Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
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🏘️ Community
The Purple Ribbon Project will host the 2025 Northeast Arkansas Rescue 5K Rescue Run at Craighead Forest Park in early October to benefit animal rescues including Arkansas Pet Savers, Biscuit’s Legacy and Northeast Arkansans for Animals.
Participants must register by Sept. 22 and can pick up race packets on Oct. 1—race check-in begins at 8 a.m. and the run starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4.
The City of Jonesboro announced that Main Street from Huntington Avenue to Cate Avenue will be closed Friday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. for a Downtown Block Party honoring Saturday’s A-State vs. Iowa State game — Huntington and Cate Avenues will remain open.
On September 11th, first responders gathered at NEA Baptist Conference Center for the 10th annual breakfast honoring 9/11—offering free dine-in and carryout options as a moment of remembrance.
Ty Jones from NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital said the event strengthened bonds among local responders.
🎓 Education
Today, the Arkansas State University System announced a preliminary fall enrollment increase of 7.6% with a total of 30,339 students—2,132 more than last fall—and record numbers at A-State along with strong gains at Henderson.
The report also noted rising participation in online and workforce training programs.
On Sept. 11, the Arkansas State University System reported a 7.6% increase in preliminary fall enrollment—adding 2,132 students to reach a total of 30,339—as record numbers were seen at A-State and strong gains occurred at Henderson.
Teams also reported growth in full-time, online, and two-year enrollments as they work to meet Arkansas students’ needs.
🏈 Sports
Westside volleyball beat Trumann on September 11 to open the season at 7-0 — the win boosts team confidence as they prepare for upcoming matches.
Arkansas State’s Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics announced on Sept.
11 that Nick Carroll was named Senior Associate Athletics Director for Compliance to lead the Red Wolves’ compliance efforts. Carroll, a former student-athlete with experience at Stephen F. Austin and West Virginia University—he brings valuable expertise—said he looks forward to joining the Jonesboro community and supporting the athletics department.
Bryce Gilmore, a consensus 4-star offensive lineman from Prosper, Texas (6-5, 290 pounds), has reopened his recruitment after he was committed to Arkansas on June 2.
He had narrowed his list to schools including Arkansas, Arizona State, Texas Tech, Penn State and Ole Miss and visited Arkansas and Arizona State before changing his plans.
🎉 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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