Thursday COVID-19 Update
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,751
Confirmed Cases: 1,422
Probable Cases: 329
Total Active Cases: 74
Active Confirmed Cases: 35
Active Probable Cases: 39
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 841
Confirmed Cases: 670
Probable Cases: 171
Total Active Cases: 48
Active Confirmed Cases: 17
Active Probable Cases: 31
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 656
Confirmed Cases: 554
Probable Cases: 102
Total Active Cases: 35
Active Confirmed Cases: 27
Active Probable Cases: 8
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 849
Confirmed Cases: 786
Probable Cases: 63
Total Active Cases: 148
Active Confirmed Cases: 139
Active Probable Cases: 9
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 397
Confirmed Cases: 358
Probable Cases: 39
Total Active Cases: 34
Active Confirmed Cases: 28
Active Probable Cases: 6
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 2,212 new cases; 16,378 active cases; 1,088 hospitalized, which is up 14 from Tuesday; 186 on ventilators, which is down 9 from Tuesday; deaths added today, 10, for a total of 2,522; a total of 161,521 cases; 125,975 recoveries; PCR tests, 10,095; antigen tests, 2,764.
The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Pulaski, 258; Benton, 166; Washington, 158; Craighead, 119; and Faulkner, 84.
Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:
“I expected the return to higher case numbers today, and all indications are that the number will continue to be high through the week. With COVID-19 virus in every area of the state (and nation), we need to double our efforts to follow public health guidelines.”
Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:
Tri-County Regional Library Board of Trustees Meeting moved to December 8th
The Tri-County Regional Library System Board meeting postponed in November has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 8th at 5 pm at the Sevier County Library-De Queen location.
Marilyn B. Archer, MLS
Director
Tri-County Regional Library System
Serving 11 Public Libraries in Howard, Little River and Sevier Counties in Southwest Arkansas
Wednesday COVID-19 Update from the AR Department of Health
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,736
Confirmed Cases: 1,417
Probable Cases: 319
Total Active Cases: 72
Active Confirmed Cases: 35
Active Probable Cases: 37
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 836
Confirmed Cases: 668
Probable Cases: 168
Total Active Cases: 51
Active Confirmed Cases: 23
Active Probable Cases: 28
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 651
Confirmed Cases: 552
Probable Cases: 99
Total Active Cases: 36
Active Confirmed Cases: 31
Active Probable Cases: 5
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 830
Confirmed Cases: 767
Probable Cases: 63
Total Active Cases: 149
Active Confirmed Cases: 138
Active Probable Cases: 11
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 651
Confirmed Cases: 552
Probable Cases: 99
Total Active Cases: 36
Active Confirmed Cases: 31
Active Probable Cases: 5
Pesticide Applicator Training in Sevier County
County Extension Agent, Rex Herring will conduct two Private Applicator Training (PAT) sessions on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 1:30 and 5:00 pm at the Adams Building on UA Cossatot College Campus in De Queen.
Anyone whose PAT license has expired or those who do not have a license and need to be certified to purchase restricted products for farm or ranch use should attend one of the meetings.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, you do need to pre-register to attend. Class size is limited to nine participants so we cannot take walk-ins. Please wear a mask and follow all social distancing guidelines. For more information or to register for a class, call Dana at (870) 582-3056
Giving Tuesday at UA Cossatot is December 1st
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday!
Giving to the UA Cossatot Foundation on #GivingTuesday can help local college students earn a college degree.
Please consider making a donation at https://www.cccua.edu/ua-cossatot-foundation/events/giving-tuesday or text Cossatot to 41444.
Virtual Graduation Ceremony at UA Cossatot
The college feels it is safest for our graduates, their families, and our staff to cancel the face-to-face graduation ceremonies scheduled for this fall (Dec 5 for medical and Dec 11 for other programs). We will be streaming a virtual ceremony on December 18th. Graduates should reach out to Ashley Aylett via email aaylett@cccua.edu or text 870-584-1125 for details ASAP. Information will be available on our website at https://www.cccua.edu/student-life/graduation-information
Dr. Ashley Aylett
Vice Chancellor for Academics
Monday COVID-19 Case Numbers and Maps
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,707
Confirmed Cases: 1,402
Probable Cases: 305
Total Active Cases: 68
Active Confirmed Cases: 35
Active Probable Cases: 33
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 801
Confirmed Cases: 659
Probable Cases: 142
Total Active Cases: 41
Active Confirmed Cases: 23
Active Probable Cases: 18
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 641
Confirmed Cases: 545
Probable Cases: 96
Total Active Cases: 43
Active Confirmed Cases: 38
Active Probable Cases: 5
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 789
Confirmed Cases: 728
Probable Cases: 61
Total Active Cases: 140
Active Confirmed Cases: 129
Active Probable Cases: 11
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 370
Confirmed Cases: 338
Probable Cases: 32
Total Active Cases: 38
Active Confirmed Cases: 32
Active Probable Cases: 6
Sunday COVID-19 Update from the Arkansas Department of Health
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,704
Confirmed Cases: 1,401
Probable Cases: 303
Total Active Cases: 74
Active Confirmed Cases: 39
Active Probable Cases: 35
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 800
Confirmed Cases: 658
Probable Cases: 142
Total Active Cases: 46
Active Confirmed Cases: 26
Active Probable Cases: 20
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 640
Confirmed Cases: 541
Probable Cases: 99
Total Active Cases: 46
Active Confirmed Cases: 40
Active Probable Cases: 6
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 776
Confirmed Cases: 714
Probable Cases: 62
Total Active Cases: 140
Active Confirmed Cases: 127
Active Probable Cases: 13
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 368
Confirmed Cases: 336
Probable Cases: 32
Total Active Cases: 40
Active Confirmed Cases: 34
Active Probable Cases: 6
Saturday's COVID-19 Maps and Numbers from the Arkansas Department of Health
Governor Hutchinson Provides Today’s COVID-19 Update
LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today's update on Arkansas's COVID-19 response.
In its Friday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 1,052 new cases; 16,908 active cases; 1,011 hospitalized, which is up 8 from Thursday; 192 on ventilators, which is up 23 from Thursday; no deaths added today, for a total of 2,436; a total of 153,677 cases; 119,558 recoveries; PCR tests, 9,330; antigen tests, 355.
The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Benton, 133; Washington, 68; Pulaski, 65; Craighead, 64; and Saline, 41.
Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:
“As expected, we saw a decrease in testing yesterday, leading to a decrease in new cases compared to last week. The extent to which efforts were taken to help slow the spread this week will become evident in the weeks to come as we get back to a normal level of testing. Continue to protect yourself, your friends, and your family this weekend."
Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,700
Confirmed Cases: 1,397
Probable Cases: 303
Total Active Cases: 77
Active Confirmed Cases: 39
Active Probable Cases: 38
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 795
Confirmed Cases: 656
Probable Cases: 139
Total Active Cases: 51
Active Confirmed Cases: 29
Active Probable Cases: 22
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 640
Confirmed Cases: 541
Probable Cases: 99
Total Active Cases: 50
Active Confirmed Cases: 43
Active Probable Cases: 7
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 772
Confirmed Cases: 711
Probable Cases: 61
Total Active Cases: 152
Active Confirmed Cases: 138
Active Probable Cases: 14
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 366
Confirmed Cases: 335
Probable Cases: 31
Total Active Cases: 41
Active Confirmed Cases: 36
Active Probable Cases: 5
De Queen Lions Contribute to Local Food Pantries
De Queen Lions Club contributed $2,000 to Thanksgiving dinners, food pantries and food distributions this Thanksgiving holiday. The Lions gave $500 checks to Friendship Baptist Church, First Baptist Church, De Queen Church of Christ and the Chalice Cupboard this year to help feed the hungry.
Chris Burke, representing Friendship Baptist Church of De Queen, received a $500 check from De Queen Lions to help with the church’s Thanksgiving Dinner distribution.
Lion Ray Wilson from First Baptist Church of De Queen received a $500 check for the FBC Food Closet from De Queen Lions Club President, Scott Simmons.
Lion Gary "Stoney" Walker of the Chalice Food Cupboard in De Queen received $500 from De Queen Lions to help with turkeys and other food purchases for the cupboard.
Friday's COVID-19 Arkansas Health Department Updated Maps and Numbers
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,697
Confirmed Cases: 1,392
Probable Cases: 305
Total Active Cases: 83
Active Confirmed Cases: 37
Active Probable Cases: 46
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 795
Confirmed Cases: 656
Probable Cases: 139
Total Active Cases: 57
Active Confirmed Cases: 32
Active Probable Cases: 25
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 626
Confirmed Cases: 525
Probable Cases: 101
Total Active Cases: 58
Active Confirmed Cases: 43
Active Probable Cases: 15
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 770
Confirmed Cases: 709
Probable Cases: 61
Total Active Cases: 164
Active Confirmed Cases: 149
Active Probable Cases: 15
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 365
Confirmed Cases: 334
Probable Cases: 31
Total Active Cases: 40
Active Confirmed Cases: 35
Active Probable Cases: 5
De Queen Elementary Closed to On-Site Instruction Through December 4th
Due to Covid-19 related issues affecting support personnel, De Queen Elementary School will be closed for onsite instruction the week of November 30th through December 4th. Classroom teachers are to report to campus Monday, November 30th to assist with work packets. De Queen Elementary plans to return to normal onsite instruction on Monday, December 7th. All other campuses will be open as normal for onsite instruction.
Packets can be picked up at the front door of the elementary school from the filing cabinet. There is a drawer labeled for each grade.
For students in Mrs. Nix and Ms. Lester, Mrs. Kitchens, Mrs. Martinez, or Mrs. Beasley, their packets will be in the top drawer of the filing cabinet in an envelope marked with their name. These students will not need to take another packet.
It is required that students complete this work and return it to school when they return on December 7th.
The front office at De Queen Elementary will be open all week for phone calls at 870-584-4311 to answer any questions. If any parent needs an older sibling who is at another campus to stay home and help with childcare, please call the Elementary office and request that assistance. While the building is closed to onsite instruction, the district will conduct a deep cleaning of the Elementary campus to prepare for the return of students on December 7th.
While we understand that the closure of a school building places an extra burden on our Leopard families, we ask you to continue to provide your patience and support as we navigate this challenging school year. We will continue to strive to provide our students with the highest quality education while keeping the health of our students, staff, and families our top priority.
Beau McCastlain
District Communications Director
De Queen Public Schools.
De Queen Christmas Parade 2020
Come celebrate Christmas with us in this new and most unusual- but still totally fun sort of way!
To sign up for your stationary spot, please contact the Chamber Office at 870-584-3225!
We encourage all church, dance, business, and community groups of all types to attend and participate in this with us! Hope to see you there!
Wednesday COVID-19 Update from the AR Department of Health
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,673
Confirmed Cases: 1,382
Probable Cases: 291
Total Active Cases: 78
Active Confirmed Cases: 35
Active Probable Cases: 43
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 783
Confirmed Cases: 650
Probable Cases: 133
Total Active Cases: 52
Active Confirmed Cases: 30
Active Probable Cases: 22
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 615
Confirmed Cases: 516
Probable Cases: 99
Total Active Cases: 58
Active Confirmed Cases: 42
Active Probable Cases: 16
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 733
Confirmed Cases: 678
Probable Cases: 55
Total Active Cases: 173
Active Confirmed Cases: 159
Active Probable Cases: 14
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 354
Confirmed Cases: 325
Probable Cases: 29
Total Active Cases: 37
Active Confirmed Cases: 33
Active Probable Cases: 4
Tuesday's COVID-19 Update from the AR Dept of Health
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,665
Confirmed Cases: 1,378
Probable Cases: 287
Total Active Cases: 85
Active Confirmed Cases: 35
Active Probable Cases: 50
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 777
Confirmed Cases: 645
Probable Cases: 132
Total Active Cases: 55
Active Confirmed Cases: 30
Active Probable Cases: 25
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 611
Confirmed Cases: 513
Probable Cases: 98
Total Active Cases: 66
Active Confirmed Cases: 42
Active Probable Cases: 24
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 710
Confirmed Cases: 657
Probable Cases: 53
Total Active Cases: 168
Active Confirmed Cases: 156
Active Probable Cases: 12
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 351
Confirmed Cases: 322
Probable Cases: 29
Total Active Cases: 42
Active Confirmed Cases: 34
Active Probable Cases: 8
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 1,017 new cases; 16,727 active cases; 974 hospitalized, which is up 12 from Sunday; 164 on ventilators, which is up 1 from Sunday; deaths added today, 30, for a total of 2,387; a total of 146,190 cases; 113,946 recoveries; PCR tests, 10,693; antigen tests, 890.
The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Pulaski, 157; Washington, 75; Benton, 69; Sebastian, 57; and Saline, 54.
Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:
“We saw a decrease in new cases from last Monday, and this is a hopeful sign; but our hospitalizations are still going up. How we handle Thanksgiving this year will determine our hospitalizations around Christmas. Thanks for being a part of turning this fight around.”
Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:
LIVE VIDEO: Governor Hutchinson Provides COVID-19 Update Tuesday (11.24.20) 130PM
Governor Asa Hutchinson provides an update to media on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, live at 1:30 p.m. regarding Arkansas's COVID-19 response.
Monday COVID-19 Case Numbers and Maps
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,648
Confirmed Cases: 1,365
Probable Cases: 283
Total Active Cases: 86
Active Confirmed Cases: 34
Active Probable Cases: 52
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 773
Confirmed Cases: 641
Probable Cases: 132
Total Active Cases: 57
Active Confirmed Cases: 30
Active Probable Cases: 27
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 608
Confirmed Cases: 513
Probable Cases: 95
Total Active Cases: 70
Active Confirmed Cases: 45
Active Probable Cases: 25
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 699
Confirmed Cases: 647
Probable Cases: 52
Total Active Cases: 173
Active Confirmed Cases: 161
Active Probable Cases: 12
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 608
Confirmed Cases: 513
Probable Cases: 95
Total Active Cases: 70
Active Confirmed Cases: 45
Active Probable Cases: 25
Weekly Update from State Representative DeAnn Vaught
As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to increase across the state, the Arkansas Department of Health reminds Arkansans that the safest way to celebrate Thanksgiving is to celebrate at home with the people who live with you.
While the number of people around your table may be smaller this year, we want to take a moment to express our thanks for Arkansans who make it possible for what is on the table.
Our grocery store employees have worked tirelessly to keep the doors open. Our food processors, truckers, and farmers also deserve our utmost appreciation for keeping the shelves stocked. Arkansans made not only your meal but countless meals across the country possible.
Arkansas is forecast to rank 2nd in the nation in the number of turkeys raised, accounting for 14% of all turkeys raised in the United States.
The Arkansas turkey industry creates and supports close to 20,000 jobs in Arkansas.
Arkansas is the 5th largest producer of sweet potatoes. And last year, Arkansas farmers harvested more than 740,000 acres of corn.
Although few go shopping for actual soybeans for Thanksgiving, there is an excellent chance the soybean plays a significant part in your feast. This year Arkansas ranked as 11th in the nation in soybean production. Soybean oil is used in cooking and frying foods. Salad dressings, margarine, and mayonnaises are made with soybean oil.
Arkansas farmers may have contributed to your dessert menu as well, especially when it comes to the pies. We are one of 15 states to grow pecans.
You can help show your appreciation to our Arkansas farmers and food service workers by looking for the “Arkansas Grown” label at your local supermarket.
From our house to yours, we wish you a very happy and safe Thanksgiving.
Sunday's COVID-19 Update from the AR Dept of Health
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,641
Confirmed Cases: 1,359
Probable Cases: 282
Total Active Cases: 89
Active Confirmed Cases: 34
Active Probable Cases: 55
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 768
Confirmed Cases: 638
Probable Cases: 130
Total Active Cases: 54
Active Confirmed Cases: 27
Active Probable Cases: 27
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 605
Confirmed Cases: 510
Probable Cases: 95
Total Active Cases: 72
Active Confirmed Cases: 46
Active Probable Cases: 26
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 688
Confirmed Cases: 636
Probable Cases: 52
Total Active Cases: 182
Active Confirmed Cases: 170
Active Probable Cases: 12
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 349
Confirmed Cases: 320
Probable Cases: 29
Total Active Cases: 47
Active Confirmed Cases: 37
Active Probable Cases: 10
