Good morning, Jonesboro.

The Learning Center announced a capital campaign to build Keys to Independence, a new housing community in Jonesboro for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) that will create 20 affordable apartments with supportive services to help residents live independently.

Jonesboro Public Library now offers a free book delivery service to homebound residents who hold active library cards.

Eligible patrons can expect up to four books delivered on the first and third Monday of each month (contactless options are available).

KLEK 102.5FM is seeking participants for a Juneteenth parade and fair vendors for the community event this Saturday in Jonesboro (June 13).

University of Central Arkansas recognized about 1,200 students as Presidential Scholars and nearly 1,500 on the Dean’s List for spring 2026, including local honorees (such as Jonesboro student Kira Rich), after meeting GPA requirements of 4.0 and 3.5 respectively.

Students planning to attend in-state colleges may apply for the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship funded by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery.

The application deadline is July 1 for both traditional and non-traditional residents.

As summer heats rise, the city is offering cooling stations at four community centers with set hours Monday–Friday and Saturday, plus free GOJO rides to each location; residents are advised to stay hydrated and seek shade under the heat advisory.

The Arkansas Fair Housing Commission will host a free outreach event on Wednesday, June 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the NEABOR office (912 Congress Circle) to offer housing resources, mortgage advice and legal aid.

A AAA analysis shows that 20 Arkansas children died of vehicular heatstroke since 1998, with most cases happening when a caregiver forgot a child in the back seat even on mild days (the report stresses that checking back seats and locking vehicles each time can help prevent future tragedies).

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.