Good morning, Jonesboro.

Together We Foster, a nonprofit providing free essentials to foster families, seeks volunteers age 21+ this summer to help run clothing closets across Northeast Arkansas, including in Jonesboro, Paragould, Rector, Pocahontas, and Forrest City.

Applicants must complete a volunteer packet, background check, and required paperwork.

Donations for care packages for seniors are being collected at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library at 315 W.

Oak Ave. until Friday, July 10; the supplies will support residents at The Bungalows, the Craighead County Nursing Center, and St. Bernards Village.

KASU 91.9 FM presents the 'We Shall Overcome' photo exhibit tomorrow, June 17 in the Humanities and Social Sciences Building lobby and atrium at 2401 Aggie Road plus the event is part of KLEK-FM's Juneteenth Celebration featuring photos by Art Meripol and entertainment from the United Voices Gospel Choir.

The anticipated U.S.-Iran peace deal expected Friday may lead to lower gas prices in Craighead County as experts note that customers could see further relief within several weeks (pending the deal's completion).

Students from Westside, Brookland, Nettleton and Riverside schools are touring local manufacturing sites today in ASUN Workforce's TekStarz program to explore technical career paths + local industry insights.

Extension experts advise Jonesboro residents to prevent heat illness this summer by wearing light clothing - staying hydrated and taking frequent breaks to cool down as temperatures rise.

JonesboroRightNow has partnered with local shelters to launch Pets of the Week, a new feature showcasing animals available for adoption and volunteer support.

The weekly note highlights pets like Monkey, a friendly dog, and Rorsh, an affectionate cat, to help connect the community with local rescues.

Gymnasts at Jonesboro Gymnastics Academy train 16-hour weeks this summer as they work toward Olympic dreams plus Coach Chris King praises rising stars Irayana Smith-Gore and Nyla Morse for their progress.

Arkansas State alumni Liam Hicks and Tyler Zuber shined Sunday when the Marlins beat the Pirates 4-2; Hicks went 2 for 3 with a run while Zuber earned his first hold with a shutout inning.

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.