Eldorado News-Times

Courtyard residents receiving monoclonal antibody treatments Courtyard Rehab has announced that it is the first nursing home in the state to begin offering monoclonal antibody infusions to high risk residents with mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19. The treatment is designed to slow the progression of the virus and keep patients out of hospitals. by Special to the News-Times 21 hrs. ago

MCSA continues COVID vaccination efforts in Union County Medical Center of South Arkansas is successfully nearing completion of Phase 1-A of their COVID-19 vaccinations efforts, including the vaccination of all MCSA employees, physicians on their medical staff and local EMS providers. by Special to the News-Times 21 hrs. ago

Historic District Commission discusses renovation projects for downtown storefronts The El Dorado Historic District Commission addressed mostly routine business Thursday during its first regular meeting of the year. by Tia Lyons 21 hrs. ago

MLK Day program set for Monday A celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and work is set for 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 18, on the east side of the Union County Courthouse. by Matt Hutcheson 6 hrs. ago

27 new local COVID cases reported; recoveries up by 45 The Arkansas Department of Health reported 2,876 COVID-19 cases in Union County Thursday, an increase of 27 cases since Wednesday. The cases in the county Thursday included 25 new confirmed cases, 2,240 in total, and two new probable cases, 636 in all. by Caitlan Butler 21 hrs. ago

Latest News

Week of large leads, deficits for Razorbacks FAYETTEVILLE — In a four-day span the University of Arkansas basketball team went from beating Georgia by 30 points to trailing LSU by 31. by Bob Holt 18 hrs. ago

Arkansas, LSU set to collide in SEC rematch FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas gymnastics team debuted in nearly mid-season form last week with a 196.35 team score at preseason No. 3 LSU. by Tom Murphy 18 hrs. ago

Union County falls short on bids to host events Union County will not be hosting any postseason events in 2021. by Jason Avery 21 hrs. ago

Local News

MLK Day program set for Monday A celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and work is set for 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 18, on the east side of the Union County Courthouse. by Matt Hutcheson

Local digest, Jan. 15, 2021 The Junction City School Board will meet the second Tuesday of each month.

State News

Hutchinson, 500 Arkansas National Guardsmen to attend Biden inauguration Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Thursday he has authorized the Arkansas National Guard to deploy about 500 soldiers and airmen to Washington, D.C. to help protect the nation’s Capitol during the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden, and he plans to attend the inauguration as well. by Neal Earley, Michael R. Wickline

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Sports

Week of large leads, deficits for Razorbacks FAYETTEVILLE — In a four-day span the University of Arkansas basketball team went from beating Georgia by 30 points to trailing LSU by 31. by Bob Holt

Living

Local author publishes children’s book Randa Stevens held a book signing outside of Jefferson Street Books on December 11, an event that marked the culmination of a personal goal for the El Dorado resident. by Matt Hutcheson

VIP Corner: Community involvement vital for successful re-entry and reduction in recidivism The community, and especially the neighborhood that a person recently released from prison lives in, is a key factor in whether that person will eventually return to prison. It is estimated that 80 to 95% of the Arkansas inmate population will eventually be released from prison. Recidivism is measured by criminal acts that result in re-arrest, reconviction or return to prison with or without a new sentence during a three-year period following the prisoner’s release. Most inmates being released (76.6%) will wind up back in prison within five years, according to a National Institute of Justice study. by Special to the News-Times

Religion

Ancient Words: His First Coming, The Flight to Egypt Only the Gospel of Matthew gives us the account of the baby Jesus being moved to Egypt. Matthew was well acquainted with the OT and quotes the minor prophet Hosea as a prophecy fulfilled: When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt: And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son (Mat 2:14-15). by Scott Johnson

Ancient Words: His First Coming, After Christmas Life The events of Christmas night are ever resounding each and every year. The marvel and mystery of Old Testament prophecy and New Testament happenings produce joy and peace in the hearts and minds of many. But what about after Christ’s birth? What is said and what is revealed about Jesus? Actually, the events recorded in Matthew and in Luke are minimal yet still powerful enough to have impact on us today. by Scott Johnson

Business

Polyethylene Containers readying for present and beyond Polyethylene Containers, Inc. has over 30 years experience in bulk container manufacturing, located on Cooper Dr. on Industrial Rd. (Marvin Richards/News-Times) by Marvin Richards