The surge of the Delta Variant has impacted many areas of the Ozarks including Northern Arkansas.
Vince Leist, CEO of North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, during an interview this week on KHOZ’s “Wakin’ Up Country” talks about why the variant has impacted so many young people.
Leist encourages people to get vaccinated and continue to follow COVID Safety Protocols.
More from the interview with Vince Leist can be heard below:
Heat Advisory Expanded, Extended
The National Weather Service has expanded the Heat Advisory for all of the Lakes Region and extended it until the end of the week.
City of Branson Holds Public Meeting on Proposed Indoor Sports Facility
The City of Branson is seeking input for an Indoor Sports Facility.
Application Period Open for Wildfire Kits Through Arkansas Department of Agriculture
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for wildland fire suppression kits through October 2, 2026.
Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke
As the heatwave continues through the Ozarks, the National Weather Services releases information on the differences between two heat illnesses.
Area Health Departments Monitoring Rise in Cyclosporiasis Cases
As cases of food borne viruses continue to spread across the country, area and state health departments continue to monitor the situation locally.
