Good morning, Jonesboro.

Traffic backed up along Aggie Road as hundreds arrived at the Judd Hill Farmers Market on Saturday.

The event marked its 20th-anniversary as shoppers enjoyed local produce, meats, and handmade crafts in outdoor tents and an indoor building.

Arvest Bank announced its 16th annual Million Meals campaign, raising a record $633,513 + donating $13,927.82 to the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas to help provide over 3.16 million meals across four states.

The campaign runs from April to May to support local pantries during the summer.

America 250 Freedom Fest will be held on Saturday, July 4 at Arkansas State University campus.

The free event features a show and shine at 4 p.m., a cornhole tournament, a Delta Symphony concert at 7 p.m., and a 9:30 p.m. fireworks display—honoring America’s 250th birthday.

Thirty-three A-State faculty earned the nationally recognized ACUE Effective Teaching certification after completing a year-long professional development program — reinforcing the university’s commitment to evidence-based teaching — and bring the total to 136 certified educators in Jonesboro.

Triple-digit heat is expected to raise electric bills this week as energy use increases in Jonesboro (North Arkansas Electric CEO Mel Coleman advises residents to adjust thermostats and use ceiling fans to save power).

Valley View head baseball coach Josh Allison was named one of the American Baseball Coaches Association's national coaches of the year today, recognizing his leadership and dedication to the sport.

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.