Good morning, Jonesboro.

Jonesboro High School will perform Chicago: Teen Edition in 2026 after past attempts were canceled due to licensing issues and the COVID-19 pandemic + school officials said auditions later this year will select cast members with a strong work ethic for a family-friendly production.

Jonesboro pools will shift to weekend-only hours from 1 to 6 p.m. starting Sunday, Aug.

10—changes due to the start of school—and the City posted the update on Facebook.

Craighead County Sheriff Marty Boyd announced today he will not seek re-election after a 34-year law enforcement career that included 13 years as sheriff; he thanked the community and his family for support and will finish his term—ensuring a smooth transition to new leadership.

Jonesboro will host a low-cost pet vaccination clinic on Saturday, Aug.16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the clinic, led by Laura Dacus, DVM and sponsored by Jonesboro Animal Services and NAFA Rescue, will charge $10 per shot and requires registration by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug.12.

The Arkansas State women’s basketball team released its 18-game Sun Belt Conference schedule on Aug.

7 with nine home and nine away contests — including a two-game homestand starting with ULM on Dec. 17 — and season tickets remain on sale.

A-State Red Wolves Volleyball vs North Alabama

2:00 – 3:30 PM — First National Bank Arena — Check for ticket prices — Watch the Red Wolves battle it out in a thrilling volleyball match.