The quorum court decided to go ahead and move forward with constructing a new jail as they explore ways to fund its operation in the future.
Voters passed the 0.5% measure on Election Day but failed to approve the 1.25% sales tax increase to maintain the jail’s operations.
Sheriff-Elect Ronnie Boyd said one of the ways the operational costs of the jail could be funded is through a new bond measure.
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In 2024, Harrisburg Medicaid providers reported $291,117 in charges for the Medicine Services and Procedures category, reflecting a 13.2% rise compared to the prior year.
Medicaid dental spending in Brookland surged 63.4% in 2024, suggesting shifts in service usage and reimbursement trends.
Medicaid payments associated with the Medicine Services and Procedures category in Paragould rose by 2.6% in 2024, signaling shifts in both service use and reimbursement strategies.
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