Good morning, Jonesboro.

Jonesboro Public Library invites locals to the free Looking Ahead with Vision Speaker Series event in the Round Room at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov.

5. Local leaders from government, education, and community development will discuss growth, strategic partnerships, and community investment to shape the city’s future.

Travis Woodruff, a referee in Hoxie who suffered a heart attack while officiating Friday night, said he was feeling better on Monday and thanked the coach, trainer, and emergency staff – crediting their quick actions with saving his life.

The Northeast Arkansas Humane Society spotlights Froth and Jed for adoption in Jonesboro; Froth, a 25-week-old cat who recovered from a cold, and gentle giant Jed from the Clampett litter are ready to join a new family (check shelter guidelines for details).

At Cajun Fest on Friday evening, guests gathered at Harmony Gardens to enjoy Cajun cuisine, live music, and a silent auction that raised funds for survivors of abuse.

Event chair Kyla Montgomery said the festival outgrew last year’s backyard setting to boost support for the NEA Family Crisis Center.

The Foundation of Arts and Holidays for the Cure announced the *House of Villains* Halloween experience coming soon downtown Jonesboro to offer families themed fun with creative activities.

Gas prices fell statewide today according to AAA, which said that supply and demand have lowered costs.

Jonesboro drivers may notice lower pump prices when they fill up next time + AAA advises shoppers to monitor local rates.

A-State student Jessica Harvey won first place at the SWAAG conference for her paper 'Mapping the Coral-Algae Transition Along Coconut Beach, Dominica,' boosting Arkansas State University's innovative research program and opportunities for future projects.

Craighead County remains at high risk for wildfires amid a historic drought that has gripped the area.

Judge Marvin Day said local fire crews are on alert and that a burn ban may be imposed if dangerous weather is forecast.

A-State professor Chiqian Zhang received over $175,000 in funding on Monday, Oct.

19 to study anaerobic digestion — a method that turns waste into renewable energy. His work aims to boost the efficiency of waste-to-energy systems.

Arkansas State men's basketball guards Taylor and Ferguson earned Preseason All-Sun Belt honors and the Red Wolves topped the coaches poll announced Monday.

Taylor, coming from Murray State and Central Arkansas, and Ferguson (from Augustana) boost the team's outlook for the season.

Arkansas State basketball guard Crislyn Rose was named the Sun Belt’s Preseason Player of the Year and to the Preseason First Team, and the Red Wolves ranked third in the coaches’ poll; the team opens its season on Monday, Nov.

2 at Ball State.