Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
Good morning, Jonesboro.
Temple Baptist Church in Jonesboro hosts its monthly food and clothing giveaway every second Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 2834 Race Street — the program partners with the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas to help families facing food insecurity.
Jonesboro D.A.R.E. will host the 10th annual Color Me D.A.R.E.
Fun Run on Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Central Baptist Church Pavilion on Harrisburg Road. The free event offers music, a group Zumba warm-up, a bounce house, yard games, and stations where volunteers throw color for all ages.
More than 90 Northeast Arkansas high school students were honored last Thursday at The Gardens at Harmony in Jonesboro for committing to military service after graduation – the ceremony celebrated their dedication and community support before they begin training.
A-State Theatre presents Ken Ludwig's 'Leading Ladies' at Fowler Center's Drama Theatre on April 17, 18, 24 and 25, with matinee shows on April 19 and 26; tickets cost $15 (free with a student ID) available at the A-State Box Office.
Three Jonesboro educators were among 400 nationwide selected for training at Ron Clark Academy today as part of SONIC's $1 million donation to support teachers & classrooms.
Students from grades 4 to 6 engaged with professionals and older students to explore career options at the Jonesboro Visual and Performing Arts School's second annual career fair held on Friday, April 10.
The event highlighted career paths in emergency services, healthcare, and technology.
State law enforcement agencies will host Arkansas Drug Take Back Day collection sites on Saturday, April 25 to help residents safely dispose of unused medications and prevent opioid misuse in our community.
The event offers a chance to protect local health by collecting expired drugs quickly.
St. Bernards is hosting a free Children’s Health Day for children ages 5 to 17, offering wellness physicals and a bike giveaway with a fun superhero theme.
Families may drop in from 9 a.m. to noon at the St. Bernards Auditorium (today).
Arkansas State baseball lost to #11 Coastal Carolina in the series opener on Apr.
10 at their home field, and the team hopes to bounce back in upcoming games.
The Arkansas State women's tennis team swept South Alabama on Apr.
10 in Jonesboro — a clear win that boosts their season momentum.
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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