Daily
Jonesboro
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The free 'Starting a Business in Arkansas' workshop, hosted by ASBTDC at A-State, will take place Tuesday, March 10 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Trumann Area Chamber of Commerce — it will cover planning, branding, and funding strategies for new entrepreneurs. NEA Report
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Arkansas State University students have been selected for the AIST Steel Intern Scholarship, which offers a $4,000 academic award and a paid, summer-long internship in the steel industry. Two are first-time recipients while one repeat winner is awaiting her internship placement. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Students at Nettleton STEAM Elementary are celebrating Black History Month with a bottle figure project – the hands-on activity brings history to life and sparks learning among students today. K8 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Entergy Arkansas filed with the Public Service Commission Friday to set new base rates effective January 2027 for Bono, Lake City, Black Oak, Monette, Bay, Caraway and Cash in Craighead County; customers face increases under 2% from time-of-use, low-income (LIHEAP) and agricultural plans, plus a job growth filing next month. Jonesboro Right Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saputo USA issued a voluntary recall for Great Value cottage cheese sold at Walmart stores in Arkansas because liquid dairy ingredients may not have been fully pasteurized per state standards—affected white plastic tubs available in 16 oz, 24 oz, and 3-pound sizes were distributed between Feb. 17 and Feb. 20. Northeast Arkansas News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bruce Burrow, a pioneering developer behind the Mall at Turtle Creek, died on Thursday, Feb. 26 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro — he was known for shaping the region's retail landscape and served on local boards. K8 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas baseball will take on UT-Arlington today at Baum-Walker Stadium while fans track live scores and analysis — a key game for local supporters. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ The Razorbacks and Gators will square off today at 7:30 p.m. at Exactech Arena in Gainesville in a SEC title race matchup, with Florida favored by 9.5 points. Arkansas stands at No. 20 in the AP Top 25, while Florida is ranked No. 7. Delta Digital News Service
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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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