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Jonesboro
Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Jonesboro Fire Department responded to a fire at Fairview Missionary Baptist Church late Saturday night, reporting significant sanctuary damage and a collapsed roof (10:15 p.m.) with no injuries while the cause remains under investigation. K8 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the end of a three-day movie event, winners of the Porchlight Film Festival were announced Sunday downtown. Award-winning films will be shown at Malco Studio at Greensborough Village on April 20 — the public can also vote for the People’s Choice award. Jonesboro Right Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State University's new College of Veterinary Medicine will welcome its first 120 students this fall to begin building a local pipeline of veterinarians for rural communities. Founding dean Dr. Heidi Banse says the program is designed to boost applied research and support the state's agriculture. Delta Digital News Service
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ High winds and dry conditions have led several northeast counties to reissue burn bans today — Independence, White, Woodruff and Crittenden counties are affected as the Arkansas Department of Agriculture notes a moderate wildfire risk statewide. K8 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local trainer Matt Parrott presents a master class that shows how community fitness builds better health and mutual support (using the Plank Kickthrough for a beginner-friendly workout). The class offers practical tips and inspires readers to engage in local wellness activities. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ A AAA survey shows that headlight glare is worsening for drivers in Jonesboro today, with about six in ten facing difficulty. Optometrist Dr. Nathan Baggett advises regular eye exams + windshield cleaning to help reduce glare and improve safety on the roads. K8 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Razorbacks secured a 3-2 win against No. 9 Alabama on the road — Ethan McElvain led a strong rebound that helped complete the series sweep. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ Arkansas State baseball won their series finale when they scored five runs in the fifth inning to beat #11 Coastal Carolina yesterday at their home stadium in Jonesboro. K8 News
- ➤ Arkansas State baseball lost game two to #11 Coastal Carolina on April 11—Mike Silva and Cooper Garrison shared postgame insights. K8 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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