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Friday, January 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Residents in Jonesboro are advised to take preventative measures at home and for pets to mitigate the risks associated with colder weather in January, including protecting pipes and providing warm shelters for pets.  K8 News
  • Jonesboro's first Neighborhood Clean-Up of 2025 on January 11 aims to continue the tradition of community cleanliness, collecting accepted items like clothes and appliances while excluding hazardous materials.  Northeast Arkansas News
  • Jonesboro, AR, provides free rides to warming centers via JETS to support community members during cold weather.  Jonesboro Right Now

CRIME NEWS

  • A 25-year-old man from Warren, Michigan, was arrested for second-degree sexual assault involving a minor in Jonesboro, with a court date set for February 28, 2025.  NEA Report

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Jonesboro City Council is set to consider the 2025 operating budget of approximately $88 million, which includes employee salary increases, new hires across various departments, and significant allocations for infrastructure and capital improvements.  Jonesboro Right Now
  • Arkansas lawmakers are poised for debate in 2025, with Republicans supporting Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders' agenda and Democrats focusing on education, maternal health, and mental health, despite a GOP supermajority.  Delta Digital News Service

HEALTH NEWS

  • Daniel Wysocki offers guidance on overcoming fear and the 'what-ifs' exacerbated by tragic events and social media, emphasizing the importance of taking breaks and being objective.  K8 News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Nick Grimes is appointed as the offensive line coach and run game coordinator for Arkansas State, bringing extensive experience and having significantly improved their rush offense over two seasons.  Jonesboro Right Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 2025 Jonesboro Firefighters Pickleball Tournament

    This event features a pickleball tournament hosted by local firefighters, providing an opportunity for residents to engage in friendly competition.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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~ Heraclitus

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