LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Department of Health wants the public to be aware of very high levels of the flu in our state. This flu season has already seen much higher case numbers than the previous two flu seasons. Indeed, levels of flu are currently higher than at the peak of an average flu season, indicating that we are in a severe flu season. As we move through the holidays, we anticipate flu cases to remain high. more

With a foreboding temperature forecast this week, the American Legion Post 93 in Jasper is a designated warming station for the Jasper and Newton County area. Facilities will be rudimentary, but warm. There is room in an emergency for over 40 people and if someone is frozen out of their home, contact us at the numbers below and they can be accommodated. The accommodations will be far better than being chilled to the bone. more

With a foreboding temperature forecast this week, the American Legion Post 93 in Jasper is a designated warming station for the Jasper and Newton County area. Facilities will be rudimentary, but warm. There is room in an emergency for over 40 people and if someone is frozen out of their home, contact us at the numbers below and they can be accommodated. The accommodations will be far better than being chilled to the bone. more

Newton County Baptist Church is hosting a community Christmas Candlelight Service on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. It will be a worshipful time of praise as we celebrate the birth of our Savior.  more

Newton County Baptist Church is hosting a community Christmas Candlelight Service on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. It will be a worshipful time of praise as we celebrate the birth of our Savior.  more

Influenza-related deaths climbed to 30 in Arkansas this past week, according to the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH). Also, 13 nursing homes have reported influenza outbreaks this season. more

Influenza-related deaths climbed to 30 in Arkansas this past week, according to the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH). Also, 13 nursing homes have reported influenza outbreaks this season. more

Newton County Baptist Church is hosting a community Christmas Candlelight Service on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. It will be a worshipful time of praise as we celebrate the birth of our Savior. more

DEER — Deer Baptist Church is hosting the musical “An Ol’ Fashioned Christmas” on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served following the musical. more

WASHINGTON — As of today, more than 1 million Veterans have downloaded the Department of Veterans Affairs’ new VA: Health and Benefits mobile app for fast, secure, on-demand access to the health care and benefits they’ve earned. more

WASHINGTON — As of today, more than 1 million Veterans have downloaded the Department of Veterans Affairs’ new VA: Health and Benefits mobile app for fast, secure, on-demand access to the health care and benefits they’ve earned. more

The number of deaths attributed to flu related illness climbed to 19 this week, according to the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH). Eight nursing homes have reported outbreaks.. more

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas received good news from federal regulators that allows the state Medicaid program to better help women during at-risk pregnancies and other at-risk populations. more

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas received good news from federal regulators that allows the state Medicaid program to better help women during at-risk pregnancies and other at-risk populations. more

Since the flu reporting season began several weeks ago, the number of flu-related deaths have risen to 14, according to this week's report by the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH). Also, schools are seeing an increase in absenteeism. more

November is the monthwe observeThanksgiving. Does your family have a tradition such as sharing something or someone each member is thankful for? If not, this might be a good year to start! more

November is the monthwe observeThanksgiving. Does your family have a tradition such as sharing something or someone each member is thankful for? If not, this might be a good year to start! more

In the 1840s, there were only three post offices established in the county. more

In the 1840s, there were only three post offices established in the county. more