News in brief


District Court to close offices early Wednesday

The Garland County District Court will be closed from 2 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday as staff will be participating in CPR training and certification.

WCAPDD board meets virtually Friday

The West Central Arkansas Planning and Development District board of directors will meet virtually at 11:30 a.m. Friday.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The request must be made within 72 hours of the date of the meeting to WCAPDD Inc. by calling 501-525-7577.

Utility work to close parts of Lakeland

Lakeland Drive, between Central Avenue and Yorkshire Drive, will have intermittent lane closures on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., starting Tuesday, until the project is completed, which is estimated to be Tuesday, Aug. 1, for utility replacement.

Caution signs and barricades will be in place, and motorists are advised to use caution when traveling in this area.


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