Good morning, Jonesboro.

NEA Game Fest will be the largest event in its nine-year history when it starts at 9 a.m. on Thursday, July 17 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center—hosting over 100 gaming activities from board games to role-playing games.

The four-day festival will benefit the Friends of the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library—supporting local games and community events.

Jonesboro police said yesterday that a man injured in the 300 block of North Allis Street suffered severe lacerations during an altercation rather than a gunshot—he is still receiving treatment while investigators seek a person of interest.

On July 2, Jonesboro police arrested 20-year-old James Earl Tobar after he allegedly strangled his mother's cat during a mental crisis at the 1300 block of Loberg Lane—he appeared in court on July 7 and will return for bail on Wednesday after a mandated mental health evaluation.

Arkansas State University announced the creation of the John Baine MPA Excellence Endowment Fund, a $50,000 donation from alumnus John Baine—’95 and ’97—that will provide MPA students with professional development opportunities.

The fund will help students attend conferences, workshops and training to improve their career readiness.

The Arkansas Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program opened its summer program Monday to help low-income households cover electricity and gas bills+ including cooling costs during the hot summer months.

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.