Good morning, Jonesboro.

The eighth annual Living Legends Awards honored seven recipients and four additional community leaders at Arkansas State University during the spring semester.

More than 30 honorees have been celebrated since 2019, and the next ceremony is planned for spring.

Drivers in Jonesboro saw gas prices drop to $3.86 a gallon last week—a 15-cent decline that still left prices over $1 higher than last year, according to AAA.

AAA warned that rising summer travel could put additional pressure on fuel costs.

At a Fayetteville business meeting, Mervin Jebaraj said that even though Americans worry about prices and new technology, people still spend on food and gas.

Meanwhile, Northwest Arkansas sees growing multi-family construction and welcomes about 32 new residents per day—a sign of local demand.

Arkansas State University-Newport earned accreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships for its program that lets high school students earn college credits (valid for five years).

This achievement highlights the university’s commitment to high-quality education across Northeast Arkansas.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library invites young readers and their families to join the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge.

The program features age-based reading activities at 315 W. Oak Ave with free registration at the Youth Services Desk.

Jonesboro Public Library has seen more parents asking for help to raise their children's reading levels as a new LEARNS Act requires third graders to score at level 2 on the state exam.

The library is offering a summer reading program to keep kids engaged with books.

Arkansas State Police advise parents to boost children’s online safety as digital enticement cases often spike in summer — they recommend reviewing privacy settings and using free safety resources during National Internet Safety Month.

Craighead County health officials are teaming with law enforcement and courts to fight the rising opioid challenge as synthetic drugs like fentanyl and cyclorphine threaten the community.

Local treatment programs are stepping up to improve care and reduce overdose risks.

Nancy Owens at St. Bernard’s Health and Wellness in Jonesboro advises seniors to opt for fresh meals over convenience foods and add daily movement to ward off obesity and diabetes this summer.

She stresses starting hydration early and recommends indoor workouts when temperatures rise.

FGCU infielder Tyler Herb has committed to join Arkansas State baseball, adding fresh talent as the team readies its roster for the upcoming season.

The decision was confirmed as coaches build a competitive lineup in Jonesboro.

RidgePointe Junior Golf Tournament

— — Ridgepointe Country Club — — Compete in a junior golf tournament at the scenic RidgePointe Country Club in Jonesboro, AR.

K-POP Warriors Live Show

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Fowler Center — Family-friendly fun — Experience high-energy music and colorful characters in an exciting K-Pop inspired live show.

Jonesboro Independence Day Fireworks

9:30 p.m. — Joe Mack Campbell Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a dazzling fireworks display synchronized to patriotic music.