Behavioral Health Services of Arkansas will host a free virtual support group for caregivers, calling it "pandemic parenting."10:25 PM CDT August 2, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — A virtual support group is giving parents some much-needed guidance before school starts in a couple of weeks. Every Wednesday in August, will be hosting a free virtual support group for caregivers, calling it "pandemic parenting."Parenting is far from an easy task, but parenting during a pandemic is another battle, as Michelle Coleman, clinical therapist,...WW…

Breaking NewsWe've all seen how our counties have been hit by the coronavirus, but now we can see how our own city has been impacted.6:45 PM CDT July 18, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — For the first time since this pandemic hit, Arkansans can now see how hard their cities are being impacted by the .The Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement are now sharing city-wide case numbers. RELATED:Dr. Joe Thompson, President and CEO of Arkansas Center for Health Improvement, said this data is necessary in helping curb the spread of the virus in our state. "The...…Breaking NewsWe've all seen how our counties have been hit by the coronavirus, but now we can see how our own city has been impacted.6:45 PM CDT July 18, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — For the first time since this pandemic hit, Arkansans can now see how hard their cities are being impacted by the .The Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement are now sharing city-wide case numbers. RELATED:Dr. Joe Thompson, President and CEO of Arkansas Center for Health Improvement, said this data is necessary in helping curb the spread of the virus in our state. "The...WW…

Breaking NewsArkansans Taking Action for Safe School Reopening is calling for at least 2 weeks of virtual learning and no in-person instruction until COVID-19 cases drop.10:10 PM CDT August 15, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — Teachers and parents are pleading with Governor Asa Hutchinson to start the school year online until Arkansas sees a drop in COVID-19 cases. The group, known as "," stood outside the governor's mansion on Saturday night to remind him that the clock is ticking. "You have one week. One week from today, really, to decide to do the right thing," Tara Browning, one of the...…Breaking NewsArkansans Taking Action for Safe School Reopening is calling for at least 2 weeks of virtual learning and no in-person instruction until COVID-19 cases drop.10:10 PM CDT August 15, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — Teachers and parents are pleading with Governor Asa Hutchinson to start the school year online until Arkansas sees a drop in COVID-19 cases. The group, known as "," stood outside the governor's mansion on Saturday night to remind him that the clock is ticking. "You have one week. One week from today, really, to decide to do the right thing," Tara Browning, one of the...WW…

Breaking NewsAs of now, the Arkansas State Board of Nursing knows of three different robocall scams circulating the state targeting nurses.7:19 PM CST February 1, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — We've talked a lot about online scams and scams that specifically go after the elderly, but recently, a whole new group of people are the targets. Now, nurses are being singled out and becoming victims. There are three different scams targeting these frontline healthcare workers, who are giving so much to our communities right now. This trend of fraudulent calls, specifically going after...…Breaking NewsAs of now, the Arkansas State Board of Nursing knows of three different robocall scams circulating the state targeting nurses.7:19 PM CST February 1, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — We've talked a lot about online scams and scams that specifically go after the elderly, but recently, a whole new group of people are the targets. Now, nurses are being singled out and becoming victims. There are three different scams targeting these frontline healthcare workers, who are giving so much to our communities right now. This trend of fraudulent calls, specifically going after...WW…

Breaking NewsA gynecologist at UAMS said it's ultimately up to the mother to make the decision, but here's some information that can help.5:14 PM CST January 20, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — For one specific group of people, who are holding another life in their hands, there are many questions about whether or not the COVID-19 vaccine is safe.Dr. Nirvana Manning, the Chair and Service Line Director for Obstetrics and Gynecology at UAMS, said the number one question they are getting asked right now is, "If I am pregnant, should I get the COVID-19 vaccine?"Manning said it's ultimately up to the...…Breaking NewsA gynecologist at UAMS said it's ultimately up to the mother to make the decision, but here's some information that can help.5:14 PM CST January 20, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — For one specific group of people, who are holding another life in their hands, there are many questions about whether or not the COVID-19 vaccine is safe.Dr. Nirvana Manning, the Chair and Service Line Director for Obstetrics and Gynecology at UAMS, said the number one question they are getting asked right now is, "If I am pregnant, should I get the COVID-19 vaccine?"Manning said it's ultimately up to the...WW…

Breaking News"I am nervous. I'm not terrified, but I'm certainly nervous and I'm fully aware of the risk I'm assuming when I step into that classroom next week."10:40 PM CST January 1, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The current surge in COVID-19 cases is the exact reason some Arkansas teachers are concerned about heading back into the building on Monday morning. Fourth grade teacher Brooke Buckley said it's scary to think about."I am nervous. I'm not terrified, but I'm certainly nervous and I'm fully aware of the risk I'm assuming when I step into that classroom next week," she...…Breaking News"I am nervous. I'm not terrified, but I'm certainly nervous and I'm fully aware of the risk I'm assuming when I step into that classroom next week."10:40 PM CST January 1, 2021LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The current surge in COVID-19 cases is the exact reason some Arkansas teachers are concerned about heading back into the building on Monday morning. Fourth grade teacher Brooke Buckley said it's scary to think about."I am nervous. I'm not terrified, but I'm certainly nervous and I'm fully aware of the risk I'm assuming when I step into that classroom next week," she...WW…

Breaking NewsThe first shipments of the Moderna vaccine will be prioritized to residents and staff in long-term care facilities.5:59 PM CST December 21, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Monday, Arkansas began receiving shipments of the Moderna vaccine with more coming Tuesday and Wednesday. The Moderna vaccine rollout is going to look a little different than what we saw with the Pfizer rollout.The Pfizer rollout was focused on getting it to those frontline workers inside the hospitals, where the Moderna rollout is more focused on giving it to the people inside nursing homes.This is why Lacey...…Breaking NewsThe first shipments of the Moderna vaccine will be prioritized to residents and staff in long-term care facilities.5:59 PM CST December 21, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Monday, Arkansas began receiving shipments of the Moderna vaccine with more coming Tuesday and Wednesday. The Moderna vaccine rollout is going to look a little different than what we saw with the Pfizer rollout.The Pfizer rollout was focused on getting it to those frontline workers inside the hospitals, where the Moderna rollout is more focused on giving it to the people inside nursing homes.This is why Lacey...WW…

Breaking NewsThe state of Arkansas received its first shipment of the Pfizer vaccine.9:34 AM CST December 14, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — Monday was a historic day across the country and right here in Arkansas. The first shipments and immunizations of the COVID-19 vaccine have been distributed and administered. On Monday afternoon at the Arkansas Department of Health, five Arkansas front-line workers became a part of history. They were among the first in the state to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The energy in the room was full of hope as everyone witnessed what Arkansas' top doctor,...…Breaking NewsThe state of Arkansas received its first shipment of the Pfizer vaccine.9:34 AM CST December 14, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — Monday was a historic day across the country and right here in Arkansas. The first shipments and immunizations of the COVID-19 vaccine have been distributed and administered. On Monday afternoon at the Arkansas Department of Health, five Arkansas front-line workers became a part of history. They were among the first in the state to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The energy in the room was full of hope as everyone witnessed what Arkansas' top doctor,...WW…

Breaking NewsSince March, the Arkansas Foodbank has distributed 28 million pounds of food. That is nearly double compared to 2019, but it's hard to keep up with the demand.5:23 PM CST November 25, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — This week across the country and right in our state, we are seeing long lines outside of food banks. More and more people need help this year, but it's becoming difficult for the food banks to keep up with that demand. RELATED:Arkansas Foodbank Annual Giving Director Sherri Jones said the demand has nearly doubled compared to last year and is leaving shelves empty...…Breaking NewsSince March, the Arkansas Foodbank has distributed 28 million pounds of food. That is nearly double compared to 2019, but it's hard to keep up with the demand.5:23 PM CST November 25, 2020LITTLE ROCK, Ark — This week across the country and right in our state, we are seeing long lines outside of food banks. More and more people need help this year, but it's becoming difficult for the food banks to keep up with that demand. RELATED:Arkansas Foodbank Annual Giving Director Sherri Jones said the demand has nearly doubled compared to last year and is leaving shelves empty...WW…

Breaking NewsThe 9-day National Championship event brings in thousands from all over the country to Clinton, Arkansas.10:20 PM CDT September 5, 2020CLINTON, Ark. — The National Championship Chuckwagon Races are underway this weekend, bringing thousands to Clinton amid the COVID-19 pandemic.The 9-day event has some worried about the lack of face masks and social distancing. We got several calls and emails into the THV11 newsroom asking how Governor Hutchinson and the Department of Health could allow this event to go on. RELATED:Founder of the Chuckwagon Races in Clinton, Peggy Eoff,...…Breaking NewsThe 9-day National Championship event brings in thousands from all over the country to Clinton, Arkansas.10:20 PM CDT September 5, 2020CLINTON, Ark. — The National Championship Chuckwagon Races are underway this weekend, bringing thousands to Clinton amid the COVID-19 pandemic.The 9-day event has some worried about the lack of face masks and social distancing. We got several calls and emails into the THV11 newsroom asking how Governor Hutchinson and the Department of Health could allow this event to go on. RELATED:Founder of the Chuckwagon Races in Clinton, Peggy Eoff,...WW…