The Health Department reported an increase of 734 cases today. The breakdown of counties with more than 20 new cases is as follows:

Washington-72
Pulaski-87
Benton-60
Pope-46
Mississippi-39
Yell-32
Johnson-26
Saline-21

There have been 4 deaths in the last 24 hours. Hospitalizations are down by 11.

The Governor reminded those in Northwest Arkansas that Washington Regional is not the only testing location in Fayetteville. The local health unit is also doing testing from 7 am-7 pm Monday through Friday.

The chairman of the Economic Recovery Task Force, Steuart Walton, presented the results of a survey from Arkansans. The survey showed 42% say COVID-19 is the most important issue facing Arkansans. 18% said the economy.
82% of those surveyed said they wear a mask in public places.

The survey also showed that 54% oppose large events like concerts and sporting events resuming in the fall.
And of those with children, 59% said they are likely to send their children back to school for in-person instruction. 32% said they were unlikely.

2020 Covid-19_infographic_2020-07-08.pdf