Coronavirus

Governor to speak in Texarkana today TEXARKANA, Ark. — Gov. Asa Hutchinson will deliver his daily briefing on the coronavirus pandemic in an internet live stream on Thursday from Texarkana. by Karl Richter, Texarkana Gazette - May 7, 2020

Murphy Oil to close headquarters in El Dorado Murphy Oil Corporation announced today in a press release that the company will be relocating their headquarters to Houston, Texas due to the collapse of the pr... by El Dorado News-Times - May 6, 2020

Arkansans are on the lookout for 'killer hornets' Dozens of Arkansans have been on the lookout for Asian giant “murder hornets” after seeing numerous media reports about the invasive species in the United State... by UAEX Communications - May 6, 2020

Brookshire's extends daily senior discount into June Brookshire Grocery Co. is extending their discount programs for senior citizens and critical and emergency service providers, through June 2 in all four banner... May 6, 2020

Magnolia Schools to offer new home delivery meal program The Magnolia School District has been approved to join forces with Baylor University to offer at no charge the Meals-To-You program. The program offers free me... by Banner-News - May 6, 2020

SAU system plans to reopen campuses for fall semester The campuses of Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia and Southern Arkansas University Tech in Camden are set to reopen in the fall, after both institutions ... by Banner-News - May 6, 2020

Governor extends state emergency declaration another 45 days Governor Asa Hutchinson has extended Arkansas’s COVID-19 public health and disaster emergency for an additional 45 days, he announced at a news conference on T... by Banner-News - May 5, 2020

Meat shortages begin affecting Wendy's, Sam's Club, others U.S. meat supplies are dwindling due to coronavirus-related production shutdowns. As a result, some stores like Costco and restaurants like Wendy’s are limiting... by Associated Press - May 5, 2020

Where’s my check? Answers to common relief payment questions The US government has distributed about 130 million economic impact payments to taxpayers in less than 30 days. The IRS anticipates sending more than 150 millio... by Associated Press - May 5, 2020

Gun background checks, sales remain high through April The number of April background checks to purchase a firearm showed Americans flocking to gun stores in high numbers for the second month in a row amid worries a... by Associated Press - May 5, 2020

SAU engineering uses 3D printing to make face shields Facing a widespread shortage of Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE), Southern Arkansas University’s Engineering and Physics Department adapted its 3D-printing ... by SAU News - May 5, 2020

Arkansas theaters, arenas to reopen with new virus limits LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas movie theaters, bowling alleys, arenas and other large venues will be allowed to reopen but with new limits to curb the spread... by Associated Press - May 5, 2020

2020 Juneteenth Festival canceled in Magnolia UCO (United Community Organization), the group that sponsors the annual Juneteenth Festival in Magnolia, has regrettably announced that this year’s event will n... by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - May 5, 2020

SAU, SAU Tech among 2nd round of CARES Act relief recipients An additional round of coronavirus relief funding has been announced for Arkansas institutions serving low-income students and state Historically Black Colleges... by Banner News Staff Report - May 5, 2020

Quorum Court passes PPE measure, talks solid waste issues In its first meeting since March 18, the Columbia County Quorum Court on Monday held a relatively brief gathering where the primary topics of discussion include... by J.D. Bailey, Banner-News - May 5, 2020