Helena-West Helena
New Helena Hospital Owner Makes Plan to Pay Off Old Bills
The struggling Phillips County hospital is now on its third owner in two years. Leaders are confident it will become more financially stable and that it will survive. read more >
by Griffin Coop -
State Gets $44M Federal Grant to Rehab Helena Bridge Over Mississippi River
The project also will increase the load rating of the bridge and give it a service life of 20 to 25 years. read more >
State’s Barbecue, Vodka Win Applause
A round-up of Arkansas food and beverage establishments receiving well-earned awards, as well as new restaurants headed your way. read more >
by Jan Cottingham -
Discovering Arkansas: Census Bureau Estimates Show Rising Population
More than half of Arkansas’ 75 counties have seen their populations grow since 2020, and the state’s population is growing at close to 2%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. read more >
by Marty Cook -
State Approves $42M in Loans for Water Infrastructure Projects
Helena-West Helena, where the water system has failed twice in less than a year, will receive more than $11 million in funding. read more >
Trillions of Gallons Leak From Aging Water Systems in US Cities
Many communities — especially older industrial and rural areas in the eastern half of the country — are facing an economic and public health reckoning after decades of deferred maintenance and disinvestment. read more >
by Associated Press -
Helena Hospital Sold and Renamed
Progressive Health Group purchased the hospital from Quorum Health of Brentwood, Tennessee, and is under contract with the city of Helena. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
And Not a Drop to Drink (Editorial)
We’d like to see the state prioritize working with Helena-West Helena to solve its water crisis. read more >
Residents of an East Arkansas Town Have Been Without Water for The Past Two Weeks
The outage has forced Helena-West Helena residents to line up for bottled water, fill up jugs or take showers at a truck brought in by the state. read more >
by Associated Press -
UAMS Opens Satellite Transplant Clinic in Helena-West Helena
It's the sixth satellite center statewide at which UAMS provides monthly follow-up care for transplant patients. read more >
Building Resilience: ARWA’s Mission to Strengthen Arkansas’ Water Infrastructure
When it comes to the day-to-day challenges of an aging infrastructure, the Arkansas Rural Water Association serves on the frontlines alongside towns and small communities across the state. read more >
by George Waldon -
Facing the Water Crisis: Rebuilding West Helena’s Water System
Helena-West Helena faces long and costly water system upgrades, at an estimated cost of $10 million. read more >
by George Waldon -
Of Internet … and Water (Editorial)
Faster internet is great, but safe drinking water is more important. Arkansas can do both. read more >
Seeking Help for ALICE Arkansans (Harvey Williams Commentary)
New approaches and collaborations can unlock potential for Arkansas entrepreneurs. read more >
Severe Weather Delivers Infrastructure Stress
The single-digit temperatures of Valentine’s Day week challenged the Helena-West Helena’s ability to deliver water. read more >
by George Waldon -
Legislative Audit: Don’t Fear the Ledger
Public agency administrators probably look forward to a visit from state auditors as much as everyone else looks forward to a trip to the dentist. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Phillips County Looks to Sun for Future
More than $8.5 million of new and pending utility improvement projects are underway in and around Helena-West Helena. Pieces of the infrastructure puzzle are moving into place to enhance local economic prospects as well as industrial recruitment. read more >
by George Waldon -
Delta Regional Authority Invests $2M in 12 Projects
The Delta Regional Authority will invest $2 million to provide safe and sanitary sewer and water service to rural families, increase economic development opportunities, enhance workforce training and development and improve healthcare. read more >
Big River Trail Blazing Adds More Mileage To Tourism Byway
A nearly $1.6 million project will mark an important step toward creating a biking-hiking corridor along the full length of the state’s Mississippi River valley. read more >
by George Waldon -
Education Board Keeps Control of Helena-West Helena, Pulaski County Districts
The Arkansas Education Board agreed Monday to let two southwest Arkansas school districts merge and voted to keep two other districts under state control due to fiscal problems. read more >
by Associated Press -
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