Some Arkansans struggle to secure COVID-19 vaccine appointments in rural communities Every county has a diverse population mix, so some can move through those 1A and 1B groups faster than others, a local pharmacist said. Author: Mercedes Mackay Updated: 5:33 PM CST February 24, 2021
LONOKE, Ark. Since the governor extended vaccine eligibility to everyone over the age of 65, more Arkansans can now get that protection they ve been waiting for.
But some are still having a tough time getting an appointment, especially in rural communities.
At Lackie Drug Store in Lonoke, their waitlist grew by 25% within the first hour of the governor s announcement.