LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — During a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Governor Hutchinson said he is not considering having state police at the Arkansas-Louisiana border.
He cited the lack of resources and his worry that personnel would have trouble adhering to social distancing guidelines while stopping cars.
Positive COVID-19 cases in Arkansas has risen to 566 as of Wednesday afternoon.
Key facts to know about coronavirus in Arkansas:
- 566 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Arkansas
- 7,920 total tests
- 7,354 negative test results
- 10 reported deaths
- 42 recoveries
- All public schools are closed until April 17