Daily
Jonesboro
Tuesday, February 4th, 2025
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Craighead Forest Park in Jonesboro, Arkansas, has installed motion-censored lights on its trail to enhance visibility and safety for early morning and nighttime users. K8 News
- ➤ The Jonesboro Police Department issued 68 citations since August to enforce stopping for school buses for child safety, adopting a zero-tolerance policy due to ongoing issues with drivers not stopping. K8 News
- ➤ Fox Meadow Elementary students are conducting a week-long coin drive to support Make-A-Wish, with each day dedicated to collecting a different denomination, aiming to grant a child's wish. Northeast Arkansas News
- ➤ Jonesboro's JET bus service resumes its full four-route schedule following a temporary reduction caused by a flu outbreak among drivers. Northeast Arkansas News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro police are investigating the homicide of Derrick Johnson, urging the public to provide any information. Northeast Arkansas News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Craighead County-Jonesboro African American Cultural Center Museum highlights the spirit and contributions of the local African American community through historical tours and exhibitions. Jonesboro Right Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas and federal officials are updating the New Madrid Seismic Zone plan to improve safety and infrastructure in preparation for potential earthquakes. K8 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Arvest Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to the NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation to support their program that provides free life-saving prescription medications to those in need in Northeast Arkansas. Jonesboro Right Now
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The Price Is Right Live - Interactive Stage Show
This family-friendly live stage show features audience participation in a fun and interactive game show format, coming to Jonesboro's First National Bank Arena.
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Chi Omega Run for a Wish 5K at Arkansas State University
The Chi Omega Run for a Wish 5K is an annual charity race hosted at Arkansas State University, supporting a philanthropic cause.
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Arkansas State Red Wolves vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
A competitive college baseball matchup featuring the Arkansas State Red Wolves against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions at Tomlinson Stadium.
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~ Native American Proverb
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