Good morning, Jonesboro.

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center at Arkansas State University will host three free seminars in September to help local business owners learn to start and fund their businesses — Laura Miller leads a session on Sept.

11 at Cherokee Village Innovation Hub, Robert Bahn presents on Sept. 16 in Blytheville, and Destiny Adams offers guidance on Sept. 17 in Walnut Ridge, with registration required.

State prosecutors nolle prossed charges against Lacey Justin Barber for supplying fentanyl that led to an inmate's death at the Craighead County Detention Center after a federal indictment was secured—his federal trial will begin July 28, 2026.

On Aug. 28th, the College of Veterinary Medicine at A-State added two new faculty members; Dr. Philip Johnson became professor and associate dean for professional education while Dr. Scott Reiners became teaching associate professor of equine practice.

The college will complete its 56,000-square-foot facility in spring and open it in fall for its first cohort (120 students) as it prepares to deliver hands-on veterinary training for regional needs.

Jonesboro Youth Trap Team earned many awards at the 2025 AIM Grand National Trapshooting Championships in July, with head coach Joey Glaub calling it their best performance yet+25 students competed in five squads in Sparta, IL from July 26 to 28 and now practice at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex to prepare for future events. This success marks a new high for the team in national competition.

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.