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Jonesboro
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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). Jonesboro Right Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ 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. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ 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. Delta Digital News Service
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ 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 Right Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Northeast Arkansas News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. K8 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. K8 News
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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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Honk! Jr
2-3 p.m. — The Foundation of Arts- Forum Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy the delightful family musical based on the Ugly Duckling.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Better to be too early and have to try again, than be too late and have to catch up.
~ Paul Graham
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