Good morning, Jonesboro.

Mallory Baker, owner of BAM (Beautiful Acquiring Minds), provides sensory-friendly haircuts to help kids with autism feel comfortable during their appointments.

The salon at 4803 E. Johnson Ave in Jonesboro offers flexible seating and break options to ease the experience.

United Way of NEA announced a total investment of $426,360 for 15 regional nonprofits on June 25 at Harmony Gardens + the funds include $266,360 in direct grants and $160,000 for its Community Connect program, which will be distributed monthly during 2027.

Nettleton Public Schools is offering free summer meals to students under 18 provided at two locations (Nettleton High and STEAM Intermediate), with an extra lunch at the elementary school to help beat rising food costs; the district has already served about 6,000 meals since the program started earlier this month.

Bloom Therapy LLC held a ribbon cutting Friday morning to celebrate its connection with the Chamber; the women's health clinic supports those facing postpartum depression and anxiety and is at 319 South Church Street Suite 105 downtown (owner Rachel Cantrell founded it based on personal challenges).

Craighead Nursing Center is hosting an open house on Tuesday, July 7 at 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 5101 Harrisburg Road to unveil its renovated wing featuring new private + semi-private rooms, a 1,300 sqft gym, a coffee bar + lounge, and updated reception areas.

Craighead County health inspectors visited the county jail cafeteria and 23 food establishments last week, finding dirty equipment, a leaking ceiling, and pest infestations of flies and gnats.

Arkansas State volleyball coach Brian Gerwig unveiled the 27-match schedule for the 2026 season including ten home games at First National Bank Arena and a historic clash with Arkansas on Sept.

18 in Jonesboro. The schedule also features preseason exhibitions in August and a robust conference slate starting Sept. 24.

Linebacker Bryce Breeden, a 3-star recruit from Bridge City, Texas, committed to Arkansas football for the 2027 class on Friday after official visits and scholarship offers from schools including TCU and Purdue — he becomes the second linebacker to pledge to the Razorbacks.

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.