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A Message From the Dewitt Era-Enterprise on COVID-19

Updated March 16, 2020

As members of the Arkansas County area, we share your concern about the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and its impact on our community. We remain cautious but optimistic, and we take heart knowing that our corner of the world is full of strong, generous people that look after each other. And, as each of us know, it is in moments of crisis like this that our community sustains us; we need to connect with each other even if we need to keep our physical distance.

We're working every day to bring you the news of how our area is affected, and how things are changing quickly. You can find the latest on our website, or text "START" to 870-451-5596 to receive Breaking News via text on your mobile device. If you aren't yet on our email list, sign up for a free trial (no credit card required) to stay informed. We will get through this crisis together.

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Arkansas County Now On the Map For Positive COVID-19

The Arkansas Department of Health reported on Sunday, March 29, 2020 that Arkansas County now has 1-4 positive cases of COVID-19, and 7 negative...

Governor Hutchinson Declares March 29 as a Special Day of Prayer in...

Governor Hutchinson announced on Saturday, March 28, that he has declared Sunday, March 29 a Special Day of Prayer in Arkansas. The proclamation Governor Hutchinson signed...

Why Numbers Fluctuate on COVID-19 Cases

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When you’re on your own, we are there with you.

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Secretary of State Announces Temporary Waiver of Franchise Tax...

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Shirley Jean Beliew

Shirley Jean Beliew, 69, of Humphrey, widow of David Beliew, passed away Monday, March 16, 2020. Mrs. Beliew was born Nov. 5, 1950, in McCrory, Ark., to Curry and Leaner...

Peggy Ruth Bateman

Peggy Ruth Bateman, age 63, of DeWitt, Arkansas, passed away peacefully, on Friday, March 13, 2020, having been blessed with a wonderful life full...

“Christians Are of The Household of God”

Eph. 2:19 “Now therefore you are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the Saints, and of the household of God.” There is a principle set forth in...

The Turned Over Heart

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Arkansas County Now On the Map For Positive COVID-19

The Arkansas Department of Health reported on Sunday, March 29, 2020 that Arkansas County now has 1-4 positive cases of COVID-19, and 7 negative...

Governor Hutchinson Declares March 29 as a Special Day of Prayer in...

Governor Hutchinson announced on Saturday, March 28, that he has declared Sunday, March 29 a Special Day of Prayer in Arkansas. The proclamation Governor Hutchinson signed...

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Stuttgart School District implements continuity plan

With schools slated to remain close through April 17, students will still continue to receive an education through alternative methods. Park Avenue Elementary School...

Stuttgart Family Loses Home In The Midst Of COVID-19 Crisis

While most families are at home safe during the Coronavirus pandemic, a single mother of three has no home to return to. Natasha Hoard of...

SPD enforces Directive as COVID-19 cases are projected to reach...

As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Arkansas, Governor Asa Hutchinson has ordered Arkansans to limit gatherings to less than 10 people and to...

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