Good morning, Jonesboro.

The 28th annual Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon is underway in Craighead County with roadblocks set up in areas including Jonesboro to collect donations for children with critical illnesses; volunteers will take contributions until 6 p.m. today (donation instructions vary by location).

Local University of Arkansas students earned a place on the Fall 2025 Dean’s List by maintaining high GPAs while completing at least 12 credit hours, and Provost Indrajeet Chaubey congratulated their achievements (law students needed a 3.0 GPA) as the list is now available online.

Makenzie Cutler (an A-State graduate and local video production specialist) is one of six finalists in the Intercollegiate Broadcast System Best Documentary category for her self-funded jungle travelogue Keepers of the Ancient Library, filmed during her adventure in the Amazon.

Arkansas Teacher Corps, a unit of the University of Arkansas College of Education (Health Professions), received a three-year $5.1M grant from the Walton Family Foundation to train at least 114 new fellows for high-need communities.

The program partners with local school districts across central, eastern and southern Arkansas.

Jonesboro banks are warning customers about scams that use AI-assisted video calls and phishing texts to steal banking details.

They advise updating security software, using call screening and two-factor authentication (tips include verifying messages with local branches) to protect accounts.

Jonesboro city leaders met residents at the Earl Bell Community Center on Thursday night to gather input for Plan Jonesboro—an effort to shape housing, roads and future development.

More meetings will be scheduled to ensure the community’s voice is heard.

NEA Baptist hosted its Heart Day event Friday morning in Jonesboro—providing residents free cardiovascular screenings and advice from local medical professionals.

Dr. Lena Awar urged community members to check their blood pressure and have blood work done to better manage heart health.

Otis is a silver pit mix known as a ladies man and is ready for adoption at NEA Humane Society (870-932-5185).

Call now to give him a loving new home.

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.

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.

Honk! Jr

2-3 p.m. — The Foundation of Arts- Forum Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy the delightful family musical based on the Ugly Duckling.

Honk! Jr

2-3 p.m. — The Foundation of Arts- Forum Theater — Tickets available — Experience the fun and whimsy of Honk! Jr, a delightful performance for all ages.