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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas launched Hunger Action Month yesterday in Jonesboro—Panda Express donated 20% of Monday sales to support local families in need. Northeast Arkansas News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ASBTDC at Arkansas State University is offering free in-person seminars and consulting sessions for small business owners to learn about starting and funding businesses in September. The events include a seminar led by Laura Miller on Sept. 11 at Cherokee Village Innovation Hub from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—a seminar by Robert Bahn on Sept. 16 at Blytheville Farmers Bank and Trust—and a consulting session by Destiny Adams on Sept. 17 in Walnut Ridge that requires registration due to limited space. Mix 106.3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ashley McBryde will perform with Dwight Yoakam and Walker Montgomery on Friday, September 5th at 7 p.m. at the First National Bank Arena—marking her homecoming as a local favorite who grew up nearby and attended Arkansas State University. The Fox 104.9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Emma Jacobs of St. Bernards Urology said one in eight men may get prostate cancer and that early detection with a PSA blood test and a digital exam is key. Men are advised to start screening at age 50 while those at higher risk begin earlier, and free tests will be offered at St. Bernards’ Men’s Health Day on Sept. 19 — an event that gives screening and health advice. Jonesboro Right Now
HOME NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State Head Coach Butch discussed the strength of local prep programs and stressed that Arkansas prep players are a key part of his recruiting strategy. He made these remarks after his team beat SEMO in their season opener—highlighting a focus on rising talent. K8 News
- ➤ Arkansas State football is set to clash with the University of Arkansas in its first gridiron matchup at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock Saturday at 4 p.m.—fans expect a historic contest as Arkansas plays its final game under its current stadium contract. Northeast Arkansas News
- ➤ Arkansas State and Arkansas will face off in their first-ever in-state showdown on Saturday, Sept. 6 at 4 p.m. at War Memorial Stadium—fans from both teams have planned events such as a downtown Howlin’ Hour for the Red Wolves and multiple pregame tailgates for Razorback supporters with security screenings and clear bag policies enforced. Jonesboro Right Now
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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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Better to be too early and have to try again, than be too late and have to catch up.
~ Paul Graham
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