Aug. 10: What you need to know

Published: Aug. 10, 2022 at 5:43 AM CDT

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - We’re helping you plan your day on Good Morning Region 8.

Weather Headlines

Storms continue to be in the forecast through Thursday morning as a lingering cold front meanders down to the south. By Thursday afternoon, drier air overspreads Region 8 and the rain chances drop considerably.

Humidity really drops over the weekend with dewpoints falling to near 60 degrees in spots. Highs this weekend will be in the mid-80s areawide, with overnight lows in the mid-60s!

The mornings will feel the best before it gets a little warm in the afternoons. Rain chances stay low early next week, but increase Tuesday night into Wednesday.

Meteorologist Zach Holder has your morning drive forecast coming up on Good Morning Region 8.

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News Headlines

Some people have been getting conflicting Covid-19 test results, so we reached out to a Jonesboro doctor to make sure people have the information for accurate test results.

Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson is hoping to improve the lives of children and maternal health care.

With schools set to open for many districts statewide soon, one district is taking safety to a whole new level.

The city of Little Rock announced Aug. 8 that it was creating a new division to address public requests for information.

Jurnee Taylor and Chase Gage will have details on these stories and more coming up at 6:00 a.m. on Good Morning Region 8.

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