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Magnolia, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Magnolia! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What will 60 new affordable townhomes mean for Magnolia families?
  • Why a Magnolia shooting victim now questions who really pulled the trigger
  • How will Magnolia’s new head baseball coach shape the Panthers’ future?

Also on today's calendar: Some Guy Named Robb.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partial sunshine, temps: high: 83, low: 67.
  • Friday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 87 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Enclave Estates at Magnolia to build 60 affordable houses with tax credit award (magnoliabannernews.com) — Magnolia is set to gain 60 new affordable townhouses at Enclave Estates, backed by a $1.24 million Low Income Housing Tax Credit award. The project is part of a statewide ADFA initiative bringing nearly 700 affordable units to Arkansas, representing a significant long-term investment in housing options for local residents.
   

2. Magnolia shooting victim expresses uncertainty about who shot her (magnoliareporter.com) — A woman wounded in a November shooting in Magnolia told Columbia County Circuit Court she is no longer sure who shot her and wants charges dropped against the man accused. The case, involving Magnolia Police, local streets, and ongoing neighborhood gun violence, is headed toward a fall trial unless prosecutors change course.
   

3. Magnolia School District promotes Jacob Richardson to head baseball coach (magnoliareporter.com) — Magnolia High School has promoted Jacob Richardson to head baseball coach, entrusting him with leading the Panthers after their recent 4A State Semifinals run. With deep ties to Southern Arkansas University and prior success at Magnolia High, Richardson plans to build a championship-caliber program that stresses attitude, effort, academics, and strong community pride in Panther baseball.
   

4. Shooting suspect waives extradition, returns to Ruston (lincolnparishjournal.com) — An 18-year-old Magnolia resident has been arrested and returned to Ruston to face attempted second-degree murder and aggravated battery charges after a late‑night shooting in a Raising Cane’s parking lot. Magnolia Police and the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office assisted Ruston investigators, who say video and public tips helped identify multiple suspects and that additional arrests are expected.
   

5. Gainey receives prison term on drug, probation charges (magnoliareporter.com) — A Magnolia resident has been sentenced to three years in prison after Columbia County Circuit Court found she violated probation and faced drug-related charges. Court records say she also missed a required appearance tied to a felony drug case earlier this year, leading to additional legal trouble.
   

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  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Janitorial Associate in Magnolia. Apply here.
  • Atwoods Ranch & Home posted a job opening for Retail Store Cashier in Magnolia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Magnolia here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Magnolia

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