Public records are important to keep the general public informed on how our government and public services conduct business. The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) has health inspections available for the public to view through their web portal. On the website, it explains the terminology used in the inspections and allows for consumers to search a specific area or a specific food serving establishment.

I feel that it’s important for people to understand that resources like this are available to them, especially in a time where public health is on everyone’s minds.

After reviewing the health inspections from 2021 for Magnolia’s food establishments, I’ve found that most of the observations made during these health inspections have to do with organization issues, such as having proper dates on items in walk-in freezers, keeping paper towels in stock by the hand washing sink, and properly storing cleaning supplies.

However, I did find it concerning how often it was noted that “Employees did not demonstrate proper hand-wash procedure” or “Utensils are being stored in the handwash sink.” But everyone can decide for themselves if these observations will impact their choice to dine at or purchase from these establishments.

For more information about health inspections and food safety procedures in Arkansas visit:

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