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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro Media Group fed lunch to D.H. Griffin Company workers under the pavilion at the new Union Street Park on March 28th. The food was provided by sponsors—Ron’s Catfish Buffet and Munchy’s Specialty Sandwiches—as part of the radio station’s weekly At-Work Perk program. The Fox 104.9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews responded Friday morning at 8:15 a.m. near U.S. Highway 67 and State Highway 226, west of Cash, to a cropduster crash in western Craighead County— the pilot survived without injuries and the sheriff’s office and FAA are investigating the cause. K8 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 30th annual Delta Symposium—sponsored by Arkansas State University’s Department of English, Philosophy and World Languages and Black River Technical College—will feature the premiere dance performance ‘Movement in Time’ by Facet Dance Collective. The performance will take place at 7 p.m. April 11 at the Simpson Theatre at the Fowler Center and admission is free. The Fox 104.9
- ➤ The Foundation of Arts is hosting the third annual Oasis Film and Digital Media Festival from April 11th to 13th at the FOA Forum Theater at 115 East Monroe Ave in downtown Jonesboro. The festival will feature free film workshops, panels and screenings of local and international films plus an outdoor movie night showing 'Twisters' on April 11th at 7:30 p.m. with a tornado safety panel. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Jonesboro’s 30th annual Delta Symposium will feature a premiere dance performance titled 'Movement in Time' by Facet Dance Collective at 7 p.m. Friday, April 11 in the Simpson Theatre at the Fowler Center + the event is sponsored by Arkansas State University plus Black River Technical College with free admission. NEA Report
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials said demolition of the former Citizens Bank building in downtown has reached the first floor and that once demolition of the first floor and basement is complete next week, crews will start repair work on streets and sidewalks—air quality testing and debris removal continue to ensure safety. Northeast Arkansas News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Bernards Women's Council will host its free Children’s Health Day on April 12 at St. Bernards Auditorium (505 East Washington Avenue in Jonesboro) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., offering free health screenings, CPR and AED demonstrations, fingerprinting, healthy snacks and door prizes for families. Northeast Arkansas News
SHOP NEWS
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Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
2:30-6:30 p.m. — Mainstage Theatre at The Fowler Center — Ticketed — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella brought to life through captivating music and storytelling.
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Spring Bouquet Class
6:30-8 p.m. — Judd Hill Farmers' Market — All materials provided — Craft beautiful floral arrangements with expert guidance just in time for spring.
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Run4TheKure 5K Run/Walk
9 AM – 12 PM — Arkansas State University — Sign up fee applies — Lace up for a cause to support pediatric cancer research and help find a cure.
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Open House Event
1-2 p.m. — 1424 S Church St — Contact your realtor — Explore a charming 3bed 2bath home with a double garage and open living areas.
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Artsy's Spring Fling Craft Show
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Jonesboro — $1 entry — Celebrate Artsy's 8th birthday with a trendy craft show featuring unique vendors and exclusive swag bags for early shoppers.
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Sesame Street Live Performance
6-7:30 p.m. — First National Bank Arena — Tickets available for purchase — Experience the magic of beloved characters from Sesame Street in a delightful family show.
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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Fowler Center — $12 – $17 — Experience this beloved musical adaptation of Cinderella's enchanting tale of hope and romance.
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GHO Endurance Challenge
7 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Craighead Forest Park — $90 — Test your limits with a unique endurance challenge over a scenic 2.5-mile loop.
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Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Fowler Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Cinderella in a youth edition live performance.
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