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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Lake City and Monette have been cleaning up after storms that brought tornadoes and heavy rain, which slowed progress. Local officials noted that volunteers and crews continue *working* on debris removal today and expect more support over the weekend. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas is facing abrupt federal funding cuts that will cancel Local Food Purchase Agreement funds after June 30—this will reduce food shipments by up to seven truckloads and cut approximately 400,000 meals from its local programs. The agency will continue its regular food pantry services through the end of the school year while urging community donors to help fill the gap. Jonesboro Right Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After a tornado swept through Lake City last week, strong storms carried various cherished items such as teddy bears, shoes, cars and golf clubs—items that even crossed state lines—to unknown places while local Casey Kidd created a Facebook group to return these precious keepsakes to their owners. K8 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Senate approved a $10.3 billion appropriation for the Division of Medical Services for fiscal 2026—allocating $8.3 billion for hospital and medical services, $1 billion for private nursing homecare, and $625.6 million for prescription drugs—voting 34—0 on Wednesday and sending the bill to the House for further action. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Joint Budget Committee endorsed a revised bill that gives the state Department of Education $4M for youth organization grants in fiscal 2026. The bill—introduced by Sen. Kim Hammer—requires youth groups to submit a compliance letter and to match 25% of the grant before receiving a 75% match while not naming a funding source. Delta Digital News Service
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NEA Baptist will host a free lunch and learn session on April 24 at The Rock of NEA—Fellowship Hall to show residents how daily habits can affect long-term health. Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgeons Dr. Damon Kennedy and Dr. Ronald Smith Jr. will discuss the benefits and risks with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. and the program starting at noon. NEA Report
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State track and field traveled to Tuscaloosa for the Crimson Tide Invitational—competition that started with the women’s hammer throw at 10 a.m. Friday at Sam Bailey Stadium—and the team will compete in multiple events over the weekend as it holds a top Sun Belt lead. Jonesboro Right Now
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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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2025 Homestead Vintage Market
10 AM – 5 PM — Parker Pioneer Homestead — Free entry — Explore a full day dedicated to vintage, industrial, antiques, and rusty treasures.
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Ram Run 5K
1-4 p.m. — 1701 W Court St, Paragould, AR — $30 entry — Enjoy a community 5k run with medals, plaques for winners, and cheering athletes.
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A-State Baseball vs Troy
1-5 p.m. — Tomlinson Stadium — Free entry — Catch the Red Wolves take on Troy in an exciting three-game series showdown.
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