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Jonesboro
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new outdoor space including a dog park, amphitheater, and beach volleyball court is planned on Cate Avenue in downtown Jonesboro by developers Ted and Amanda Herget with Math Investments. Construction will begin soon with completion expected next summer — the project is designed by Martin Smith to blend modern architecture with natural surroundings. K8 News
- ➤ Arkansas State University hosts 'Meet Me on Main' in downtown Jonesboro today at 5:30 for Homecoming festivities featuring live music, local food + family-friendly activities. The event marks the kickoff of a weekend full of campus and city celebrations. Northeast Arkansas News
- ➤ The Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council canceled its Boo in the Boro event to support the Jonesboro Police Department’s Trunk or Treat Block Party on Oct 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Matthews and Union in downtown Jonesboro—MYAC volunteers will serve as contest judges and manage booths while earning community service hours with participants automatically enrolled from the canceled event. Jonesboro Right Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KASU 91.9 FM launches the 'We Shall Overcome' photo exhibit honoring Civil Rights Trail sites with images by photographer Art Meripol. He will lead free educational talks at 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.—and an art talk from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.—on Wednesday, Oct.29 at the A-State Humanities and Social Sciences Building. Jonesboro Right Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Central Arkansas Library System received a $55,000 grant on Thursday to fund its digital literacy efforts and help boost digital learning programs in the community. Delta Digital News Service
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A national nonprofit moved its headquarters from New York to Jonesboro—celebrating its 25th anniversary with the Mattress and Pink Bag event that helps breast cancer survivors. The event draws participants from several states and continues until October 31. K8 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas State men's basketball head coach Ryan Pannone announced details for a Thanksgiving Clinic that will be held on Nov. 25 at First National Bank Arena. Campers from kindergarten through sixth grade will check in at 8:30 a.m.—the clinic runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and offers skills instruction, an official camp t-shirt, a team poster, and a free ticket to the Nov. 28 game against North Dakota State. Jonesboro Right Now
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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.
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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.
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Hytrol Industrial Park 5K/10K
9 a.m. — Hytrol — Registration fee — Support local health initiatives while enjoying a scenic run/walk in Jonesboro.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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