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Jonesboro
Sunday, March 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Chi Omega Sorority at Arkansas State University hosted their annual Run-for-a-Wish 5K, raising over $60,000 and granting Cody Tucker's wish to visit Hawaii. K8 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out in the storage area of Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen in Jonesboro, but was quickly controlled with no major damage or injuries, allowing the restaurant to reopen within hours. K8 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro Police are investigating two separate shootings on Friday night, with one individual in critical condition and a suspect detained. Jonesboro Right Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro's Main Street was vibrant with its annual Mardi Gras celebration, featuring a parade, music, and local business participation, attracting residents like Karen Herrell for the first time. K8 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State women's basketball team secured the second seed in the Sun Belt Tournament with an 89-85 victory against Troy, featuring key performances and a standout three-pointer late in the game. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Arkansas State men's basketball team concluded the regular season with a victory over ULM and clinched their first regular-season conference title since 1998, securing the No. 4 seed for the Sun Belt Conference Championship. Jonesboro Right Now
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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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Monster Truck Nitro Tour in Jonesboro
The Monster Truck Nitro Tour brings the nation's most competitive monster trucks to First National Bank Arena for a thrilling motorsport experience.
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