Daily
Jonesboro
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro residents are invited to join the 2nd Annual Story of Hope Brunch on April 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Story Rentals — 801 S. Gee St. All $55 ticket proceeds will benefit Hope Found of Northeast Arkansas by supporting a buffet of local favorites, including mimosas. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Jonesboro’s transit system formerly known as JET is now rebranded as Go-Jo with a mobile app that lets riders view bus routes and schedules across town. Northeast Arkansas News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Foundation of Arts will stage the Tony Award-winning musical Into the Woods at The Forum Theatre in Jonesboro from April 2 to April 5 — the production fuses classic fairy tales into one enchanting narrative at 115 East Monroe Avenue. Northeast Arkansas News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State University will host Faculty Appreciation Week from Monday, Mar. 16 to Friday, Mar. 20. The event schedule includes a drop-in breakfast and ice cream social on Tuesday, a lunch and learn, and a convocation on Thursday — all to honor the faculty. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ On Thursday, the ASU System Board of Trustees approved projects on the A-State campus including the first phase of a 26,000 sqft, $15 million CREST Center funded by grants, public funds, and loans, and granted a right-of-way easement to Jonesboro for pedestrian and bike improvements — while exploring NMTC financing. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ More than 330 high school seniors participated in the Here2Hired event hosted by Jonesboro Unlimited at Nettleton High School Gymnasium, connecting with regional employers before graduation. Follow-up interviews are scheduled to start today through April 1, with a Signing Day Celebration to be held in April at St. Bernards Auditorium. Northeast Arkansas News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms will affect western and central Arkansas Sunday afternoon & evening, with damaging winds, hail, and a possible tornado as a strong cold front moves in. Residents should monitor local updates for the latest warnings and guidance. K8 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Transportation is working on several road projects around Jonesboro, including the Airport Road overpass and MLK Drive bypass finishing in 2026+ Highway 351 widening with intersection work scheduled for 2027. Local commuters say these upgrades may improve traffic flow for work runs and school commutes. K8 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro residents can update their outdoor spaces by repurposing pallets and browsing thrift shops for budget-friendly patio pieces. DIY renovation tips offer cost-effective ways to transform backyards (using fresh ideas and smart design). The Fox 104.9
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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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