Good morning, Jonesboro.

The Family Crisis Center received a donation of non-perishable food from the Rotary Club of Jonesboro at its recent luncheon meeting.

The donation will help the center serve three meals a day to survivors and residential clients amid rising needs in the community.

The NHS EAST Program will host its Unified by Service Veterans Day Program and Luncheon on November 6th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Bernards Auditorium at 505 E.

Washington Ave—guest speakers, a video tribute to the late Richard Carvell, and provided food and drinks will honor U.S. service members, with reservations required by Oct. 31.

Executive Director Casey Kidd of the Family Crisis Center spoke Tuesday at the Rotary Club about support services available to domestic violence survivors—highlighting a 24/7 hotline, emergency shelter, mental health therapy, and legal advocacy that have helped local families for 39 years. The center reminded listeners that survivors are not alone during Domestic Violence Awareness Month and stressed that help is always available.

The Salvation Army of Jonesboro is now accepting online applications for its 2025 Angel Tree Christmas program.

There are 100 slots available – applicants must submit required documents including a birth certificate, photo ID, and proof of income.

Jonesboro will host the 78th Annual Christmas Parade on Dec.

5 from 7 to 9 p.m. as it returns to Main Street with a Sweet Treats on Main Street theme (A Candy Christmas) featuring floats, walkers, vehicles and a Performance Zone by the Courthouse, while entries compete for awards and must register by Nov. 28 at 5 p.m.

Harley-Davidson of Jonesboro is hosting the Together for Her Car and Motorcycle Show this Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oliver Street to support NEA Baptist's free mammogram program - food will be available from the Rack Pack BBQ truck with plates for purchase.

St. Bernards Healthcare held a grand opening on Tuesday for its new rehab clinic in Paragould where a ribbon-cutting with the local Chamber of Commerce invited residents to tour the remodeled facility.

The clinic at 1725 West Kingshighway, Suit 17A offered physical therapy and sports medicine and operated Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. + Friday from 7 a.m. to noon.

CRA beat Flippin in the semifinals of the 3A East Volleyball Regional on October 21—pushing the team into the championship round.

The win marked an important step in the regional tournament.

Tight end Kade Bush reopened his recruitment Tuesday after pledging to the Razorbacks on March 27, making him the 10th commitment to reverse his decision following former coach Sam Pittman’s firing — Bush, a 3-star player from Chanhassen High School, considered offers from Kansas State, Washington State and Wyoming as the Razorbacks secured 14 pledges for the 2026 class.

The Arkansas State football team will play Troy on Nov.

1 with a nationally televised contest on ESPNU—marking their fourth game on national TV this season. They will host Georgia Southern for Homecoming on Oct. 25 with kickoff set for 6 p.m. on ESPN+.

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.

Bobby Brown Tribute Evening

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Legends BBQ Smokehouse — Food and drinks available — Experience a high-energy tribute to R&B legend Bobby Brown featuring live music and stunning performances.

Hytrol Industrial Park 5K/10K

9 a.m. — Hytrol — Registration fee — Support local health initiatives while enjoying a scenic run/walk in Jonesboro.

Paving the Promise 5K

3 PM — 1601 James St, Jonesboro, AR — Entry fee applies — Participate in a charity run benefiting local women's recovery programs.