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Jonesboro
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ JRN has partnered with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society to debut Pets of the Week, a feature spotlighting adoptable pets. Launched on Feb. 3, the series highlights animals like Blizzard (1-year, 3-month-old mix) and Stuffing (22-week-old tabby) and invites local residents to adopt or volunteer. Jonesboro Right Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local officials said on Tuesday that a Japanese-based firm will build a 175,000-square-foot food manufacturing facility in Jonesboro that is expected to create nearly 200 jobs. The development will boost business in the area. Jonesboro Sun
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Foundation of Arts announced tickets for The Prince of Egypt; shows are scheduled for Feb. 20 and 21 at 7:00 p.m., Feb. 22 at 2:00 p.m., and Feb. 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Forum Theater in downtown Jonesboro (Feb. 21 is pay-what-you-can). Jonesboro Right Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State University will expand its College of Nursing and Health Professions with $9 million secured by Sen. John Boozman to build a state-of-the-art simulation facility (supporting training in maternal, neonatal, and mental health care) pending board review. K8 News
- ➤ Officials at Arkansas State are investigating hateful incidents from last week after social media posts showed racist language in campus housing and on an individual (post included offensive language on a student's back), while Chancellor Shields urged anyone witnessing such behavior to report it to maintain a respectful environment. Delta Digital News Service
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State coach Matt Kraft shared plans for an upcoming indoor baseball season as local athlete Menachem Chen qualified to join Israel's bobsled team in the Winter Olympics. Feb. 3 updates bring new momentum to our college sports scene. K8 News
- ➤ City officials met Tuesday to consider changes (new committee formation or added members) to the Parks Advisory Committee aimed at boosting youth sports tournaments and local opportunities for kids. The committee will further evaluate these ideas (next steps) at the Public Services Council meeting on Feb. 17. 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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Arkansas State Red Wolves vs. Stony Brook Seawolves Baseball
11 AM – 3 PM — Tomlinson Stadium — Tickets starting at $17 — Catch an exciting college baseball showdown in Jonesboro.
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