Good morning, Jonesboro.

The West End Garden Tour on Sunday, June 21 drew record crowds as families, neighbors, and garden lovers explored nine private gardens in the historic West End neighborhood (organizers said the turnout was the highest to date).

Proceeds will support community programs and neighborhood beautification projects.

Arvest Bank raised funds for more than 3.16 million meals Tuesday at the Arkansas Foodbank — a $55,968.65 check funded 330,820 meals for Central Arkansas — as part of its 16th annual Million Meals campaign that involved over 80 food organizations.

Westside High principal Katie Edlemon — winner of the Star-Spangled Sing-Off — now asks Jonesboro residents to vote for her in the ongoing regional round today.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host free America 250 Staycation events from June 29 to July 2 that offer hands-on crafts, STEM activities and interactive history shows at 315 W.

Oak Ave. Programs include boat building for young children on Monday, craft sessions on Tuesday, dual performances for kids and adults on Wednesday and a flag design workshop on Thursday with no registration required.

A report Tuesday from the Arkansas Department of Commerce and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that unemployment fell to 4.2% in May as the labor force grew by 1,167 and employment increased by 2,452.

Arkansas State University announced the names of students who met degree requirements and graduated during its Spring Commencement at First National Bank Arena — the list includes graduates from 45 states and 19 other countries.

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture received a $3.2M federal grant to cut nonpoint source pollution in watersheds that affect west and northwest Jonesboro.

The funding supports 18 projects and, with local partner matching, will total over $5.5M in water quality improvements.

St. Bernards Healthcare now offers LUTATHERA, a targeted therapy for GEP-NET cancer that limits damage to healthy cells.

The treatment began on June 16 to give patients in NE Arkansas a local option for advanced care — reducing long travel times.

The 14th Annual A-State Howler Run will take place on Sept.

19 at 8 a.m. on the university campus (organized by Howl’s Heroes) and is open to students and the public; registration is $30 for individuals and $125 for teams of five.

Brooks Robinson, a Hall of Fame baseball star from Little Rock, was known for his kind heart during his 23-year career with the Orioles.

His humble nature and memorable play continue to inspire local fans across Arkansas.

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.

4th Annual Better Together Conference: Little Things Matter

9 AM - 3 PM — Greene County Tech High School — Free entry — A day of encouragement and professional development for educators and foster parents focused on personal well-being and impactful support strategies.