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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High school students from Northeast Arkansas will be honored at the second annual ceremony on April 10 at Gardens at Harmony — the event starts at 6:30 p.m. and participants must register to join as they take an oath and receive support materials for enlisting in the armed services. The Fox 104.9
- ➤ Ronald McDonald House Charities of Memphis announced an expansion in Jonesboro — in partnership with St. Bernards Healthcare, Hunt Properties, and Hyatt Place Hotels — to support families with critically ill children receiving care; details on location and construction will be finalized soon. Northeast Arkansas News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will revive its free concert series with three live performances this year. Jubilation Jazz will perform on May 22 at 6 p.m.—Marybeth Byrd will take the stage on Sept. 18 at 6 p.m., with the final date to be announced. Northeast Arkansas News
- ➤ Jonesboro nonprofit Stage Theater Company will present Disney's Descendants the Musical on April 18 at 6 p.m. and April 19 at 2 and 6 p.m. at Nettleton Performing Arts Center (4205 Paradise St.) while its cast collects food donations for the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas; tickets go on sale today at 8 a.m. on the company website. Jonesboro Right Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Senate approved a bill on Tuesday that overhauled the pay plan for executive branch employees—marking the first major change in several years. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ On Monday morning a Senate committee approved SB 426— a bill that increases penalties for undocumented immigrants who commit violent crimes and deputizes local police to work with ICE after key amendments. The Senate Judiciary Committee will review the revised measure at 10 a.m. today. NEA Report
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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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