Good morning, Jonesboro.

Nettleton High School EAST will host its 10th annual Touch a Truck event on Saturday, Apr.

25 at NEA Baptist Clinic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event lets visitors explore nearly 250 vehicles and student-led booths with proceeds benefiting HopeCircle.

The Jonesboro Human Development Center will host a yard sale and craft fair on May 30 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4701 Colony Drive to support employee benefits.

Vendors can register by calling (870 932-4043; fee $25 or $40 with tables and chairs).

National 911 Telecommunications Week is underway and offers people a chance to recognize dispatchers who coordinate emergency services.

Residents can drop by the Jonesboro Municipal Center lobby this week to show their appreciation and thank dispatchers like Brandiann O'Marah for their dedicated service.

A late-night fire on Saturday at Fairview Missionary Baptist Church in Jonesboro caused extensive damage with part of the building collapsing — no injuries were reported and investigators are working to determine the cause.

Ollie's will host a grand opening on Apr.

22 at 9 a.m. for its new stores in Jonesboro at 1907 Woodsprings Rd + Paragould at 2511 West Kings Hwy as both sites replace former Big Lots locations.

Arkansas State University’s College of Education and Behavioral Science recognized 34 top graduates for the 2025-26 academic year during today's Convocation of Scholars, awarding honors for scholarship, leadership and service.

Makenzi Davis received the Chancellor’s Scholar award while six seniors earned the 4.0 Graduate Award.

Dry conditions return in Craighead and Independence counties, prompting a reinstatement of burn bans after they were lifted following Saturday's rain.

Fire crews are still handling grass and brush fires, and fire chief Marty Hamrick said residents should avoid open burning even for yard cleanups despite gas grills remaining allowed.

During the Arkansas State Spring Invitational’s first day, Schmidt nearly made a hole in one on a par 4 — a rare achievement that thrilled local fans.

Jones talked with Arkansas State quarterbacks after their first spring scrimmage in Jonesboro on Apr.

13, 2026. He discussed the players’ performance and areas to improve as the team gears up for upcoming games.

Oasis Art Festival

12-6 p.m. — Downtown Jonesboro Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with local art, poetry, music, and food.