2.5 Md - ARKANSAS
Preliminary Earthquake Report Magnitude 2.5 Md
Date-Time 11 Aug 2011 04:53:01 UTC
10 Aug 2011 23:53:01 near epicenter
10 Aug 2011 22:53:01 standard time in your timezone
Location 35.976N 93.311W
Depth 3 km
Distances 12 km (7 miles) WSW (252 degrees) of Jasper, AR
34 km (21 miles) SSW (211 degrees) of Harrison, AR
34 km (21 miles) SW (224 degrees) of Bellefonte, AR
136 km (84 miles) S (181 degrees) of Springfield, MO
401 km (249 miles) SW (224 degrees) of St. Louis, MO
Location Uncertainty Horizontal: 1.0 km; Vertical 2.9 km
Parameters Nph = 15; Dmin = 66.0 km; Rmss = 0.17 seconds; Gp = 93°
M-type = Md; Version = A
Event ID NM 081111a
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Emergency Management stepping in to aid residents
Earlier this week a few customers of the Garland County Regional Water District lost water at their homes and business. As the week went on, more and more customers lost water. As of today all of Fox Pass Cutoff, most of Fountain Lake, customers in Saline County up Highway 5 to Owensville and businesses and residents up Highway 7 to the Village gates do not have water.
The Water District knows the water tower on Fox Pass Cutoff is empty. There is a leak somewhere in the system but workers have been unable to pinpoint the problem. The water outage has no end in sight.
Wednesday Garland County Judge Rick Davis stepped in to help suffering residents. A Declaration was signed asking the state to free assets to pay for water and basic services. Joy Sanders of Garland County Emergency Management opened two sites to aid residents.
Both sites are on Highway 7, one at the corner of Fox Pass Cutoff and the other at the Teen Challenge facility. Portable toilets, including handicap facilities, and hot showers are now at both sites. Potable water is being distributed at both sites. Residents are asked to bring their own jugs for water.
There is a fire truck at each location to distribute non-potable water for use at homes to flush toilets, etc.
Emergency Management will keep both sites open until the problem with North Garland County Regional Water District is resolved and water service is restored. There is a boil water in effect for most of the Water District's customers.
The Water District knows the water tower on Fox Pass Cutoff is empty. There is a leak somewhere in the system but workers have been unable to pinpoint the problem. The water outage has no end in sight.
Wednesday Garland County Judge Rick Davis stepped in to help suffering residents. A Declaration was signed asking the state to free assets to pay for water and basic services. Joy Sanders of Garland County Emergency Management opened two sites to aid residents.
Both sites are on Highway 7, one at the corner of Fox Pass Cutoff and the other at the Teen Challenge facility. Portable toilets, including handicap facilities, and hot showers are now at both sites. Potable water is being distributed at both sites. Residents are asked to bring their own jugs for water.
There is a fire truck at each location to distribute non-potable water for use at homes to flush toilets, etc.
Emergency Management will keep both sites open until the problem with North Garland County Regional Water District is resolved and water service is restored. There is a boil water in effect for most of the Water District's customers.
Hot Springs spotlighted for water plan
The City of Hot Springs’ innovative and comprehensive approach to state-mandated wastewater infrastructure improvements is the subject of the lead article in the current issue of the Water Environment Federation’s nationwide e-newsletter.
Although parts of the existing wastewater system are as old as the city itself, city staff is working with an engineering consultant to complete an advanced dynamic hydraulic model of Hot Springs’ wastewater collection system. What makes the model impressive for a city of Hot Springs’ size is not just the 2.2 million linear feet of gravity wastewater line and 1.1 million linear feet of pressure wastewater line, but also the inclusion of 293 pump stations and the 5,352 individual and duplex grinder pump stations.
Hot Springs’ unique topography and soil conditions require a large number of mechanical lift stations that are essential to the system’s overall hydraulic performance. The 24,057 sub-catchments, or individual wastewater sheds, that are included in the model provide a level of detail that will allow the city to analyze system performance in detail, from an inclusive standpoint down to a household level.
The model is the final component in a system-wide flow monitoring and comprehensive wastewater evaluation project initiated by the city, with the goal of mitigating infiltration and inflow (I &I) and improving the city’s wastewater infrastructure. The model will help target priority areas for improvement, as well as simulate current system performance.
The information obtained through the hydraulic model is crucial in the development of projects required to address the Consent Administrative Order, which the city received in August 2008 as a result of chronic wastewater overflows.
Although parts of the existing wastewater system are as old as the city itself, city staff is working with an engineering consultant to complete an advanced dynamic hydraulic model of Hot Springs’ wastewater collection system. What makes the model impressive for a city of Hot Springs’ size is not just the 2.2 million linear feet of gravity wastewater line and 1.1 million linear feet of pressure wastewater line, but also the inclusion of 293 pump stations and the 5,352 individual and duplex grinder pump stations.
Hot Springs’ unique topography and soil conditions require a large number of mechanical lift stations that are essential to the system’s overall hydraulic performance. The 24,057 sub-catchments, or individual wastewater sheds, that are included in the model provide a level of detail that will allow the city to analyze system performance in detail, from an inclusive standpoint down to a household level.
The model is the final component in a system-wide flow monitoring and comprehensive wastewater evaluation project initiated by the city, with the goal of mitigating infiltration and inflow (I &I) and improving the city’s wastewater infrastructure. The model will help target priority areas for improvement, as well as simulate current system performance.
The information obtained through the hydraulic model is crucial in the development of projects required to address the Consent Administrative Order, which the city received in August 2008 as a result of chronic wastewater overflows.
Beware of fraudulent inspectors
(Little Rock) – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) today alerted restaurant owners statewide about possible fraudulent inspections. The department reports some restaurants have received phone calls from entities that claim to be from the State Health Department and want to schedule restaurant inspections. In addition, some fraudulent callers have given restaurant owners a telephone number with a code number and asked that the restaurant owner call that phone number and give the code.
It is our belief that these calls are being generated outside the state, since similar calls are being reported across the country to health departments in other states.
The ADH does not call restaurants to schedule inspections or give them a code to call for inspections. Inspections are made unannounced by ADH environmental health specialists (EHS). Before a restaurant owner or manager allows anyone into their kitchen for an inspection of the food prep area, proper identification must be verified. ADH EHS personnel wear badges. For further verification, the restaurant owner/manager can contact the local county health unit.
It is our belief that these calls are being generated outside the state, since similar calls are being reported across the country to health departments in other states.
The ADH does not call restaurants to schedule inspections or give them a code to call for inspections. Inspections are made unannounced by ADH environmental health specialists (EHS). Before a restaurant owner or manager allows anyone into their kitchen for an inspection of the food prep area, proper identification must be verified. ADH EHS personnel wear badges. For further verification, the restaurant owner/manager can contact the local county health unit.
Road closing
The 300 block of Highline Street in Hot Springs between Molly Springs Road and Longtree Street will be closed to through traffic on today, August 11 for sewer line construction. Signs will be posted, and motorists will need to seek an alternate route.
Blood drive in Village
Arkansas Blood Institute (ABI) thanks those who take time to save lives through blood donation during summer months. Hot Springs Village-area residents have an opportunity to donate blood 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, August 23 at Hot Springs Village Coronado Center on 150 Ponderosa Lane.
Each blood donation at the Hot Springs Village Coronado Center drive will save up to three lives. All donors will receive a “feel strong,” zoo-themed T-shirt and health screenings.
“With less than 10% of the eligible population actually donating blood, we are grateful for groups such as Hot Springs Village Coronado Center that help us keep an adequate blood supply in the difficult summer months,” said Dr. John Armitage, ABI President and CEO.
August is the final month for blood donors to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by forgoing the T-shirt offered in appreciation for giving blood. In turn, ABI will make a monetary donation of similar value to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. It’s a chance to ‘doubly give’ for Arkansans with these blood disorders - through the gift of life-saving blood - and support of research and treatment initiatives.
Arkansas Blood Institute provides every drop of blood needed by patients in 16 hospitals in western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma thanks to its volunteer donors. Since 1958, those needing blood in the area have counted on mobile blood drives and donor centers in Fort Smith and Hot Springs to ensure there is an adequate blood supply. In October, it became an affiliate of Oklahoma Blood Institute after previously partnering with United Blood Services. Oklahoma Blood Institute is the ninth largest, independent nonprofit blood center in the nation. Arkansas Blood Institute was formed at this time to reflect the local commitment to providing for people in the region.
For more information or to make an appointment, contact Arkansas Blood Institute at 877-340-8777 or visit us at www.arkbi.org.
Each blood donation at the Hot Springs Village Coronado Center drive will save up to three lives. All donors will receive a “feel strong,” zoo-themed T-shirt and health screenings.
“With less than 10% of the eligible population actually donating blood, we are grateful for groups such as Hot Springs Village Coronado Center that help us keep an adequate blood supply in the difficult summer months,” said Dr. John Armitage, ABI President and CEO.
August is the final month for blood donors to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by forgoing the T-shirt offered in appreciation for giving blood. In turn, ABI will make a monetary donation of similar value to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. It’s a chance to ‘doubly give’ for Arkansans with these blood disorders - through the gift of life-saving blood - and support of research and treatment initiatives.
Arkansas Blood Institute provides every drop of blood needed by patients in 16 hospitals in western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma thanks to its volunteer donors. Since 1958, those needing blood in the area have counted on mobile blood drives and donor centers in Fort Smith and Hot Springs to ensure there is an adequate blood supply. In October, it became an affiliate of Oklahoma Blood Institute after previously partnering with United Blood Services. Oklahoma Blood Institute is the ninth largest, independent nonprofit blood center in the nation. Arkansas Blood Institute was formed at this time to reflect the local commitment to providing for people in the region.
For more information or to make an appointment, contact Arkansas Blood Institute at 877-340-8777 or visit us at www.arkbi.org.
Senator Pryor honors Siloam Springs soldier
Statement by Senator Mark Pryor
On Tech Sergeant John W. Brown and Navy SEAL Master Chief Thomas Ratzlaff
Senator Mark Pryor made the following statement on the deaths of U.S. Air Force Tech Sergeant John W. Brown of Siloam Springs, AR and U.S. Navy SEAL Master Chief Thomas Ratzlaff of Green Forest, AR. Sergeant Brown, a member of the Air Force pararescue team, and Master Chief Ratzlaff, were killed Saturday after they helped rescue a U.S. Army Ranger unit from enemy fire.
Our nation calls upon our elite forces to do the toughest missions and they never waiver in answering that call. I am deeply saddened by the loss of Tech Sergeant John Brown and Navy SEAL Master Chief Thomas Ratzlaff, who gave their lives for our country. Sergeant Brown and Master Chief Ratzlaff served our nation with courage and honor, and our country will always remember their selfless service. My prayers are with the Brown and Ratzlaff families during this difficult time.
On Tech Sergeant John W. Brown and Navy SEAL Master Chief Thomas Ratzlaff
Senator Mark Pryor made the following statement on the deaths of U.S. Air Force Tech Sergeant John W. Brown of Siloam Springs, AR and U.S. Navy SEAL Master Chief Thomas Ratzlaff of Green Forest, AR. Sergeant Brown, a member of the Air Force pararescue team, and Master Chief Ratzlaff, were killed Saturday after they helped rescue a U.S. Army Ranger unit from enemy fire.
Our nation calls upon our elite forces to do the toughest missions and they never waiver in answering that call. I am deeply saddened by the loss of Tech Sergeant John Brown and Navy SEAL Master Chief Thomas Ratzlaff, who gave their lives for our country. Sergeant Brown and Master Chief Ratzlaff served our nation with courage and honor, and our country will always remember their selfless service. My prayers are with the Brown and Ratzlaff families during this difficult time.
Charity Vance at Wildwood this weekend
Wildwood Park's Emerging Artists Series Presents Charity Vance "Live at Wildwood"
This Saturday! August 13th, 7pm. Doors open at 6:30 with special guests Half Priced Hearts.
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, $50 VIP package - Includes autographed CD, poster and post-concert party with Charity!
Wildwood Park for the Arts welcomes Little Rock native, Charity Vance, for the second concert in its Emerging Artists Series on August 13, at 7 p.m., inside the Lucy Lockett Cabe Festival Theatre. Vance's concert with Half Priced Hearts will feature an electric indie pop mix of Vance’s original songwriting, as well as covers of pop icons.
As a young singer - songwriter, Vance, 18, has made a name for herself. In early 2010 (her most recent endeavor) Vance appeared on Season 9 of the hit FOX series American Idol. From age 7, she has performed each year at Riverfest, and has been featured in countless half-time performances at Verizon Arena. At age 9, Vance played the lead role in the musical Annie for a 50-show run with the Arkansas Repertory Theatre. Two years later Vance won the Radio Disney Superstar Kid Contest, and by age 11, was employed by Soundscapes doing voice-overs for radio commercials nationwide.
Doors will open on August 13, at 6:30 p.m. Vance will take the stage at 7pm. Tickets for the show can be purchased in advance at Cupcakes on Kavanaugh, Cupcakes on the Ridge, Vance Salon, online or by calling the box office at (501) 821-7275.
A special advanced ticket price of $15 is available until the day of show. Tickets are $20 at the door. There is also a limited VIP ticket available for $50 that includes an autographed CD and poster and backstage passes to a post-concert party.
Vance’s “Live at Wildwood” is the second among several performances in Wildwood’s Emerging Artists Series. Sponsors include Chip and Cindy Murphy, Arkansas Times, June Howes Williams Endowment, Alice 107.7 FM, the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Arkansas Arts Council (an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage).
This Saturday! August 13th, 7pm. Doors open at 6:30 with special guests Half Priced Hearts.
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, $50 VIP package - Includes autographed CD, poster and post-concert party with Charity!
Wildwood Park for the Arts welcomes Little Rock native, Charity Vance, for the second concert in its Emerging Artists Series on August 13, at 7 p.m., inside the Lucy Lockett Cabe Festival Theatre. Vance's concert with Half Priced Hearts will feature an electric indie pop mix of Vance’s original songwriting, as well as covers of pop icons.
As a young singer - songwriter, Vance, 18, has made a name for herself. In early 2010 (her most recent endeavor) Vance appeared on Season 9 of the hit FOX series American Idol. From age 7, she has performed each year at Riverfest, and has been featured in countless half-time performances at Verizon Arena. At age 9, Vance played the lead role in the musical Annie for a 50-show run with the Arkansas Repertory Theatre. Two years later Vance won the Radio Disney Superstar Kid Contest, and by age 11, was employed by Soundscapes doing voice-overs for radio commercials nationwide.
Doors will open on August 13, at 6:30 p.m. Vance will take the stage at 7pm. Tickets for the show can be purchased in advance at Cupcakes on Kavanaugh, Cupcakes on the Ridge, Vance Salon, online or by calling the box office at (501) 821-7275.
A special advanced ticket price of $15 is available until the day of show. Tickets are $20 at the door. There is also a limited VIP ticket available for $50 that includes an autographed CD and poster and backstage passes to a post-concert party.
Vance’s “Live at Wildwood” is the second among several performances in Wildwood’s Emerging Artists Series. Sponsors include Chip and Cindy Murphy, Arkansas Times, June Howes Williams Endowment, Alice 107.7 FM, the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Arkansas Arts Council (an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage).
Saline County conviction
Benton, AR---Prosecuting Attorney Ken Casady released information regarding a drug related crime conviction obtained Monday.
Garey Ray White, 31, Benton, pled guilty to Possession of Methamphetamine with the Intent to Deliver, a class “Y” felony, Maintaining a Drug Premises and Endangering the Welfare of a minor, both class “D” felonies. Judge Gary Arnold imposed a sentence of 20 years for the offenses and remanded White to the custody of the Sheriff for transport to prison.
On March 3, 2011, the Saline County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on White’s residence after receiving information that he was selling methamphetamine from his home. During the search, officers discovered two minors who were exposed to methamphetamine inside the residence along with Garey White. Additionally, officers found approximately 5 grams of methamphetamine along with cash and other drug paraphernalia.
“It is horrible that children were found living in a drug dealer’s den. I am thankful for the hard work of the Sheriff’s office that removed them from an awful situation. Garey White now has plenty of time in prison to think about his actions.” said Casady.
Garey Ray White, 31, Benton, pled guilty to Possession of Methamphetamine with the Intent to Deliver, a class “Y” felony, Maintaining a Drug Premises and Endangering the Welfare of a minor, both class “D” felonies. Judge Gary Arnold imposed a sentence of 20 years for the offenses and remanded White to the custody of the Sheriff for transport to prison.
On March 3, 2011, the Saline County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on White’s residence after receiving information that he was selling methamphetamine from his home. During the search, officers discovered two minors who were exposed to methamphetamine inside the residence along with Garey White. Additionally, officers found approximately 5 grams of methamphetamine along with cash and other drug paraphernalia.
“It is horrible that children were found living in a drug dealer’s den. I am thankful for the hard work of the Sheriff’s office that removed them from an awful situation. Garey White now has plenty of time in prison to think about his actions.” said Casady.
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