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Deadline extended for video contest

The Hot Spring County Complete Count Committee is sponsoring a 2020 Census Video Contest to help motivate people to respond to the 2020 census.

Malvern firefighters perform water rescue

Malvern firefighters Tuesday evening were called to rescue a group of juveniles who were stuck in the Ouachita River. The people were reportedly floating the river when they needed help, according to Fire Chief Jeremy Harper.

Local nonprofit organizations seek donations

In coordination with Giving Tuesday Now, local organizations are asking for the community’s support during this difficult time.
Giving Tuesday Now is a new global day of giving and unity brought on by COVID-19.

17 COVID-19 cases reported in HSC

The number of coronavirus cases in Hot Spring County increased by seven to a total of 17 cases, according to the Arkansas Department.
An additional person has also recovered for a total of six recoveries, and no one has died as a result of the virus in the county.

Sheriff: 3 sex offenders to move to area

Hot Spring County Sheriff Mike Cash has released a statement notifying residents of Hot Spring County that three level 3 sex offenders are set to move to the area.

Plans announced for Malvern High School graduation

With school closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year and several guidelines in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19, administrators for the Malvern School District have announced plans for a unique graduation ceremony.

Child safety center director encourages child abuse prevention

Usually during the month of April, individuals at the Percy and Donna Malone Child Safety Center host an annual fundraiser for Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Arkansas COVID-19 deaths at 41 after health worker dies

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The first death of a health care worker in Arkansas is among two additional deaths in the state due to COVID-19, state officials said Sunday.

Organization raises money for family of fallen officer

Through a social media campaign, Shield Republic Charities recently raised money for the family of Hot Springs Officer Brent Scrimshire who was killed in the line of duty.

Church members work together after storm

James Green, pastor at New Beginnings Baptist Church, along with other members of the church came together Monday to help clear fallen trees from Ridge Road after Sunday's storm.