Good morning, Jonesboro.

JRN has compiled a schedule of America’s 250th birthday events across Northeast Arkansas, featuring local festivities such as a boat-building workshop on June 29 (at the Craighead County Public Library) and fireworks shows from July 3 onward.

Jonesboro-based Ritter Communications has combined with Great Plains Communications to form Rightfiber, a major fiber broadband operator spanning 20 states.

Grain Management said on Tuesday, June 16 that Heath Simpson will serve as CEO and Todd Foje as Executive Chairman — a move set to boost local connectivity.

Jonesboro hosts the 9th Annual Juneteenth finale today with a free Baritone Jazz Junction concert at the public library at 6 p.m. Fireworks, a mayoral proclamation, and a special rendition of 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' follow at University Lions Park starting at 8:30 p.m.

Entergy Arkansas offers free tips to lower cooling costs by changing filters, adjusting thermostats, using ceiling fans, and sealing leaks; customers can monitor usage and bills using digital tools, including AutoPay + custom payment extensions, while LIHEAP events for low-income households are set for July.

Arkansas gas prices dropped 13 cents from last week to $3.61 per gallon, while Jonesboro drivers pay the lowest at $3.42 per gallon (according to AAA).

Market sensitivity to global oil factors could keep fuel prices changing.

Thirty high school juniors and seniors from five states attended Project H.E.A.R.T. at NYITCOM at Arkansas State, where they learned medical procedures (drawing blood, dissecting a pig’s heart, and catheter insertion) during a free four-day camp that ended Thursday.

At last Thursday's Statehouse Convention Center meeting, municipal leaders supported a proposed constitutional amendment (Issue 3) to let cities form economic development districts that boost local revenue.

Walnut Ridge Mayor Charles Snapp said the tool would help Arkansas compete with other states.

St. Bernards Healthcare is hosting Healthy Aging Day today from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the St. Bernards Auditorium (505 E.

Washington Ave) to offer free health screenings, bone density tests, a Q&A session with a senior health provider, breakfast, and door prizes.

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.