Jonesboro Local News – Monday, January 5th, 2026

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Monday, January 5th, 2026

Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund will begin accepting applications in Spring 2026 (supporting single parents pursuing education while raising children) and aims to expand access to scholarships in the local community. Northeast Arkansas News

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Arkansas State men’s basketball fell short 78-74 against James Madison Saturday afternoon at First National Bank Arena. Matt Hayman posted a season-high 23 points (matching his career high with five 3s) as the team prepares to face Troy Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Jonesboro Right Now
➤ Quarterback Jaylen Raynor transferred from Arkansas State to Iowa State on Saturday night (after a record-setting season) and will join the Cyclones as they work to fill a key role. Delta Digital News Service
➤ Arkansas football signed sophomore Tennessee kicker Max Gilbert from the transfer portal on Sunday. He made 34 of 45 field goals and was perfect on all 118 extra points over two seasons, and he has two eligibility seasons remaining. Delta Digital News Service
➤ Arkansas State women's basketball clinched an 89–71 win at ULM Saturday as senior guard Zyion Shannon joined the 1,000-point club, extending their winning streak to 11 games. The team is 13–3 overall and 4–0 in Sun Belt Conference play and will face South Alabama Thursday, Jan. 8 (7:00 p.m.). Jonesboro Right Now
➤ Arkansas football has landed the commitment of Memphis redshirt sophomore offensive lineman Malachi Breland (6-5, 340 pounds, rated No. 21 interior OL by 247Sports), who started every game in 2025 and has two years of eligibility remaining. Delta Digital News Service

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