2021-04-08

Murder suspect arrested

The suspect wanted for murder of a Boyd man last weekend has been arrested.

Residents evacuated after gas leak

Several Newark residents were evacuated from their homes after a gas leak near Wise Street and Central Avenue Thursday afternoon.

Messenger First Edition for Thursday, April 8, 2021

Update for Thursday April 8, 2021

DISD MAKES MASKS OPTIONAL, CHANGES CLOSE CONTACT QUARANTINE POLICY — The Decatur School Board yesterday voted 5-2 to lift the requirement for students and staff to wear face coverings district-wide. The only exception is teachers may require students to wear face coverings if they are within six feet of the teacher. The district still encourages the wearing of face coverings to slow the spread of COVID-19. The board also voted 4-3 to make close contact quarantine optional for all staff and students. Those who have a close contact with person with a confirmed positive COVID-19 case will be notified and given the option to quarantine.