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Magnolia, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hi Magnolia! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See who was recently booked and released from Magnolia’s county jail.
  • Which Magnolia athletes are headed to the state track championships?

Today's riddle: Why wouldn't the little shrimp share his fries with his friends ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 67 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sun, then clouds, temps: high: 70, low: 53.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Columbia County jail bookings for Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (magnoliareporter.com) — Local authorities report recent bookings and releases at the Columbia County Justice and Detention Facility on Rawhide Road in Magnolia, with all individuals presumed innocent until proven guilty. The brief update notes that some releases may reflect transfers to state facilities or other jurisdictions, and reminds readers that shared names do not confirm identity.
   

• Magnolia Panthers and Lady Panthers capture 4A-7 titles, qualify for state meet (magnoliareporter.com) — Magnolia High School’s Panthers and Lady Panthers have swept the 7-4A conference track titles, sending a large group of local athletes to today’s Class 4A state meet in Clarksville. Dozens of Magnolia runners and field competitors also punched tickets to the prestigious Meet of Champions in Russellville next week, showcasing standout performances across sprints, relays, hurdles, and throws.
   

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  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Late Night Team Member in Magnolia. Apply here.
  • Footprint Retail Services posted a job opening for Part Time Merchandiser in Magnolia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Magnolia here.

🗞 Nearby News

Texarkana

  • Tensions Flare Over Grocery Deserts and Grant Transparency at Texarkana Board Meeting (txktoday.com)
  • TASD to install audio recording devices in locker rooms to comply with Eli's Law (ktbs.com)
  • Stamp Out Hunger food drive returns Saturday; Texarkana residents asked to leave filled yellow bags by mailboxes (ksla.com)

Arkadelphia

  • 3 juniors representing Clark County at Arkansas Boys State - (arkadelphian.com)

Ok Magnolia! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he was shellfish ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Magnolia

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.