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Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro officials report progress on the demolition of the old Citizens Bank building, with heavy equipment arriving and approval from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality expected soon. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Southern Bancorp is hosting a 'Super Saturday' event in Jonesboro offering free tax filing, legal assistance, and health screenings for individuals earning $67,000 or less. NEA Report
- ➤ Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declares a State of Emergency in Arkansas ahead of a significant winter storm, prompting residents to stock up on supplies and local schools and Arkansas State University to close early. Northeast Arkansas News
- ➤ Riceland Foods and veterans' advocacy groups are teaming up to offer a free Veterans Benefits Clinic in Jonesboro on March 4-5, assisting veterans with claims, appeals, and connecting them with community support services. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Jonesboro has installed motion-sensing lights along Craighead Forest Park's 3.2-mile loop trail to enhance safety and accessibility during early morning and nighttime hours. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Jonesboro preps for snow, setting up warming shelters and ensuring road safety, with additional plans to expand if necessary. K8 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro city government meetings are postponed to Feb. 24 due to wintry weather, affecting the City Council, Public Safety Committee, and Nominating & Rules Committee. Jonesboro Right Now
SHOP NEWS
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Chi Omega Run for a Wish 5K at Arkansas State University
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Arkansas State Red Wolves vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
A competitive college baseball matchup featuring the Arkansas State Red Wolves against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions at Tomlinson Stadium.
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