A Jonesboro business whose employee tested positive for COVID-19 now needs employees to apply for their open positions.

Lupus patients say they are unable to get refills of their hydroxychloroquine after the announcement of clinical trials to study the drug for possible coronavirus treatment. Pharmacists say some doctors are writing prescriptions for friends and family members.

“I was kinda showing out and putting on a show for the camera. And that’s not okay," the man said. “I apologize for that.”

Good morning! It’s Friday, March 27. We’re helping you plan your day on Good Morning Region 8.

The coronavirus is forcing multiple events, businesses, and schools in Arkansas and Region 8 to cancel or postpone.

Here are some quick reminders on how to disinfect your home.

Starting Monday, Stax Music Academy (SMA) is expanding its virtual practice classes to all students across Memphis.

Ark. lawmakers headed to Little Rock Thursday to begin a special session to deal with a $353.1 million shortfall in the state budget in the aftermath of the COVID-19 outbreak.

With schools out and a lot of people relying on some help with the extra meals, one local church has added some new faces to their food pantry staff.

Bear hunting in the neighborhood.

901 Comics and 901 Games offers curbside pickup and delivery around Mid-South during coronavirus.

Governor Parson requested the federal disaster declaration on Tuesday, March 24.

In response to the coronavirus, FedEx Express is now checking temperatures of all Memphis Hub employees, guests and on-site vendors prior to entry.

The Coronavirus pandemic has many industries changing how they do business in order to stay in business, and that's true for local real estate agents.

Everyone is trying to flatten the curve of the coronavirus outbreak, but what do you do when you need to go to the doctor?

Families have spent days at home due to COVID-19. The sudden life changes could cause tension and in some cases lead to abuse. Memphis police and a local family counseling agency are trying to help.

Healthcare professionals wrote notes for staff at Heartland hospitals, nursing homes and clinics.

The community cruises the streets of Fredericktown to cure boredom.

Mempho Music Festival skips 2020 due to COVID-19

The Health Department has been notified of the third positive case of COVID-19 in Dunklin County.

The coronavirus outbreak has forced Arkansas restaurants to close their dining rooms, but they’re still delivering food to their customers. And that’s driving up demand for to-go boxes.

Jonesboro police are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a series of thefts of checks from mailboxes.

Dr. Jeffrey VanWingen shared some valuable tips for unpacking your groceries or takeout during the global coronavirus pandemic.

The governor's and ADH's daily update on the state’s response to the spread of COVID-19 including the number and locations of new cases and deaths.

To help you separate fact from fiction, leading health professionals address your questions and concerns in our continuing series COVID-19: A Community Conversation.

Beginning Monday, March 30, Harrisburg will use its buses to deliver food throughout the district.

The Arkansas Department of Health Thursday urged all travelers to New York State and those who have made international trips to self-quarantine.

Kent Taylor, the chief executive officer of Texas Roadhouse, is giving up his base salary and incentive bonus to pay hourly restaurant employees, according to FSR Magazine.

Authorities say a Pope County man has died after he was shot by a sheriff's deputy.

Krispy Kreme will be offering free donuts to doctors and nurses every Monday until May.

A man suffered serious injuries in a late-night single-vehicle crash.

An area business is working to clean and disinfect a facility in Jonesboro after an unconfirmed case of COVID-19.

Good morning! It’s Thursday, March 26. We’re helping you plan your day on Good Morning Region 8.

On Wednesday, March 26, the results of the test for the patient came back negative for COVID-19.

A man is dead after a motorcycle crash on Wednesday, according to Arkansas State Police.

Here's a look at how the coronavirus stimulus money will be paid out.

The mayor believes if this crisis continues, the city could possibly be able to make these extensions into the summer.

A Central Arkansas funeral home operator is working to help families honor their loved ones while addressing safety concerns in the middle of the COVID-19 crisis.

The FBI says there is an increased risk for child exploitation because children are out of school and online due during the coornavirus pandemic.

The Crittenden County Sheriff’s Department is investigating after a woman was found dead at a residence.

The Dunklin County Health Department has been notified of a second positive case of COVID-19 in Dunklin County.

Americans expect to find their fast food restaurants always open, but the coronavirus outbreak has some franchise owners taking a hard look at their bottom line.

A Mississippi County man will spend at least three decades in prison after pleading guilty in connection with a November 2016 double murder and robbery at a Blytheville convenience store.

Piggott Community Hospital confirmed a positive case of coronavirus in Dunklin County, Mo., while the hospital says they were ready then and they plan to stay that way.

The Stoddard County Public Health Center confirmed the first positive case in the county.

A Greene County school teacher took it upon himself to still connect with his students during the coronavirus pandemic but in a non-traditional way.

More than a dozen cars filled with teachers, staff and Sikeston school students lined up and drove through neighborhoods to show their support for the children.

The permit is effective March 25, 2020 through April 30, 2020, at 11:59 p.m., Central Daylight Savings Time.

A special session to deal with a $353.1 million shortfall in the state budget in the aftermath of the COVID-19 virus has state lawmakers heading to Little Rock Thursday, with one house meeting nearly five miles away from the state Capitol building.

While the COVID-19 outbreak has impacted operations for many in the state, the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) wants winners to know that lottery prizes can still be redeemed.

The work on a major interstate in Region 8 that has been delayed due to weather is now set to start Thursday.

The governor's and ADH's daily update on the state’s response to the spread of COVID-19 including the number and locations of new cases and deaths.

As COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe and the state of Arkansas, we here at Region 8 News are dedicated to providing you with information that will keep you and your family safe and healthy.

As COVID-19 continues to spread, a northeast Arkansas school district is teaching its students a powerful lesson in giving back to the community.

In Craighead County, early voting will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Craighead County Courthouses in Jonesboro and Lake City.

A northeast Arkansas homeless shelter is closing its doors to the public.

The Arkansas Department of Health reported Wednesday, March 25, that 9 more people died in the last week due to influenza.

Spain has requested one student to come home; however, one Blytheville host mother has her concerns.