Good morning, Jonesboro.

Farmers have battled rising river and ditch water for three weeks, leaving thousands of acres flooded and delaying crop planting—Greene County farmer Zach Carter said only 15% of the fields are planted compared to the normal 50%.

Elementary students from across Northeast Arkansas celebrated Earth Day at A-State’s campus yesterday, where over 200 students took part in hands-on activities such as soil potting and animal care—offering them a glimpse into ways they can help protect the environment—arranged by director Melissa Dooley. This event brought together public school, homeschool and other local students under the 'Our Power, Our Planet' theme.

Jonesboro Revenue Office (206 Southwest Drive) will be open on Saturday, April 26 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to issue REAL IDs that residents need for TSA flights beginning May 7.

After recent severe weather, several homes in Region 8 suffered water damage that led to mold risks—restoration expert Stephanie Carnell said flood cuts and professional cleaning were needed to prevent health hazards.

After breaking his own school and conference records at the Mt SAC Relays this past weekend, Arkansas State track and field athlete Colby Eddowes was named the Sun Belt Conference Men’s Outdoor Field Athlete of the Week.

He scored 7,681 points — ranking him as the No. 2 collegian at the event and seventh in the NCAA.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Townsend Live Performance

3-5 p.m. — Lebowski's — Free entry — Don't miss Townsend's electrifying performance at Jonesboro's newest brewery and restaurant.

NEA Iron Giants 2026 USS National Qualifier

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Arkansas Muscle Gym — $10 spectator fee — Witness strongman athletes compete for a chance to qualify for the 2026 Nationals.