M2.9 - ARKANSAS
| Magnitude | 2.9 |
| Date-Time |
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| Location | 35.952N 91.291W |
| Depth | 16 km |
| Distances |
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| Location Uncertainty | Horizontal: 1.0 km; Vertical 0.8 km |
| Parameters | Nph = 32; Dmin = 18.3 km; Rmss = 0.17 seconds; Gp = 72° Version = A |
| Event ID | nm 052113a |
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Another small earthquake for Arkansas
Senator Pryor on Oklahoma's devastation
My heart goes
out to the families and communities affected by the severe storms in Oklahoma.
Arkansas knows devastation, and we feel for Oklahoma’s enormous loss and
suffering. But they’re not alone. With hard work and help from fellow Americans,
they’ll rebuild, recover, and stand strong. Like I said when I cast my vote for
the Hurricane Sandy Supplemental Disaster Assistance Appropriations bill in
January, I’ll continue to support disaster relief for communities in need.
Arkansas is here for you, Oklahoma.
McDaniel also calls for Shoffner's resignation
Attorney General Dustin McDaniel issued the following statement today: "Having
reviewed the Criminal Complaint filed this morning, I am deeply disturbed about
the allegations against State Treasurer Martha Shoffner. If proven to be
true, these actions are a betrayal of her oath to our constitution and to our
people.
Although Ms. Shoffner is presumed innocent, I believe that
she should resign immediately to allow the work of the Treasurer's Office to
continue."
Crater of Diamonds State Park schedule
We’re programming for fun this summer at
the diamond mine
By Margi Jenks
Summer is right around the corner, so
mark your calendars for all of the fun programs that we have scheduled at the
Crater of Diamonds State Park.
Visit with an Expert Diamond
Miner—May 25, June 1, July13
Talking to one of our seasoned diamond
miners is one of the best ways to get your diamond mining questions
answered. The programs are at 2:00 PM,
are free and open to the public and are held in the Visitor Center
theater.
Diamond Water Park Pool Parties—June
8, July 13
The park staff enjoys putting on our
pool parties for our guests. The June 8th
party has an Under the Sea theme, and the July 13th is an
Independence Day party. The usual fee
for getting into the water park also brings games and prizes for all ages,
food, music, and decorations to get you in the mood.
Prospector Gemboree—July 15
Our annual celebration of diamond
prospectors, past and present, is a day of family fun. We have games and contests, free watermelon
(for the watermelon seed spitting contest), door prizes, and a hunt for buried
treasure out on the search field (orange bottles filled with prizes). Also don’t miss the Diamond Exhibition held
in the park classroom. Many long time
searchers will be exhibiting their gorgeous collections of Crater Diamonds.
Teacher’s Workshop—June 20
Five area parks will be sending their interpreters
to speak to teachers needing professional credits. The topics will range from biology to
history, and is always fun and interesting. The workshop, from 9:00 AM-3:00PM,
will earn 6 credit hours and includes lunch in the $20 workshop fee. Dawson Educational Co-operative website is
the place to register.
Finally, don’t forget our daily
programs, Diamond Mining 101 and Ask an Interpreter. Everyday we have several diamond mining
demonstrations. Learn how to look for
diamonds, including the best places to go, the characteristics of diamonds and
how to use our rental screens most affectively. Our Ask an Interpreter program meets you out
on the search field, where we answer any questions and
talk with you about diamond mining strategies.
The daily program schedules can be found by clicking on the event
calendar on our web site—www.craterofdiamondsstatepark.com.
Search area last
plowed: April 23, 2013; Most recent heavy rain: May
15-17, 2013—3 inches!
Total diamonds
found in 2013: 221
Diamonds
registered for May 12-18, 2012 (100 points = 1 carat):
May 12 to 14 – No
diamonds were registered
May 15 – Ron Cudmore, Murfreesboro, AR, 3 pt.
white; Renee Duhon, Sweeny, TX, 14 pt. white; Faye Weeks, Coffee Springs, AL;
Cubby, Daytona Beach, FL, 4 pt. white, 5 pt. white
May 16 – Jentry David Weeks, Enterprise, AL, 21 pt.
white
May 17 – Cubby,
Daytona Beach, FL, 8 pt. yellow
May 18 – No
diamonds were registered
Arkansas breast cancer program releases annual report
BreastCare, a program of the Arkansas Department of Health, has released its state fiscal year 2012 annual report, Advocating for Underserved Arkansas Women. BreastCare provides breast and cervical cancer screenings and diagnosis for eligible Arkansas women. The annual report provides a comprehensive overview of BreastCare and its program results.
According to page two of the report, BreastCare served more than 12,000 women during the state fiscal year 2012. Other statistics in the report show:
· 13,291 Arkansas women were enrolled in BreastCare in state fiscal year 2012.
· 8,401 mammograms were provided to Arkansas women.
· 3,348 Pap tests were performed.
· 230 women were diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer.
· 3,016 Arkansas women have been diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer since the program began offering screenings in February 1999.
In state fiscal year 2012, 331 more women received a mammogram than last year. The number of Arkansas women enrolled also increased by approximately 28 percent.
Dr. Namvar Zohoori, Chronic Disease Director at the Arkansas Department of Health, said, “BreastCare continues to make a positive impact on the number of Arkansas women who are receiving early breast and cervical cancer screening. I am proud of the progress we’ve made. Due to BreastCare’s screening, 57 percent of those diagnosed were in stage 0, I or II. Early detection continues to be the best tool in the fight against breast cancer.”
The Arkansas General Assembly passed the Breast Cancer Act of 1997 which ultimately created the BreastCare program. In addition to screening and diagnostic services, BreastCare brings awareness to the importance of regular breast and cervical cancer screenings through collaborative efforts of the BreastCare team, a network of health care providers and other partners who make education, screening and diagnostic services available. BreastCare is funded through Federal and State tax dollars as well as private grants. For more information about BreastCare or to view the annual report online, visit ARBreastCare.com and click on “publications.”
According to page two of the report, BreastCare served more than 12,000 women during the state fiscal year 2012. Other statistics in the report show:
· 13,291 Arkansas women were enrolled in BreastCare in state fiscal year 2012.
· 8,401 mammograms were provided to Arkansas women.
· 3,348 Pap tests were performed.
· 230 women were diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer.
· 3,016 Arkansas women have been diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer since the program began offering screenings in February 1999.
In state fiscal year 2012, 331 more women received a mammogram than last year. The number of Arkansas women enrolled also increased by approximately 28 percent.
Dr. Namvar Zohoori, Chronic Disease Director at the Arkansas Department of Health, said, “BreastCare continues to make a positive impact on the number of Arkansas women who are receiving early breast and cervical cancer screening. I am proud of the progress we’ve made. Due to BreastCare’s screening, 57 percent of those diagnosed were in stage 0, I or II. Early detection continues to be the best tool in the fight against breast cancer.”
The Arkansas General Assembly passed the Breast Cancer Act of 1997 which ultimately created the BreastCare program. In addition to screening and diagnostic services, BreastCare brings awareness to the importance of regular breast and cervical cancer screenings through collaborative efforts of the BreastCare team, a network of health care providers and other partners who make education, screening and diagnostic services available. BreastCare is funded through Federal and State tax dollars as well as private grants. For more information about BreastCare or to view the annual report online, visit ARBreastCare.com and click on “publications.”
22 Democratic Freshmen call for Shoffner's resignation
Following recent news of allegations and confessions surrounding State Treasurer Martha Shoffner’s arrest, the 22 Democratic freshmen in the Arkansas House of Representatives are calling on Shoffner to resign from her office immediately. “On behalf of the 22 freshman Democrats in the House, we are outraged by Shoffner’s alleged criminal actions and her betrayal of the public’s trust”, says Representative Warwick Sabin (D- Little Rock). Sabin went on to say “the people of Arkansas should be able to trust their elected officials and have full confidence that their actions are ethical and transparent.” Representative David Kizzia (D- Malvern) said that “the members of the freshman Democratic caucus hold ourselves to the highest standards of fiscal responsibility and insist on the same from our elected officials. Elective office is about serving the people of Arkansas effectively. Ms. Shoffner’s criminal charges prevent her from being an effective steward of the people’s money and disqualify her from holding office. We encourage her to resign immediately and let the treasurer’s office get back to the people’s business”, stated Kizzia.
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| Talley | Brent |
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| Hawthorne | Fonda |
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| Baine | John |
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| Holcomb | Mike |
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| McElroy | Mark |
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| Richey | Chris |
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| Hillman | David |
13
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| Kizzia | David |
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| Armstrong | Charles |
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| Sabin | Warwick |
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| Armstrong | Eddie |
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| Julian | Patti |
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| Ferguson | Deborah |
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| Wagner | Wes |
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| Hodges | Monte |
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| Jett | Joe |
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| Broadaway | Mary |
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| Copenhaver | Harold |
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| Baltz | Scott |
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| Magie | Stephen |
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| McGill | George |
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| Whitaker | David |
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NPCC closed Monday
National Park Community College will be closed Monday, May 27, 2013 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.
Business offices will open at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28th and the campus will be operating on its regular summer schedule.
Shoffner fall out
Statement by Senator Mark
Pryor
On Martha Shoffner
On Martha Shoffner
Martha
Shoffner should resign and be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Arkansas
deserves better.
Possible road closure
Weather permitting, Columbia Hills in Hot Springs from Central Avenue to Mangum Street will be
closed to through traffic Tuesday, May 21 for street repairs.
Signs will be posted. Motorists will need to seek an alternate route during
street closing.
It is raining at 5 a.m., this will probably not happen.
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