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🌱 How Wynne families are picking up the pieces after the tornado

Wynne, Arkansas Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good day Wynne! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Wynne families are picking up the pieces after the tornado
  • How hard did Friday’s tornadoes hit Wynne’s schools and neighborhoods?
  • Can the Lady Jackets finish a third straight perfect conference run?

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 73 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Sunday: Warmer with some sun, temps: high: 82, low: 56.
  • Monday: Sunny, nice and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Four killed, multiple injured by tornado in Wynne, community tries to recover from damage (kark.com) — Residents in Wynne are grieving after a tornado killed at least four people, injured dozens, and heavily damaged homes, businesses, and the high school. Local officials, state police, and the Arkansas National Guard are assisting as families begin the long recovery, sharing stories of close calls, property loss, and strong community support.
   

• State of Emergency in Arkansas, National Guard activated (kark.com) — Wynne suffered massive tornado damage Friday, including heavy hits to the high school and at least two confirmed deaths, as Arkansas remains under a state of emergency. The governor has activated the National Guard, shelters are opening statewide, and more than 90,000 customers lost power. Residents should monitor ongoing coverage for safety updates and local assistance options.
   

• Lady Jackets closing in on third straight undefeated conference season (thewynneprogress.com) — Wynne’s Lady Jackets volleyball team is just three conference matches away from completing a third straight undefeated league season, now 7-0 in 4A-4 play. With big tests at Lonoke and home against Harding Academy next week, plus a season finale at Forrest City, local fans still have several chances to cheer them on.
   

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  • Murphy USA, Inc. posted a job opening for Store Manager in Wynne. Apply here.
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Forrest City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wynne here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Greene County Sheriff's Office fires nine employees after inmate dies (katv.com)

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Ok Wynne! 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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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