Monday's Arkansas COVID-19 Update from the Department of Health

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Active Cases: 95
Active Confirmed Cases: 47
Active Probable Cases: 48

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Active Cases: 78
Active Confirmed Cases: 47
Active Probable Cases: 31

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 62
Active Confirmed Cases: 51
Active Probable Cases: 11

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Active Cases: 89
Active Confirmed Cases: 74
Active Probable Cases: 15

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Active Cases: 113
Active Confirmed Cases: 62
Active Probable Cases: 51

Saturday COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Active Cases: 109
Active Confirmed Cases: 50
Active Probable Cases: 59

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Active Cases: 97
Active Confirmed Cases: 56
Active Probable Cases: 41

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 60
Active Confirmed Cases: 49
Active Probable Cases: 11

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Active Cases: 103
Active Confirmed Cases: 86
Active Probable Cases: 17

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Active Cases: 124
Active Confirmed Cases: 69
Active Probable Cases: 55

Another of the 2021 Reasons for Attending UA Cossatot Next Spring - Family

2021 Reasons To Attend UA Cossatot This Spring.....Reason #1210.... at UAC, we are like one big family!

It's true! UA Cossatot is big enough to offer the courses you need, and yet our instructors know our students by name. We care about our students and we want them to be successful. We know that a Cossatot education will open a lot of doors for you, whether you decide to take your education and see the world, or if you decide to stay here and make our corner of the world a better place.

Enjoy your holidays. And remember....2021 is a brand new year, time for a fresh start. Visit us online at: https://www.cccua.edu/

Thursday's COVID-19 Updated Numbers and Maps

LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today's update on Arkansas's COVID-19 response.

In its Wednesday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 2,893 new cases; 22,516 active cases; 1,110 hospitalized, which is up 7 from Tuesday; 174 on ventilators, which is up 1 from Tuesday; deaths added today, 38, for a total of 3,376; a total of 207,941 cases; 155,447 recoveries; PCR tests, 8,604; antigen tests, 3,697.

The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Washington, 272; Pulaski, 265; Benton, 260; Faulkner, 123; and Craighead, 109

Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:

"Today's high number of cases is concerning as we're two days away from Christmas. This is frequently a time to gather with our family in large groups, but this year that presents an increased risk of spreading COVID-19, so let’s plan with our safety guidelines in mind. Please protect yourself and your family."

Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Active Cases: 99
Active Confirmed Cases: 50
Active Probable Cases: 49

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Active Cases: 105
Active Confirmed Cases: 55
Active Probable Cases: 50

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 49
Active Confirmed Cases: 39
Active Probable Cases: 10

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Active Cases: 98
Active Confirmed Cases: 82
Active Probable Cases: 16

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Active Cases: 82
Active Confirmed Cases: 51
Active Probable Cases: 31

Another of the 2021 Reasons for Attending UA Cossatot Next Spring...Location

2021 Reasons To Attend UA Cossatot In The Spring.....Reason #1313

Location, Location, Location…Location. UA Cossatot offers classes on four separate campuses in Southwest Arkansas. De Queen, Nashville, Ashdown, and Lockesburg. And, when you include our online classes, your UAC campus could be as close as your very own living room. Convenience has always been a characteristic of our college and we invite you to join us this spring. Classes begin January 11th. To find out more, visit our website: www.cccua.edu.

Wednesday COVID-19 Update from the AR Department of Health

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,975
Confirmed Cases: 1,518
Probable Cases: 457
Total Active Cases: 95
Active Confirmed Cases: 46
Active Probable Cases: 49

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,031
Confirmed Cases: 759
Probable Cases: 272
Total Active Cases: 97
Active Confirmed Cases: 46
Active Probable Cases: 51

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 739
Confirmed Cases: 604
Probable Cases: 135
Total Active Cases: 37
Active Confirmed Cases: 29
Active Probable Cases: 8

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,121
Confirmed Cases: 1,010
Probable Cases: 111
Total Active Cases: 90
Active Confirmed Cases: 76
Active Probable Cases: 14

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 575
Confirmed Cases: 487
Probable Cases: 88
Total Active Cases: 82
Active Confirmed Cases: 54
Active Probable Cases: 28

Agriculture is Another of the 2021 Reasons for Attending UA Cossatot Next Spring

Another of the 2021 Reasons to Attend UA Cossatot in the Spring.....Reason #456.... At UAC, We Believe in Agriculture!

Students interested in this field of study can now earn their associate's degree at UA Cossatot and then take their 60 credit hours to Fayetteville, where they can quickly transfer into a related agriculture program to obtain their bachelor's degree.

At UA Cossatot, agriculture students can take required general education courses and classes such as Agriculture Economics, Intro to Animal Science, and Principles of Horticulture to prepare them for their junior and senior-level coursework at University of Arkansas Fayetteville.

Students can take advantage of UA Cossatot's low tuition rate, which is $74 per credit hour, and then receive that same tuition rate after transferring. The exact tuition rate will be granted to students who live on campus at Fayetteville and those who obtain their Associate of Science degree in Agriculture Education from UA Cossatot. This opportunity is possible, due to the collaboration of universities and community colleges in Arkansas.

To find out more about our agri classes and other programs of study at UA Cossatot, please visit:

https://www.cccua.edu/programs-of-study/professional-studies

Tuesday's COVID-19 Updates

LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today's update on Arkansas's COVID-19 response.

In its Monday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 1,457 new cases; 22,158 active cases; 1,078 hospitalized, which is up 21 from Sunday; 174 on ventilators, which is up 4 from Sunday; deaths added today, 58, for a total of 3,295; a total of 203,107 cases; 152,176 recoveries; PCR tests, 9,178; antigen tests, 1,013.

The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Pulaski, 200; Benton, 138; Washington, 101; Craighead, 93; and Faulkner, 69.

Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:

"Today we began receiving shipments of the Moderna vaccine (5,900 doses), with additional shipments expected tomorrow and Wednesday. We also received a second shipment of the Pfizer vaccine (18,575 doses). While this news provides hope for many, it is a continued concern to see the loss of 58 additional Arkansans (20 are delayed reports). We must still resolve to take every precaution to keep everyone safe."

Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Active Cases: 93
Active Confirmed Cases: 47
Active Probable Cases: 46

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Active Cases: 96
Active Confirmed Cases: 44
Active Probable Cases: 52

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 37
Active Confirmed Cases: 27
Active Probable Cases: 10

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Active Cases: 99
Active Confirmed Cases: 85
Active Probable Cases: 14

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Active Cases: 79
Active Confirmed Cases: 47
Active Probable Cases: 32

Medical Education Reason #1522 of the 2021 Reasons to Attend UA Cossatot this Spring

Start your journey toward achieving your dream medical career with UA Cossatot! Whether you are working toward your EMT certification, entering into the field of nursing as an LPN, or wanting to become a physical or occupational therapy assistant, the rigorous classroom and in-field experience you will receive at UA Cossatot will ensure that you are prepared to enter into your chosen field at the end of your degree or certificate experience.

In addition to classes and training on the UAC campus, medical degree programs such as Radiology Tech and RN to BSN tracks are available through collaborative programs with other state-affiliated colleges and universities. Some areas of study in the medical professions also offer opportunities for receiving additional financial aid - such as through nursing scholarships.

Do you have questions regarding UAC’s medical programs? Check us out online at: https://www.cccua.edu/programs-of-study/medical-education

COVID-19 Numbers and Maps for Monday, December 21st

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Active Cases: 93
Active Confirmed Cases: 48
Active Probable Cases: 45

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Active Cases: 107
Active Confirmed Cases: 52
Active Probable Cases: 55

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 32
Active Confirmed Cases: 23
Active Probable Cases: 9

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Active Cases: 109
Active Confirmed Cases: 96
Active Probable Cases: 13

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Active Cases: 79
Active Confirmed Cases: 47
Active Probable Cases: 32

Annual Sevier County Banquet and Awards Ceremony to be Rescheduled Amid COVID-19

NEWS RELEASE

De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce   Contact: 870-584-3225

December 17th, 2020                                                               DQchamber@gmail.com 

 
DE QUEEN, AR- Due to COVID-19 safety concerns, The De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has announced that the annual awards banquet slated for Spring 2021 is being postponed with a new date to be announced at a later time.

Held in February each year, the chamber banquet typically takes place at De Queen High School with tables reserved for members and guests, a meal served, a silent auction, and an awards presentation for recognized organizations, volunteers and businesses. In years past the ceremony has also included performances by The De Queen High School Jazz Band, a live emcee and serving provided by The De Queen High School cross country team. 

The decision to postpone the banquet came during a specially called Board of Directors meeting held this week on Tuesday, December 15th. With COVID case reports continuing to rise in Sevier County and the surrounding areas, the Chamber Board has agreed to prioritize the safety of the community by postponing the event until large gatherings can be held without concerns of COVID-19 exposure. 

Though the event will be pushed back on the calendar, banquet attendees can still expect a fun theme, table decorating contest, silent auction, meal and awards to be distributed as usual. The 2021 Banquet theme will also be announced as the rescheduled date draws closer.

Questions can be referred to 870-584-3225, DQchamber@gmail.com or message the De Queen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

As always, The Chamber board of Directors appreciates the support of all members and community representatives.  More information about the annual membership banquet will be released as details become available.

De Queen/Sevier County 

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

P.O. Box 67 - 315 W. Stilwell Ave. 

De Queen, Arkansas 71832

870-584-3225

National Anthem Auditions for Basketball Games at UA Cossatot

For more information or to sign up for an audition slot time, please contact Kaytlynn Franklin at kfranklin@cccua.edu or 870-584-1344.

Photos L to R: Haylie Melendez, Jare De La Rosa, Tanesha Van Horn

All UA Cossatot Campuses Closed for the Holidays Through January 4th

In observance of the Holiday Season, all campuses of UA Cossatot closed Friday and will remain closed until January 4th. The Spring 2020 semester begins January 11th. From everyone at UAC, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Weekly Update from State Representative DeAnn Vaught

Arkansans may see an increase in the amount of their paychecks next year. The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announced this week that the income tax withholding tables will change effective January 1, 2021.

DFA says this change is not a tax increase or cut, but with the law change that reduces the top personal income tax rate from 6.6% to 5.9% next month, the withholding change will put that reduction in paychecks beginning January 2021. Without this change, many Arkansans wouldn’t see the bulk of their tax cut until they received it in their tax refund in 2022.

This is the second change DFA has recently implemented to the withholding tables. The first adjustment took place March 1, 2020. The March 2020 adjustment put $15 million each month into the pockets of Arkansans via increased paychecks. The January 2021 adjustment will place an additional $7 million each month into paychecks.

The law that reduced the tax rate was Act 182 passed by the 92nd General Assembly.

We anticipate the 93rd General Assembly will address further tax cut proposals.

Several pieces of legislation addressing future tax cuts have been filed in advance of the 2021 Regular Session.

The latest revenue report shows revenues are 11.4% higher than this time last year. Five months into the fiscal year, revenue is now $283.3 million above forecast.

This week, we also learned that the state’s unemployment rate remained stable at 6.2% between October and November. The national unemployment rate is at 6.7%.

We will continue to monitor the employment rates and revenue reports as we prepare for the next legislative session. The 2021 Regular Session begins on January 11.

Sunday COVID-19 Update from the Arkansas Department of Health

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,951
Confirmed Cases: 1,510
Probable Cases: 441
Total Active Cases: 96
Active Confirmed Cases: 48
Active Probable Cases: 48

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,016
Confirmed Cases: 750
Probable Cases: 266
Total Active Cases: 111
Active Confirmed Cases: 52
Active Probable Cases: 59

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 722
Confirmed Cases: 591
Probable Cases: 131
Total Active Cases: 27
Active Confirmed Cases: 19
Active Probable Cases: 8

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,107
Confirmed Cases: 1,000
Probable Cases: 107
Total Active Cases: 121
Active Confirmed Cases: 106
Active Probable Cases: 15

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 554
Confirmed Cases: 471
Probable Cases: 83
Total Active Cases: 83
Active Confirmed Cases: 54
Active Probable Cases: 29

UA Cossatot Virtual Graduation 2020 December 18th

Friday COVID-19 Arkansas Health Department Update

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,921
Confirmed Cases: 1,489
Probable Cases: 432
Total Active Cases: 82
Active Confirmed Cases: 39
Active Probable Cases: 43

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 977
Confirmed Cases: 735
Probable Cases: 242
Total Active Cases: 88
Active Confirmed Cases: 44
Active Probable Cases: 44

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 716
Confirmed Cases: 585
Probable Cases: 131
Total Active Cases: 27
Active Confirmed Cases: 16
Active Probable Cases: 11

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,085
Confirmed Cases: 981
Probable Cases: 104
Total Active Cases: 127
Active Confirmed Cases: 113
Active Probable Cases: 14

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 533
Confirmed Cases: 461
Probable Cases: 72
Total Active Cases: 85
Active Confirmed Cases: 61
Active Probable Cases: 24

LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today's update on Arkansas's COVID-19 response.

In its Thursday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 3,039 new cases; 21,659 active cases; 1,084 hospitalized, which is up 5 from Wednesday; 188 on ventilators, which is up 4 from Wednesday; deaths added today, 38, for a total of 3,112; a total of 194,543 cases; 146,287 recoveries; PCR tests, 14,056; antigen tests, 3,275.

The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Washington, 326; Pulaski, 288; Benton, 226; Craighead, 153; and Saline, 113.

Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:

“The 3,039 new cases today is a milestone we did not want to reach. With over 17,000 COVID-19 test results over the past 24 hours, we see our testing continues to increase and identify cases. If we isolate and quarantine as needed, then the identifying of cases will help control the spread. We continue to work on vaccine distribution, but we have to focus on distancing and wearing our mask to slow this virus down."

Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:

Thursday COVID-19 Update from the Arkansas Department of Health

LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today's update on Arkansas's COVID-19 response.

In its Wednesday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 2,306 new cases; 20,774 active cases; 1,079 hospitalized, which is up 9 from Tuesday; 184 on ventilators, which is down 6 from Tuesday; deaths added today, 58, for a total of 3,074; a total of 191,504 cases; 144,621 recoveries; PCR tests, 8,885; antigen tests, 4,696.

The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Pulaski, 242; Washington, 159; Benton, 153; Craighead, 110; and Faulkner, 103.

Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:

“Yesterday was a new record in antigen testing in Arkansas, and new cases are running flat week over week. Regretfully, we also saw another record in new deaths, with 58 deaths reported yesterday. We are distributing the vaccine across the state for our health care workers, and we continue to see high levels of community spread."

Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Active Cases: 81
Active Confirmed Cases: 35
Active Probable Cases: 46

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Active Cases: 84
Active Confirmed Cases: 44
Active Probable Cases: 40

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 24
Active Confirmed Cases: 16
Active Probable Cases: 8

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Active Cases: 126
Active Confirmed Cases: 111
Active Probable Cases: 15

COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Active Cases: 86
Active Confirmed Cases: 67
Active Probable Cases: 19

Another of the 2021 Reasons to Attend UA Cossatot Next Spring

2021 Reasons to Attend UA Cossatot in the Spring....Reason #629....UA Cossatot offers college credit to high school students through several different programs.

Secondary Career Center: This is a skill driven program for students to be bused from their high school to a UAC campus for training in Automotive Service Technology, Collision Repair, Medical Professions, Education, and Welding. these classes are offered at no cost to the students!

Dual Credit Courses: These courses are traditionally taken on your high school campus and count for both high school and college credit

Concurrent Courses: These courses are taken in addition to your coursework in high school and count only for college credit. To find out more about what we offer our area high school students, please visit:

https://www.cccua.edu/apply-enroll/how-to-apply-enroll/concurrent-students

Wednesday's Arkansas COVID-19 Update from the AR Department of Health

COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Active Cases: 82
Active Confirmed Cases: 34
Active Probable Cases: 48

COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Active Cases: 86
Active Confirmed Cases: 44
Active Probable Cases: 42

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 23
Active Confirmed Cases: 15
Active Probable Cases: 8

COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Active Cases: 116
Active Confirmed Cases: 100
Active Probable Cases: 16

COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Active Cases: 23
Active Confirmed Cases: 15
Active Probable Cases: 8

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/index.html