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Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro Police and Animal Control rescued a week-old kitten trapped in a storm drain last week — the kitten, now named Rain, is cared for by an officer. Northeast Arkansas News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State prosecutor Sonia Hagood paused charges against Jonesboro man Lacey Justin Barber, Jr.—accused of giving fentanyl that led to inmate Danial Robinson’s death on July 24—as her office coordinated with federal partners while Barber serves an 11-year sentence and awaits a federal trial set for July. NEA Report
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five graduates from Arkansas State will be honored as Emerging Young Alumni for making big contributions to the school and community at a luncheon starting at 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 24 at the Cooper Alumni Center — 2600 Alumni Blvd. NEA Report
- ➤ Today, Arkansas State University and NYITCOM at A-State launched the Freshman to Physician Pathway in Jonesboro to give more students the chance to start training as doctors—officials say the program will offer hands-on learning opportunities throughout the course of study. Jonesboro Sun
- ➤ The A-State Alumni Association—working with the Student Philanthropy Council—announced five Emerging Young Alumni award winners chosen for their contributions to A-State and the community. They will be honored at an 11:30 a.m. luncheon on Oct. 24 at the Cooper Alumni Center in Jonesboro. Jonesboro Right Now
HOME NEWS
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LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A rising cost of living has pushed families in Jonesboro to seek affordable ways to spend time together. Local libraries, parks, and community theaters offer free or low-cost activities—providing budget-friendly options for family outings. Jonesboro Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State will open its football season today at Centennial Bank Stadium in Jonesboro against Southeast Missouri State as it looks to improve on last year’s win total. Coach Butch Jones said the team has returning stars like quarterback Jaylen Raynor and wide receiver Corey Rucker and new players who will earn their spots— which may change the lineup as the season starts. Delta Digital News Service
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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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