Good morning, Jonesboro.

Craighead County Community Foundation awarded four Strategic Impact Grants totaling $253,545 to area nonprofits as part of its 25th anniversary celebration, supporting local services and community growth.

Rex Nelson interviewed Jessica Hughes Ford, President and CEO of Arkansas Community Foundation, on the latest Southern Fried Podcast.

She explained how the foundation directs charitable dollars to help local non-profits overcome industry challenges.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the unveiling of a new downtown mural at Stage Too on Main Street after local artist Cody Crittenden painted the work on the McDaniel Law Firm brick wall.

The mural spells out 'JONESBORO' to show the city’s arts, sports, education, first responders, industry and agriculture.

Educators will attend the 54th Annual Early Childhood Education Conference “Simple Experiences, Lasting Impact” (at Red Wolf Convention Center on the A-State campus) from Tuesday, Aug.

4 to Wednesday, Aug. 5. Registration is open until Monday, July 27 with fees of $75 for one day or $130 for the full event.

AGFC urges the public to report suspected cases of New World screwworm in domestic animals by contacting the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission or the Department of Agriculture, as no wildlife cases have been confirmed in the state.

Dr. Catherine Love warns against home treatment to avoid worsening animal health.

City crews are upgrading the tornado siren system by reprogramming those south of Nettleton Avenue, with sirens expected back as early as July 10 (work might continue today).

Next, crews will move north as part of a plan to expand coverage and improve alerts.

Local chefs raised over $150,000 for No Kid Hungry during Chefs Cycle 2026 in Oregon, uniting the culinary community to fight child hunger.

They urged Gov. Sanders and Sen. Boozman to protect SNAP by delaying cost shifts so kids get free meals — a vital push for neighbors.

Doctors at St. Bernards in Jonesboro report an increase in Alpha-gal syndrome this summer, a condition caused by lone star tick bites that trigger meat allergies.

Patients show symptoms like hives+ upset stomach, and experts stress early diagnosis to guide care.

Jonesboro homes are selling for about $250,000 (nearly half the national average of $440,000), which a local realtor said reflects a balanced market for buyers and sellers.

Many buyers from out-of-state are attracted by affordability and are finding good deals in the area.

A-State men’s basketball coach Ryan Pannone announced new roles for his staff ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Assistant Coaches Jordan Fair and Hayden Sowers become associate head coaches while Max Thorpe is named an assistant coach.

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.