Good morning, Jonesboro.

Sonny Hunt, a local musician loved for his mentoring and music, died Thursday at the Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House at age 68 after battling dementia.

A visitation is held today from 1:30–3:00 p.m. at Emerson Funeral Home and a burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery after a brief service.

On September 27th, the Foundation for Jonesboro Public Schools awarded more than $50,000 in grants to teachers across the district.

The organization received over $120,000 in applications and ensured each school received at least one grant—its largest award to date.

Local farmers have dealt with long work hours, isolation, and heavy physical labor, and years of low profits have added financial stress that is worsening their mental health—pushing some to the brink.

They will face ongoing struggles as economic pressures continue to rise.

Federal data show that more Arkansas children lacked health insurance in 2024 as the rate rose from 6.7% in 2023 to 7.7% last year—placing the state tied for the 13th-highest increase in the nation.

The Red Wolves women's and men's basketball teams held their preseason tip practice on September 27th as players and coaches worked on drills and teamwork to prepare for the season.

University of Arkansas receiver Raylen Sharpe said he is not swayed by Notre Dame's famous brand as his team prepares for Saturday's 11 a.m. game where the Fighting Irish will make their first appearance in the state.

Coach Sam Pittman and center Caden Kitler stressed the need for focused play following recent losses—aiming to boost the Razorbacks' running and overall offense.

The Red Wolves baseball team held a fall intrasquad scrimmage on September 27 — coaches used the event to evaluate players for the upcoming season.

At the UA Board of Trustees meeting Friday, Razorbacks athletics director Hunter Yurachek clarified his remarks from the Little Rock Touchdown Club and said the football program is not as well positioned as other sports for a national championship because of less financial backing. Trustees from Jonesboro and Fayetteville affirmed their support for improvements in the football program.

In a packed edition of Red Wolves Live, Charles reported from Monroe—Arkansas State football lost to ULM 28-16 and Chris shared updates from preseason practices for the women’s and men’s basketball teams; the show also covered volleyball splitting a series at Georgia State and Saturday’s baseball fall scrimmage.

Arkansas State football lost 28 to 16 to ULM on Saturday—leaving the team with a 1 to 4 record after Brandon Greil returned an interception for a touchdown before ULM took control in the second half.

The Red Wolves will host Texas State next Saturday at 3:00 p.m. on ESPNU.

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.

Rocktober Fest with Scotty Austin

1-4:30 p.m. — Brickhouse Bar & Grill — Tickets TBA — Experience a high-energy night of rock music and entertainment headlined by Scotty Austin.