Good morning, Jonesboro.

New Horizon Real Estate, a featured business on the Meet Me On Main series, has operated from 225 S.

Main St. for four years and opened a new office on Grecian Lane, with co-owners Rob Spencer, Seth Weston and Jack Turner leading over 25 agents—its one-on-one training program sets it apart in the local market.

The Bradbury Art Museum will host Magic at the Museum, a casual Magic: The Gathering event, on July 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 201 Olympic Drive on the Arkansas State University campus.

The event welcomes players of all levels and includes an hourly prize raffle for extra fun.

The Historic Dyess Colony: Johnny Cash Boyhood Home announced that Rosanne Cash will host the Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle with Trisha Yearwood and John Leventhal at 7 p.m. on Sept.

12 in Riceland Hall at Arkansas State University. Pre-sale for Boyhood Home members begins on July 1 and tickets will go on sale to the public on July 8 — proceeds support preservation of the site.

The Jonesboro Public Library will host a Preschool Play event for children ages two to five on July 1 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Round Room at 315 West Oak Avenue—offering musical chairs, parachute activities, and hopscotch with no registration required.

Nettleton Public Schools are mourning Bobbie Timmermann, a devoted educator who passed away on June 17 after a 58-year career as a computer and business teacher and FBLA adviser.

Her work as a mentor and bowling coach touched many in the community—her dedication continues to shape students' lives.

Jonesboro city council approved a $17.5M revenue bond ordinance on June 19 to fund a new E-911 Center, widen Caraway Road and add pedestrian and bike-friendly trails with $16M set for these projects and an extra $1.5M for unexpected costs.

The bonds are financed by non-tax revenue from franchise fees and passed by a 9-3 vote using an emergency clause to lock in a 4.96% rate—while the center's location is still being decided.

Cliff & Susan Band Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Collins Theatre — $15 — Experience an evening of live music with Cliff & Susan and special guest Chad Garrett.

Summer Social 2025: Candy Land Craze

4-6 p.m. — New Moon Venue — Free entry — Enjoy a Candy Land themed social for families and the community in Jonesboro.