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Jonesboro
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Farm Credit Mid-America will send $14.2 million to Arkansas farmers in March through its patronage program, returning part of its $280 million net earnings to help manage costs & investments; for a decade, the cooperative has distributed over $1.75 billion to support local farms. K8 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State University received a $125,000 gift from Farm Credit Mid-America to help agriculture students gain hands-on learning through travel, research, and meetings with experts. The investment will let students connect classroom ideas with real-world work. NEA Report
- ➤ Brookland Public Schools announced Sunday night that student-athlete Zeke Hensley died & counselors are available to support students while funeral details are pending. Northeast Arkansas News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 100 residents gathered at the Earl Bell Community Center on Feb. 12 to share ideas for Plan Jonesboro, the city’s 30-year comprehensive planning effort. The process will continue with a multi-day workshop from March 30 to April 3 to gather more community input. Jonesboro Right Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers find untreated hearing loss may cause extra brain work that leads to cognitive decline and social isolation in Jonesboro. Harvest Hearing's Lindsay White (clinical audiologist) says using well fitted hearing aids early may ease these effects. Jonesboro Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 State Basketball Tournament begins today with games scheduled across Arkansas in various classes. Reigning champion Osceola is hosting the 3A round while the 5A first round features two all NEA matchups. K8 News
- ➤ The Razorbacks remained at No. 20 as they beat Texas A&M on Wednesday and fell to No. 5 Florida on Saturday. They will host Texas at (6:00 p.m.) tomorrow and travel to face Missouri at (11:00 a.m.) Saturday. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ NFL rookie ShunDerrick Powell held his first Heart Over Height Football Camp on Saturday at Jonesboro High School for middle and high school athletes & he is a Hoxie and UCA alum fresh off his first NFL season. K8 News
- ➤ Arkansas State men's basketball head coach Ryan Pannone hosted a Monday Morning Zoom—answering fan questions and outlining team strategy. The online session allowed local supporters to stay informed about recent performance and future plans. K8 News
- ➤ Arkansas State women's basketball head coach Destinee Rogers hosted a Monday morning Zoom session (Red Wolves Raw) that gave fans insight into team strategies and upcoming contests. K8 News
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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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