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Sunday, August 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members, friends and volunteers of LifeQuest of Arkansas held an ice cream social — to beat the summer heat — on Aug. 13 at Second Presbyterian Church. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ Athletes competed in United Way's annual Batting for a Better Tomorrow softball tournament in Jonesboro as dozens of families joined a day of games and local support, with profits funding community programs. The event started over 10 years ago and featured a home run derby and dunk tank (highlights that engaged both players and fans) that brought the community together. K8 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Caraway man was held on a $100,000 cash bond after he violated sex offender reporting rules by driving a vehicle not listed in his registry and living too near a park—he is set for a court hearing on Oct 14 and must wear a GPS ankle monitor upon release. Jonesboro Right Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Nicolas Khattar joined St. Bernards Medical Center on Aug. 23 after finishing his fellowship in brain blood flow treatments in Memphis—he now offers mechanical thrombectomy to treat strokes and expand care options for local patients. His background in spine surgeries and strong research skills add valuable expertise to the hospital's team. Jonesboro Right Now
HOME NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State University’s Shooting Sports Club won awards at the AIM Grand National Trapshooting Championships in Sparta, IL on Aug. 23. The team scored 981/1000 — finishing second in A class and tying for fourth in the Junior Gold category — while Cole Cureton and Hunter Walpole earned trophies in the Handicap, Singles and High All Around Championships. Jonesboro Right Now
- ➤ Arkansas State Quarterback Jaylen Raynor talked about his first visit to Jonesboro on August 23 and shared positive impressions about local fans—he expressed excitement for upcoming games in town. K8 News
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Jon Pardi Concert at First National Bank Arena
7-8:30 p.m. — First National Bank Arena — Tickets from $45 — Get ready for an energetic night with country star Jon Pardi in Jonesboro.
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