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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ More than 1,300 people attended the Arkansas Times Cannabis and Wellness Expo at Simmons Bank Arena to view vendor booths, meet doctors for medical marijuana certification, and watch cooking demonstrations. The three-day expo started Friday—drawing local interest—and will continue today until 4:20 p.m. Delta Digital News Service
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested 23-year-old Harley Lockheart Russell during a May 14 compliance check on his home in the 200 block of Kitterman Street after agents found digital scales with marijuana, extra marijuana in a dresser, and a firearm in a small safe — he is held on a $150,000 bond pending a June 27 court appearance. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Jonesboro police arrested a man and two minors on May 15 after officers recovered a stolen Buick Lacrosse, and 18-year-old Deangelo Deshawn Wilbert is now accused of theft by receiving—he faces a class C felony charge and a $35,000 bond. K8 News
- ➤ A Jonesboro man accused of selling drugs from a local hotel was arrested after a tip led officers to his room where they found 6.1 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 11.7 grams of marijuana and drug paraphernalia — he is held on a $35,000 bond and will face court on June 27. K8 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Council will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, in the City Council Chambers so residents can comment on a $16 million revenue bond plan that Mayor Copenhaver proposed to fund three projects — the Council will then meet to consider a new ordinance to divert non-local trucks away from downtown. The Fox 104.9
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brookland beat CAC in the 4A state girls soccer semifinals on May 17—earning them a spot in the championship round. K8 News
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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.
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The Skirmish: Delta Gravel Festival
May 29, 2 AM – May 30, 2 AM — Downtown Jonesboro Alliance — Check event page for cost — Celebrate the rugged beauty and rich culture of Arkansas at this cycling festival.
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The Creek Rocks Concert
3-5 p.m. — Lebowski’s — Free entry — Experience enchanting folk melodies from the Ozarks led by the talented duo of Cindy Woolf and Mark Bilyeu.
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2024 State Conference — The Chord Collective
11:00 AM - 8:30 PM — Arkansas State University Fine Arts Center — Check event page for pricing — Witness regional music talent shine at the State Competition and enjoy performances by distinguished artists.
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Trapt Live in Jonesboro
7-1 a.m. — Brickhouse Bar & Grill — Check local listings — Rock out with Trapt as they bring their hit songs to Jonesboro.
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