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Jonesboro
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Jonesboro announced the June Neighborhood Cleanup will be held on Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m. to noon at Fisher Street United Methodist Church — recycling service will include cardboard and glass, and participation is for city residents. Jonesboro Right Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro residents observe Memorial Day by honoring veterans and reflecting on the sacrifices made for freedom; local figures like William Silas and Mary Long share personal stories (reminiscent of historic battles at Pearl Harbor and Normandy) to ensure these acts are not forgotten. K8 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Jonesboro Public Library is hosting special events for teens in early June. On Wednesday, June 3, a bracelet workshop in the TeenHub Makerspace offers free supplies — then on Friday, June 5, a dance runs from 7-9 p.m. in the Round Room with music, food and a photo booth. Jonesboro Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Valley View won its third state baseball title with a 17-6 victory over Benton, while Tuckerman and Marked Tree earned state titles in softball and track earlier; Brookland teams reached state finals but fell short in their contests. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ All-SEC left-hander Hunter Dietz is set to pitch for the Razorbacks this weekend in the NCAA Lawrence Regional after he sustained a shin injury during Friday's SEC Tournament game. Coach Dave Van Horn said he will evaluate Dietz in upcoming bullpen sessions to decide his start. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ Colby Eddowes and Selase Sampram preview the upcoming NCAA Track & Field West 1st Round (highlighting key matchups), and local sports fans are set to watch the event later this week. K8 News
- ➤ The No. 7 Razorbacks women's golf team advanced to the NCAA Championships final eight after tying for third with Texas in stroke play. They will face Oklahoma State in match-play quarterfinals today. Delta Digital News Service
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Skirmish Fun Ride
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Downtown Jonesboro Alliance — Free entry — Bring the family and enjoy a fun and friendly group bike ride.
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RidgePointe Junior Golf Tournament
— — Ridgepointe Country Club — — Compete in a junior golf tournament at the scenic RidgePointe Country Club in Jonesboro, AR.
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