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New info shows omicron spread wider earlier than thought

New info shows omicron spread wider earlier than thought

Coronavirus

New info shows omicron spread wider earlier than thought

The Netherlands said Tuesday it found omicron in samples taken five days before South Africa first reported the variant to the WHO.

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Events

Holiday Express Train is back at Creekmore Park in Fort Smith

After a nearly two-year hiatus, the Creekmore Park Holiday Express is back with free train rides, hundreds of lights and free snacks.
Vaccine

Federal judge's ruling halts vaccine mandate for healthcare workers in 10 states, including Arkansas

The vaccine mandate requires healthcare workers across the country to receive the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before Dec. 6.
News

Woman accused of shoplifting at Walmart awarded $2.1 million by jury

The Walmart shoplifting case was dropped, but they sent letters ordering payment, and are accused of making hundreds of millions of dollars with such settlements.

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Arkansas unemployment down, but less spending expected
More Arkansas police patrolling stores in hopes to stop holiday burglaries
What does the Omicron COVID-19 variant mean for Arkansas?
Yes, Hanukkah is considered a minor Jewish holiday
No, the WHO did not say the omicron variant originated in South Africa — it said South Africa reported it first
New variant cause for concern, not panic, Biden tells US
Fayetteville to host blood drive in honor of late officer Stephen Carr
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein were 'partners in crime,' prosecutor says

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Events

Goo Goo Dolls making a stop at the Walmart AMP

The band will perform at the Walmart AMP on Sunday, Sept. 18. Gates open at 6 p.m. and music starts at 7:30 p.m.
Local News

Fayetteville police search for missing 22-year-old

Police say Brianna Danielle Evans was reported missing on Nov. 15, but the Morgan Nick Foundation is reporting she's been missing since Oct. 13.

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Vaccine

No, the COVID-19 vaccines can’t cause or create new variants

COVID-19 vaccines will slow the spread of the virus and do not cause or create the variants.
Holiday

Yes, Hanukkah is considered a minor Jewish holiday

Hanukkah’s popularity has increased in the U.S. due to its proximity to Christmas but it is considered a minor Jewish holiday.