Coronavirus

AMI learning to continue through mail, online for most Magnolia students The Magnolia School District is set to continue providing Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) packets to the students as in-class education remains suspend... March 26, 2020

State health department urges recent international, New York travelers to self-quarantine for 2 weeks The Arkansas Department of Health on Thursday issued a new recommendation for residents to self-quarantine if they have recently traveled internationally or to ... March 26, 2020

Senate's $2.2T virus aid plan expected to pass House vote WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the massive $2.2 trillion coronavirus economic relief bill approved by the Senate will pass the House on Frida... by Associated Press - March 26, 2020

Civil liberty legal battles could be looming over government-mandated lockdowns CHICAGO (AP) — The orders seem prudent in the bid to thwart the spread of the novel coronavirus: Don’t go out, don’t gather with others and keep your stores clo... by Associated Press - March 26, 2020

State reports 9 flu-related deaths last week, up to 105 on the year; activity no longer 'widespread' For Week 12 of the flu season, the Arkansas Department of Health reported “regional” activity to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for geogra... by Banner-News - March 26, 2020

State expected to ban indoor events over 10 people LITTLE ROCK (AP) — Arkansas will soon ban indoor social gatherings with more than 10 people to combat a growing number of coronavirus cases in the state, Gov. A... March 26, 2020

City of Magnolia closes all parks due to 'continual disregard' for Wuhan virus protocols The city of Magnolia has announced it is closing all city parks indefinitely. by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - March 25, 2020

Police investigating shots fired on Beene Street Magnolia Police are investigating a Tuesday incident on Beene St. where shots were reportedly fired. by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - March 25, 2020

What you need to know for Thursday's coronavirus screening in Columbia County With a local health emergency declared by Columbia County Judge Denny Foster after the first case of coronavirus was confirmed in Columbia County on Sunday, a l... by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - March 25, 2020

AG warns: scams coming with passage of economic stimulus checks With Congress working to complete the COVID-19 economic stimulus package, Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge is warning residents to be on the lookout th... by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - March 25, 2020

Local liquor store makes first home delivery after state allows service A Magnolia liquor store has made its first home delivery after the state's Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) issued a new set of guidelines for restaurants and pac... by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - March 25, 2020

White House, Congress agree on $2 trillion rescue bill; move would send direct payments to Americans WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House and Senate leaders of both parties announced agreement early Wednesday on an unprecedented $2 trillion emergency bill to rush ... March 25, 2020

County offices move to appointment only As of Wednesday, March 25, the Columbia County Courthouse in downtown Magnolia and Columbia County Annex offices at 101 Boundary St. will be open to the public ... by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - March 25, 2020

State sees first 2 virus deaths; session to address budget shortfall begins Thursday LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas officials reported the state's first two coronavirus deaths on Tuesday, and the governor said he's calling lawmakers back to t... March 24, 2020

Tyson donates 40,000 pounds of chicken amid virus scare PINE BLUFF AP) — Tyson Foods gave away 40,000 pounds of chicken to hundreds of people in Arkansas to lend a helping hand amid the new coronavirus global pandemi... March 24, 2020