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Jonesboro
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce & Hoxie The First Stand Museum will host a ribbon cutting at 602 SW Lawrence St in Hoxie from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 to celebrate the museum’s grand opening and the launch of the Ethel Tompkins Exhibit Hall. NEA Report
- ➤ A new all-inclusive playground has opened at University Heights Lions Club Park in Jonesboro. It features upgraded equipment and artificial turf for easier accessibility for children with disabilities as part of the city’s Master Parks Plan. Northeast Arkansas News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro’s newest Sweet Spot by Beignets & Brew will soon open at a site operated by Cody McPherson + Kristen McPherson, known for their local business experience. The café will serve made-to-order New Orleans-style beignets and handcrafted coffee in an inviting space. Jonesboro Right Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lloyd Wofford’s collection of signed albums, movie memorabilia, and unique artifacts is on display at Engines, Inc. (located at 5400 C.W. Post Road) where visitors can enjoy the free museum (open Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Crowley Ridge Cloggers will offer beginner clog dancing classes later this month + free sessions on Jan. 21 and 28 and an eight-week, $40 course from Feb. 4 to Mar. 25; classes run Wednesdays, 6 to 7 p.m. at the Earl Bell Community Center at 1212 S. Church St. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Jonesboro's Northeast Arkansas Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade Committee announced the 24th annual parade celebrating 25 years of community planning and service. The event will take place on MLK Jr. Day with activities that highlight community unity. Jonesboro Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro Public Schools has partnered with Care Solace to offer faster mental health support for students, parents, and staff. Counselors will submit student information with parental consent to quickly match families with off-campus therapists. Northeast Arkansas News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro is modifying its cleanup program for 2026 & will alternate monthly neighborhood cleanups with Saturday drop-off hours at the bulky junk site on Lacy Drive starting in February, offering six cleanups and five drop-off sessions while maintaining weekday service. K8 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Health recognized several Northeast Arkansas hospitals & ambulance services for defect-free stroke care on Friday based on key performance measures, awarding levels of Diamond, Ruby, and Pearl. K8 News
- ➤ According to a USDA study, Arkansas led the nation in food insecurity as one in five households struggled with food access from 2022 to 2024. Sylvia Blain of Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance said low wages and rising living costs worsened the issue, urging support for affected families. K8 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sloan-Hendrix teams won in the Kell Classic Semifinals on Thursday night, with both boys and girls teams showing strong play as they advanced in the tournament. Their wins boost school spirit and set up exciting upcoming games. K8 News
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A Candlelight Classic Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Foundation of Arts- Forum Theater — Refunds available — Experience popular songs and classical staples under the glow of over 1,200 candles.
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