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Jonesboro
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Texas Roadhouse in Jonesboro is hosting a Dine and Donate event where part of each meal goes to the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society and raffle prizes offer diners a chance to further support local animals. Northeast Arkansas News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg High School senior Klaire Harper received over $6 million in scholarship offers from 87 colleges and has chosen A-State to start her chemistry and pre-pharmacy studies this fall so she can stay close to home for family events. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Arkansas State University will light the Dean B. Ellis Library clock tower scarlet Saturday, May 9 to honor new graduates following Spring Commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at First National Bank Arena. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ More than 200 ASU students showcased their research and creative projects at the 16th Annual Create@State Symposium in Jonesboro + Dr. Kari Harris of the Office of Student Research and Scholarship said the event celebrated academic excellence across disciplines. Delta Digital News Service
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Tuesday that 22 communities (including Jonesboro) will share $25 million through the Arkansas Site Development Program. Eligible projects, from infrastructure upgrades to site improvements, will receive funding beginning fiscal year 2027. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ The Craighead County Road Department postponed work on County Road 928 due to weather and will now close sections on Monday, May 4 (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and Tuesday, May 5 (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Drivers should follow detour signs and plan for extra travel time. The Fox 104.9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro parent Zach Owens shared his journey raising his autistic son — a path that led him to head Ag for Autism in supporting local families during Autism Awareness Month. The nonprofit hosted a postponed softball tournament and a three-day ACEing For Autism tennis event that engaged the community. Northeast Arkansas News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The A-State Athletics Department launched its 2026-27 season ticket renewal for volleyball and basketball and new tickets are on sale; renewals must be completed by Friday, July 31 & pricing and donation details remain unchanged from last season. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Arkansas State alum Liam Hicks hit a three-run home run on Monday night in the Marlins' 5-4 loss to the Dodgers and discussed his strong season on MLB Network. He ranks second in MLB with 27 RBI, hitting .311 overall and .387 with runners in scoring position. K8 News
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Butterflies and Bloom Celebration
7-11 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center — $125 per ticket ($25 for kids 6-12) — Enjoy a night of dinner, live music, and auctions at this charity event supporting families through infant loss.
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