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Jonesboro
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kratom—a banned natural supplement—has led two local men to face serious addiction challenges; one lost his home and business while another suffered heart palpitations, prompting local vape shops to rethink selling the substance. Jonesboro Right Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Native Brew Works held its Hangover Brunch on New Year’s Day for residents recovering from late-night celebrations (the event featured a special menu) and a long line formed outside. K8 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carson McDaniel of Greene County Tech and Bryonna Thompson of Gosnell were named K8 Sports Athletes of the Month for December 2025 after strong performances in basketball competitions. Nominations for January winners are accepted online through January 15 with voting from January 16 to January 31. K8 News
- ➤ Local high-school sports tournaments concluded on Jan. 1, 2026, as teams from Jonesboro, Mountain Home + Hayti secured wins while Brookland boys beat Nettleton in the NEA title game. K8 News
- ➤ Pannone praised the local Red Wolves as the women's team secured a 10th straight win and the men's squad improved to 10-4, emphasizing enhanced fan engagement at home games. Both teams have lifted community spirits during their recent contests. K8 News
- ➤ On Jan. 1, 2026, Arkansas State women's basketball clinched their 10th straight win at their home arena in Jonesboro — a milestone strengthening team confidence for upcoming contests. K8 News
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.
~ Seneca
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