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State’s coronavirus cases rise by 358; considering regional shifts to next phase, governor says Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Thursday he is considering a regional approach to further lifting of restrictions in the state as new covid-19 cases soar in Northwest Arkansas but remain lower in other areas. by NWA Democrat-Gazette 11 hrs. ago

Walmart hosts shareholders online Walmart Inc. has continued to pursue its long-term strategy and effectively manage the business despite current health and economic challenges, Doug McMillon, president and chief executive, said Wednesday at the company's shareholders meeting. by Serenah McKay 19 hrs. ago

Union airs concerns over UA reopening plan A union representing about 45 faculty and staff members at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville said in a statement the campus reopening plan released Monday "does little to clarify a confusing and potentially dangerous situation for the Fall 2020 semester" given the coronavirus pandemic. 19 hrs. ago

Northwest Technical Institute welcomes Rollins as next chief Jim Rollins spoke of developing Northwest Technical Institute into a model for the nation to follow when he starts his job as the school's next president. by Dave Perozek 19 hrs. ago

FBI identifies man shot by U.S. Marshals in Fayetteville The FBI has identified the man shot and killed Monday in a parking lot as Ryan E. Moore. by Tom Sissom 19 hrs. ago

Crystal Bridges begins reopening Saturday Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has offered hours and pages of virtual programming since it closed down due to covid-19 concerns. by Becca Martin-Brown 14 hrs. ago

Harmful algae found at Lake Fayetteville A harmful algae bloom was found Tuesday at Lake Fayetteville, according to a city news release. by NWA Democrat-Gazette 11 hrs. ago

Floyd eulogized in Minneapolis memorial, first of 3 Hollywood celebrities, civil rights leaders, musicians and politicians gathered in front of the golden casket of George Floyd on Thursday for the first in a series of memorials for the man who was anonymous in life but sparked global protests for justice in death. by The Associated Press 12 hrs. ago

Pentagon-Trump clash breaks open over military and protests President Donald Trump is not only drawing criticism from his usual political foes but also backtalk from his defense secretary, his former Pentagon chief and a growing number of Republicans. by The Associated Press 14 hrs. ago

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Covid cases continue increase in Arkansas; poultry industry remains a hot spot The number of coronavirus cases statewide has risen by 190 to 7,443, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Monday. by NWA DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE

Black Liberty U. alums rebuke Falwell after blackface tweet NEW YORK -- Nearly three dozen black alumni of Liberty University denounced school President Jerry Falwell Jr. on Monday, suggesting he step down after he mocked Virginia's mask-wearing requirement by invoking the blackface scandal that engulfed the state's governor last year. by ELANA SCHOR and SARAH RANKIN Associated Press

Lockdowns ease across Europe, Asia with new tourism rules ROME -- The first day of June saw coronavirus restrictions ease from Asia to Europe on Monday, even as U.S. protests against police brutality sparked fears of new outbreaks. The Colosseum opened its ancient doors in Rome, ferries restarted in Bangladesh, golfers played in Greece, students returned in Britain and Dutch bars and restaurants were free to welcome hungry, thirsty patrons. by NICOLE WINFIELD, PABLO GORONDI and KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press

Coronavirus cases at Arkansas meat plants rise, draw protests A caravan of protesters rallied in front of chicken processing plants in Northwest Arkansas on Friday after a spike in covid-19 cases linked to the industry was reported this week. by Alex Golden, Nathan Owens

State case count rises by 239 Arkansas' count of coronavirus cases rose by more than 200 on Friday for the second straight day and the number of patients hospitalized with the virus reached a new high. by Andy Davis

Four more Northwest Arkansas residents die from covid-19 An additional four people in Northwest Arkansas have died of covid-19 in the past two days, according to the Benton County coroner. by NWA DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE

Northwest Arkansas facilities test for covid-19 About 1,200 people in Washington County and 2,500 people in Benton County were tested for covid-19 within the past week, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. by Alex Golden

Virus hospitalizations reach new high; state's new cases at 239 Arkansas saw a near-record single-day increase in covid-19 cases among its nonincarcerated population Friday, as hospitalizations reached the highest level yet seen in the state, 113. by Nyssa Kruse

FRIDAY, MAY 29: Five things to know about covid-19 in Arkansas As our state deals with the spread of covid-19 in the midst of a global outbreak, the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette will publish five things you need to know each week. by NWA Democrat-Gazette

VIERNES, 29 de MAYO: Cinco hechos importantes sobre la covid-19 en Arkansas Cinco hechos importantes sobre la coronavirus en Arkansas esta semana. by NWA Democrat-Gazette

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Yurachek: Razorback athlete tests positive for covid-19 An athlete at the University of Arkansas has tested positive for covid-19, according to a statement from UA athletics director Hunter Yurachek. by Matt Jones 10 hrs. ago

7 Arkansas St. athletes positive for COVID-19, no symptoms Seven Arkansas State athletes tested positive for COVID-19 and are self-isolating for 14 days, chancellor Kelly Damphousse announced Thursday. by The Associated Press 12 hrs. ago

After protests, Northam orders removal of iconic Lee statue A towering statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee will be removed as soon as possible from Richmond's Monument Avenue, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam said Thursday, pledging the state will no longer "preach a false version of history." by The Associated Press 14 hrs. ago

PHOTO GALLERY: Day camp drawing, picnic build, memorial mural Thursday's photo gallery includes photos of Life Source summer day camp, building picnic tables and window washing. by NWA Democrat-Gazette 18 hrs. ago

Firms chosen to manage XNA concourse project A committee recommended Wednesday airport officials hire a construction manager to shepherd a project to add a western concourse to the terminal. by Ron Wood 1 day ago

Fayetteville man arrested in shooting Police arrested a young man in connection with a domestic shooting Tuesday afternoon at the Willow Heights housing complex. by Tom Sissom 1 day ago

Springdale police ID officer involved in shooting Edgar Hernandez is the Springdale police officer who shot a woman last week, the department said Wednesday in a news release. by NWA Democrat-Gazette 1 day ago

Northwest Arkansas arrest roundup A roundup of arrests in Washington and Benton counties 1 day ago

City proposes net-metering policy SILOAM SPRINGS -- City board members heard the first reading of and ordinance for net-metering during a meeting May 19. by Marc Hayot NWA Democrat-Gazette 1 day ago

Benware resigns at JBU men's soccer coach Robyn Daugherty, John Brown University director of athletics, announced the resignation of Brenton Benware from the men's soccer program on Monday afternoon. by NWA Democrat-Gazette 1 day ago

Storm produces four tornadoes A supercell storm produced four tornadoes in eastern Oklahoma's Adair and Delaware Counties on Memorial Day, the National Weather Service in Tulsa, Okla., confirmed May 27. by Janelle Jessen 1 day ago

Fire destroys house on Mount Olive The Fire Department responded to a house fire shortly after 10:30 a.m. May 31 in Siloam Springs. by Marc Hayot NWA Democrat-Gazette 1 day ago

Donor gives hand to daytime center for homeless The interior of Little Rock's day services center has a fresh look thanks to a privately funded remodeling project. by Rachel Herzog 1 day ago

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Growing strong: Botanical Garden plans to reopen June 15 On March 18, Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette photographer J.T. Wampler took pictures for a story that was slated to run in the newspaper's What's Up! arts and entertainment magazine that Sunday. The premise was that the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks would be staying open despite coronavirus concerns. by Becca Martin-Brown

Trucks, treats benefit Junior League Touch a Truck will be back Aug. 15 to help support Junior League of Northwest Arkansas programs.

MUSIC MADNESS: Boredom begets 'We Don't Want the Covid' video The Downtown Little Rock Partnership's staff members have had time on their hands lately, what with downtown sidewalks virtually empty the past couple of months. So Gabe Holmstrom, executive director, teamed up with Angela Paradis of the band The Going Jessies to churn out a ditty called "We Don't Want the Covid," written to the tune of Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire." by JACK W. HILL SPECIAL TO THE DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE

'The Eddy' a familiar beat to Chazelle TV debut Those familiar with the work of Damien Chazelle won't be surprised to hear that his latest project centers on a jazz musician. The Eddy, a miniseries now streaming on Netflix, follows the Oscar-winning director's Whiplash and La La Land in exploring the role music plays in the life of its main character, and how professional ambition affects his relationships, some loving and others fraught. by Sonia Rao The Washington Post

HELPFUL HINTS DEAR READERS : What’s the difference between hand-washing and hand-sanitizing? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov/handwashing), hand-washing is done with soap and water, and you are removing all types of dirt and germs from your hands. Hand-sanitizing is killing particular germs on the skin. by HELOISE

Horoscopes by Holiday Happy birthday: This year turns up your vitality; lifestyle changes and exciting projects figure in. People you admire find their way into your world. You already have what others need, and you'll find the niche that allows you to feel a deep sense of contribution and belonging, not to mention the chance to get exactly what you want. by Holiday Mathis

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Lisa Kelley-Gibbs: It was a dark night on Main Street I'm supposed to have ink to put on paper. I write. I reason. I'm supposed to have words and thoughts. And I do -- a plethora of them. But each time I write them as the sun rises this Tuesday morning, I edit them off the page. It's cleaner that way. by LISA KELLEY-GIBBS My Roots Are Showing

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