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Letters: Arkansas got no disaster aid from Trump, will…

President Trump doesn't even help his friends It didn’t shock me to learn that Mr. Trump, who won our state’s vote for president, advised Arkansas and its true believer, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, that her request for disaster relief after damaging …

Mississippi Leaders ‘Hopeful’ Trump Will Approve FEMA Aid for Tornado-Ravaged Communities, Despite a Month-Long Wait

Mississippi officials remain hopeful that local tornado survivors will get help from the federal government, even after the White House denied funding for other states hit by the same extreme weather. During a Thursday press conference, Gov. Tate Reeves …

The 2020s seem to be bringing more tornadoes to Arkansas. What do the numbers mean?

The recent spate of deadly tornadoes in the state hint at a troubling new reality: Violent storms are seemingly becoming a more common part of life in Arkansas. The number of reported tornadoes hitting Arkansas every year is up, according to the Arkansas …

Mississippi congressional delegation urges Trump to provide disaster relief after tornadoes

Mississippi’s congressional delegation hopes President Donald Trump’s administration will approve a disaster declaration for the state after deadly tornadoes ripped through the South, but the request has been pending for a month.  Gov. Tate Reeves …

Cook's Natural Food Market reopens after tornado damage

“We’ve missed all of our customers. It’s exciting to see them again and get back to doing what we love,” said Cook. ROGERS, Ark. — After being closed for nearly a year due to damage from the Memorial Day weekend tornadoes, Cook’s Natural Food Market is …

May is peak month for tornadoes in the US

Tornadoes can happen any time of year, but the spring is where they reach their peak. Tornadoes can touch down in the U.S. at any time during the year, but long-term weather records show that May is historically the most active month for this extreme …

Roemer Road tornado warning siren opposition includes lawsuit threat

Some Boone County residents have threatened legal action if a tornado siren is installed near their homes. Residents argue the siren's noise level would be excessive and disruptive. County officials say the siren is needed to fill a gap in coverage and …

Live updates | Severe weather in Arkansas causing power outages

ARKANSAS, USA — Severe weather has moved into Arkansas, with the state already seeing multiple tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings. Rain and strong winds have already started to cause issues for certain areas in Arkansas, resulting in power outages. …

Little Flock still rebuilding nearly a year after a tornado damaged city hall

Little Flock residents remain resilient a year after severe storms damaged City Hall, with federal aid and local efforts driving recovery. LITTLE FLOCK, Ark. — Nearly one year after a severe storm destroyed Little Flock’s City Hall, city leaders and …

Tornado and flood watches in effect for Columbia County

The National Weather Service on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 issued dual alerts for Magnolia and surrounding areas as an active storm system moves through the ArkLaTex region. At 1:05 p.m., the Storm Prediction Center issued Tornado Watch 198, in effect until …

Tornado Watch for Shreveport, Louisiana: Details Inside

Shreveport has been under the threat of severe weather all day, but thus far, skies are clear. However, for our area, the severe threat has been significantly upgraded by the National Weather Service. The NWS have issued a tornado watch for parts of …

Tornado and flood watches in effect for Columbia County

The National Weather Service on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 issued dual alerts for Magnolia and surrounding areas as an active storm system moves through the ArkLaTex region. At 1:05 p.m., the Storm Prediction Center issued Tornado Watch 198, in effect until …

Tornado Map Shows Four States That Could be in Danger

Scattered severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes are expected to develop later today across portions of the U.S. South, prompting the National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center (SPC) to designate an enhanced risk zone for parts of …

Residents prepare for another round of severe storms across Tornado Ally

More than 400 tornadoes have taken place so far in the US, killing at least 25 people and injuring many more. Storms must be taken seriously, and residents living in the Plains, Midwest, and South should be on high alert during tornado season, which runs …

Arkansas: Damaging winds, hail, tornado possible tonight & tomorrow

Tornado Watch in effect

URGENT – IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED Tornado Watch Number 176 NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 445 PM CDT Sat Apr 26 2025 The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a * Tornado Watch for portions of Southwest Arkansas Southeast Oklahoma Far …

Trump Denies Disaster Relief for Arkansas

(Permanent Musical Accompaniment to This Post) Being our semi-regular weekly survey of what’s goin’ down in the several states where, as we know, the real work of governmentin’ gets done and where nobody there wants to marry your sister. Oooh, the elves …

Column: My sweet spot

It seems to me that we all have a little different view of what makes a sweet spot in our lives. For some it's the climate, while other folks rush to live where the amenities of living where those items are easy to acquire. Naturally where you have …

Red Cross will open disaster assistance centers in Little Rock, Hardy, West Memphis

The American Red Cross is set to open disaster assistance centers in three locations in the state to provide a point of contact for residents seeking financial assistance after damaging storms and flooding in April, a news release states. People whose …

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

Understanding the Free mE® EFT Approach to Emotional Health

Introduction Free mE® EFT Level 1 BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YU2SHINE proudly introduces Free mE® EFT Level 1, the foundational course of the proprietary Free mE® Emotional Freedom Technique system—a unique …

Funding Is Available To Support Cleanup of Your Home

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If your home was damaged but you can live in it safely after the April severe storms and flooding, FEMA may be able to provide you with money to cover costs associated with cleanup and sanitization. This assistance is for eligible …

Hurricane Preparedness Week

May 4 – 10 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, a yearly reminder that your family’s preparedness in your hands. Last year’s hurricane season proves that hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. You may experience high winds, extreme rain and flooding …

FEMA is still here to help West Virginians

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has passed, but FEMA is still here to help West Virginians. If you have questions about your application, disagree with FEMA’s decision and would like to talk about next steps, or need to update …

Improper Documentation Identified as Major Cause of Insurance Claim Delays

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Timely approval of insurance claims plays a crucial role in helping individuals and businesses recover from loss events. However, industry reports continue to highlight that …

Understanding Chemical Reactions Between Smoke Residues and Building Materials

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Smoke damage from fires can result in much more than visible staining and odor. Chemical reactions between smoke residues and building materials can cause lasting structural damage, …

ATI Restoration Wins Both 2025 RIA Phoenix Awards for Innovation

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATI Restoration (ATI), one of the largest disaster recovery firms in the nation, has earned top industry recognition by winning both of the Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) …

NIST, Ensemble, Ezassi, and IU RedLab Announce Winners of NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge

DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ensemble Consultancy, Ezassi, and the Indiana University RedLab announced the winners of the final phase of the NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0), sponsored by the U.S. Department …

Kentucky Survivors Can Apply for FEMA Assistance and SBA Disaster Loan at the Same Time After April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In addition to applying for FEMA assistance, homeowners and renters in designated Kentucky counties have the option to apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration at various stages of their recovery. …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Owen County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Owen County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Carroll County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Carroll County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in McCracken County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in McCracken County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Christian County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center is opening in Christian County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Butler County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Butler County at 1 p.m. April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

Raleigh County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closing permanently Friday, May 2

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in Raleigh County is closing permanently Friday, May 2, 2025, at 6 p.m. The center is located at:  Raleigh County Disaster Recovery Center Beckley-Raleigh County Emergency Services 1224 …

Iridium Development Inc. Announces Affordable Home Elevation Solution for Florida’s Flood-Prone Communities

Iridium Development Inc. launches affordable home elevation services to help Florida homeowners rebuild safer, lower insurance costs and increase property value TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iridium Development …

Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County To Permanently Close, Help Is Still Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is permanently closing at 7 p.m. April 30.   The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is located at:   KCTCS Mayo Campus, Auditorium Building C, 508 Third St., Paintsville, KY 41240  …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Anderson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Anderson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides.   The new …

FEMA Offers Assistance for April Storm Survivors in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is offering a wide variety of help to people affected by the April severe storms in Kentucky. Every homeowner or renter who suffered damage or loss is encouraged to apply. Money provided by FEMA does not have to be repaid. FEMA can …