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Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas State Alumni Association held its eighth annual Bubbles and Bingo fundraiser at Cooper Alumni Center today — supporting the A-State rugby club by covering travel and funding needs. The sold-out event welcomed 200 guests. K8 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ASBTDC at A-State is offering a free class on starting a business in Arkansas on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from noon to 1:30 p.m. in room 201 at the Delta Center for Economic Development on 319 University Loop (registration is required). Jonesboro Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State men’s basketball beat Bowling Green 91 to 54 at First National Bank Arena on Saturday, posting a record Division I margin not seen since 2013. The team will host ULM on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. on ESPN+. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Girls high school basketball standings are now available with Jonesboro at a 3-4 record and North Little Rock topping the Central region at 7-0 overall; records from 6A, 4A, and other regions (including teams from Springdale and Little Rock) offer a snapshot of the season's progress. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ High school basketball rankings have been updated, with Bryant leading and Marion close behind; officials say there will be a record update and potential swap for Paris — Lamar when they meet later. The rankings list Jonesboro’s team with a 15—9 record. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ Arkansas State's Red Wolves lost in overtime to Eastern Michigan on Saturday afternoon at the George Gervin GameAbove Center with a final score of 73-76. Crislyn Rose led with 15 points & the team will face Georgia Southern on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 4 p.m. Jonesboro Right Now
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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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Chi Omega Run for a Wish 5K
9 AM — Arkansas State University Pavilion — Registration fee applies — Participate in the 18th Annual Run for a Wish 5K to support local wishes.
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