Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
Good morning, Jonesboro.
🎭 Culture
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host a DIY ’90s Pop-Tart Lightswitch Plates event for adults on September 12 from 4:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the Round Room at 315 West Oak Avenue.
Participants will create radical lightswitch covers inspired by the ’90s — registration is required — to join the creative program.
🏛️ Government
Arkansas state government's revenue collections rose by $48.5 million in August as higher individual income and sales tax receipts pushed the total to $653.1 million—a record 8% increase from last year.
Officials noted the strong tax collections drove the growth.
🏥 Health
Jonesboro will host a low-cost pet vaccination clinic on Sept.
20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration closes at 5 p.m. on Sept. 16 & the clinic location will be provided after preregistration.
🏈 Sports
Rex Nelson has shared his college football Week 2 picks and said that Arkansas will win 42–30 against Arkansas State at War Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
He also noted other match-ups in the conference — his forecasts offer local fans clear insight into the games ahead.
🎉 Jonesboro Events
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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.
Tobymac & Mercyme Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — First National Bank Arena — Ticket information available — Experience the dynamic sounds of TobyMac and MercyMe at a night of inspiring music.
A-State Red Wolves Volleyball vs Southern Miss
12:00 – 2:30 p.m. — Arkansas State University Gym — Tickets available — Watch the A-State Red Wolves take on Southern Miss in an exciting volleyball match.
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