Daily
Jonesboro
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro Right Now's editor outlines a bright future for the publication as the city advances with a $20 million airport upgrade and planned new healthcare facilities. The growing local economy and community developments signal a transformed Jonesboro for years ahead. The Fox 104.9
- ➤ On Saturday, Apr. 11, Jonesboro will host two clean-up events to prep for Earth Day. The city’s Neighborhood Clean-Up at 821 Union Street runs from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m and Keep Jonesboro Beautiful will start its downtown litter pick-up (Spring Spruce-Up) at 9 a.m. Jonesboro Right Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State University Museum now benefits from a $25K endowment that supports the Rockabilly! The Northeast Arkansas Story exhibit honoring Norris 'Ray' Dacus and his love for music. Interactive displays let visitors explore regional rockabilly history — ensuring the exhibit preserves a cherished musical legacy. Jonesboro Right Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Arkansas rose nearly 25 cents per gallon last week to $3.57 a gallon due to escalating tensions in the Middle East — drivers now pay 63.4 cents more than a month ago while analysts warn of further increases. K8 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Cliff Harrell at Arkansas State Athletics has expanded his role as deputy athletics director to oversee external operations such as University Advancement liaison, ticketing, and the LEARFIELD partnership while continuing to manage Student-Athlete Services. The change was announced last week to support revenue growth and enhanced support for student-athletes. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Dr. Vishwa Rajagopalan, associate professor at NYITCOM + A-State, was named a Fellow of the American Heart Association, recognizing his work in cardiovascular research and education. The honor highlights his innovative study of heart disease since moving to Jonesboro in 2016. NEA Report
- ➤ Arkansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine received a Letter of Reasonable Assurance from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and will recruit 120 students for its fall DVM program. The 56,000 sqft building at 2517 Cherokee St. will finish construction by early July with a ribbon-cutting planned this fall. The Fox 104.9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Department of Human Services requires some SNAP recipients to join a job training program if they work under 20 hours weekly & the program, offering workforce readiness, digital skills and education training, began this month. Northeast Arkansas News
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Oasis Art Festival
12-6 p.m. — Downtown Jonesboro Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with local art, poetry, music, and food.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is a game of leverage. The more leverage you create, the more luck you have.
~ Naval Ravikant
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