Good morning, Jonesboro.

Mississippi County will host a fall cleanup event at the Mississippi County Landfill in Luxora this Friday and Saturday, Sept.

11 — 12. Residents can drop off unwanted trash at no cost from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and municipalities will receive a 50% discount on disposal fees.

A tax auction in Craighead, Mississippi, and Poinsett counties raised almost $707K as 167 of 205 delinquent parcels were sold, according to Commissioner Tommy Land.

The funds are returned to local governments to support roads, schools, and other services.

As summer heat continues during the day, Arkansas boaters and anglers head to calm lakes after dark, and AGFC advises checking gear on shore+using Coast Guard-approved navigation lights, ensuring children wear life jackets, and carrying water to stay hydrated.

Brookland All-State softball player Amiyah Currie committed to Kansas on Sep.

6, 2026, marking a key step in her athletic journey + local fans are excited to see her join the Jayhawks. She will continue her impressive high school record as she transitions to college softball.

Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield previewed the Razorbacks' Week 2 game at Utah during a press conference, saying his team is preparing for a tough contest.

The coach emphasized strategy as his team aims to compete strongly in the upcoming matchup.

Head Coach Butch Jones held a press conference at the Sun Belt media availability on Sept.

5 after Arkansas State lost 42-24 to Memphis. He answered reporters' questions and stressed that the team will work to improve (his remarks focused on learning from the game).