Good morning, Jonesboro.

The Warrior Center is hosting a free Valentine's Ball for children (17 and under) and their parents, with a red-carpet walk and complimentary dinner.

The event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21 at Earl Bell Community Center.

Southern Bancorp and community partners will host a free tax filing event featuring tax preparation, legal assistance, and health screenings for those earning $69,000 or less.

It is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Bernards Auditorium on E. Washington Ave.

The Kiwanis Club will host its 85th annual Pop Stricklin Pancake Day fundraiser on Saturday, March 7 from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church on Southwest Drive.

Tickets are $7 in advance, $9 at the door, and children 6 and under eat free.

Scott Flannigan, a Craighead County soybean producer, was named the 2025 Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge winner at the Arkansas Soybean Association meeting in Brinkley on Feb.

9. He placed third in the Northeast Division and joined the 100 Bushel Club.

Arkansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine nears completion as construction crews install glass and HVAC systems on the new building while officials await final accreditation approval; lab areas are finishing ahead of offices to prepare for an anticipated fall start.

Bono residents donated blood on Feb.

16 to honor a boy battling cancer, uniting local families in support of his treatment.

St. Bernards Healthcare opened a new Hand & Wrist Center in Jonesboro Tuesday morning, giving residents closer access to specialized care for hand injuries and conditions.

The center treats fractures, joint issues, and nerve repairs for industrial workers, athletes and farmers in the region.

Arkansas State women’s basketball will play at Texas State today at 7:00 p.m. while the men’s team travels to Louisiana tomorrow.

The teams, respectively one game and two games behind the Sun Belt leaders, set their upcoming road trips after holding zoom press conferences.

Arkansas coach Clint Trickett is expected to leave Silverfield's staff to join Maryland as offensive coordinator, a move that may lead to an overhaul of the Terrapins (the team).

Maryland will shift coordinator Pep Hamilton to quarterbacks coach.

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.