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Sunday, August 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Jonesboro hosted the Great A-State Block Party Friday, August 30th to conclude the 28th annual Paint the Town Red Week as local residents cheered on Arkansas State and celebrated the unveiling of new Red Wolf-inspired street signs. The community looked forward to Saturday’s 6 p.m. football game against Southeast Missouri while contest winners received prizes (highlighting the strong local support for A-State). The Fox 104.9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ T.J. Maxx in Jonesboro closed for cleaning after a small fire in its trash compactor and will reopen next week+ shoppers can use online options until then. K8 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Glass Menagerie cast at Arkansas Repertory Theatre staged a play with lively language that drew in the local crowd. Actor Greg Myhre called the performance a beast of a show—energizing everyone with its rich dialogue. Delta Digital News Service
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas started its universal Education Freedom Accounts program and early reports show it is on track with similar efforts in Arizona and Florida—46,503 applications were approved with final counts expected early September. Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said funding will cover every eligible student. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ The College of Veterinary Medicine at Arkansas State University added two new faculty members to its growing team in Jonesboro. Dr. Philip Johnson (professor and associate dean for professional education) and Dr. Scott Reiners (teaching associate professor of equine practice) will help expand the college. Delta Digital News Service
HOME NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State football beat SEMO in its season opener on Aug.30, and the Red Wolves showed strong play as they started their 2025 season—with fans hoping for more wins ahead. K8 News
- ➤ On Saturday night at Centennial Bank Stadium, Coach Butch Jones’ ASU team beat the SEMO Redhawks 42-24 in a season opener marked by key turnovers and strong running plays. Quarterback Jaylen Raynor threw for 345 yards and 3 touchdowns—helping the Red Wolves secure the win while a defensive player's ejection raised concerns for future games. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ Red Wolves fans and alumni gathered early at a tailgate to kick off the 2025 football season—Nick and Ellie Smith led the event with grilling and games that highlighted their long-held tradition before the game began. 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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