Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
Good morning, Jonesboro.
🚨 Crime
Police arrested Roel Ibanez, a Texas man, after he ran over a local man at a hotel on Gilmore Drive on Aug.16 and nearly amputated his foot—witnesses said he grabbed the victim’s wallet before fleeing, and he now faces charges for first-degree battery and leaving the scene with personal injury, with a court appearance set for Sept.30.
🎭 Culture
The Bradbury Art Museum at Arkansas State University will host the exhibitions 'Echoes of Silent Migration' and 'Taking Up Space' with a free opening reception at 5—7 p.m. on Aug.
21 and a 6 Points panel discussion at 4 p.m., while 'Stil/Leven, Still/Even' will continue through Nov. 5.
📰 Economy
A GasBuddy survey shows Arkansas drivers now pay $2.69 per gallon for regular unleaded as prices dropped 6.5 cents, and experts advise prices will remain near current levels until Labor Day— though a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine may lower oil prices further.
🎓 Education
The Westside School District School Board approved plans and funding on Monday evening for a high school addition that will extend the building's front to Highway 91.
The project will cost about $15 million—using funds from several sources that total over $21 million despite higher estimates.
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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.
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