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House vote to repeal health care law reportedly led by Ross
Controversy surrounding Obama’s health care reform law, which many tout as the primary achievement of the current administration, continued today with an overwhelming vote in the Republican-controlled House to repeal the law in its entirety. The charge was reportedly led … Continue reading
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Casinos, medical marijuana could make it to the November ballot
A professional poker player says she has more than 80,000 of the 62,507 required signatures to get an initiative to build four casinos in Arkansas on the ballot, according to the Associated Press. Nancy Todd is proposing casinos in Crittenden, … Continue reading
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Alzheimer’s speaker urges caregiver support
During the El Dorado Rotary Club meeting, Beckie Moore, of the Alzheimer’s Association in Little Rock, discussed the impact the disease has on the country. Moore attempted to show the above video but was impeded by technological difficulty. Check out … Continue reading
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Chain reaction leads to EDC explosion
A chain reaction that began with an explosion in El Dorado Chemical’s strong nitric acid plant reactor system ultimately led to a series of sulfur fires early Tuesday morning, said Greg Withrow, of EDC. The tremor felt across El Dorado … Continue reading
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No evacuations necessary following EDC explosion
Word is still out on the cause of the explosion that rocked El Dorado Chemical and much of the town early Tuesday morning, however, emergency response officials say no evacuations are necessary at this time. Union County Sheriff Mike McGough … Continue reading
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County, Hudson named in wrongful death lawsuit
Union County and Hudson Memorial Nursing Home have been named in a wrongful death lawsuit which claims failing treatment by the latter resulted in pain, loss of dignity and death for a resident. According to the complaint, these failings in … Continue reading
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Arkansas Medicaid under scrutiny
Rather than spike taxes, Gov. Mike Beebe said Tuesday that the looming $400 million Medicaid deficit could mean cuts to services, according to Arkansas News. Even with the introduction of a $1.2 billion settlement payment into the program’s trust fund … Continue reading
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Rabid bat discovered in NLR, avoid wildlife contact
Health officials confirmed Thursday the discovery of a rabid bat in North Little Rock, prompting a statewide warning for citizens to avoid contact with bats and other wildlife possibly carrying the infection, according to Arkansas News. So far this year … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, By Allison Gatlin, Health, News
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Quorum court chooses CoreSource over Blue Cross
The Union County Quorum Court wrapped up debate today on weeks of deliberation between incumbent health insurance provider CoreSource and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas by awarding a contract to the former. CoreSource has proven itself time and time … Continue reading
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LR man dies in half-marathon
The annual Little Rock Marathon was marked by tragedy this weekend with its second death in the race’s 10 years of history after a 37-year-old man had to be transported to the hospital at mile 11 of 13.1, according to … Continue reading
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Ambiguous abortion amendment shot down by attorney general
The second in a pair of ambiguously-worded amendments to the Arkansas Constitution that would ban most abortions in the state was turned down by Attorney General Dustin McDaniel today, according to Arkansas News. The revised version, submitted by Personhood Arkansas … Continue reading
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Health laws, tax cuts prepared for 2012
Health seems to be on the slate for the new year with a series of laws further regulating (or all together adding) programs involving abortion, morbid obesity and carbon monoxide detectors in new homes. Arkansas Online has a good wrap-up … Continue reading
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Federal board recommends full cell ban while driving
The National Transportation Safety Board recommended today a federal ban on all cell phone use, including hands-free devices, while driving — a step further than any state has yet opted to take. Citing distracted driving many drivers enjoy while idly … Continue reading
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Missouri company recalls dog food
Heads up to any pet owners who’ve recently purchased any of three dog food brands coming out of Missouri: The company just put out a recall on the products, stating they contain high levels of the fungus toxin aflatoxin. According … Continue reading
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State-run health insurance exchange dumped
Plans for a statewide health insurance exchange were dumped today after the Arkansas insurance commissioner, facing opposition from Republicans in the Legislature, said the option is no longer viable. According to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, the state will switch to federal … Continue reading
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