Tuesday, November 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hytrol Industrial Park 5K/10K scheduled for Nov. 16 aims to engage the community and support the Jonesboro Church Health Center with all proceeds from the event. Mix 106.3
- ➤ Jonesboro officials unveiled a new trolley bus and the MLK Bike Trail to enhance connectivity between downtown and Arkansas State University. The Fox 104.9
- ➤ Wood Street in Jonesboro will be closed from Nov. 2 to Nov. 16 for drainage improvement works, with traffic rerouted to ensure smooth travel. The Fox 104.9
- ➤ Jonesboro local news features adoptable pets of the week and highlights ways the community can support animal shelters. Jonesboro Right Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man from Clay County died in a single-vehicle accident in Jonesboro, as per Arkansas State Police reports. Jonesboro Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A McDonald’s employee in Jonesboro was arrested for distributing explicit content of a minor. K8 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gwennette Confer has been appointed as the director of student engagement and outreach at the Women’s Business Leadership Center at Arkansas State University, aiming to strengthen connections and broaden opportunities for students in leadership development. The Fox 104.9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Craighead County Clerk Mary Dawn Marshall clarified at a Quorum Court meeting that residents with a Jonesboro ZIP code but living outside city limits cannot vote in the mayoral election, due to Arkansas law. The Fox 104.9
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ridge Riders, a boys' mountain biking team from Jonesboro Composite High School, clinched the Arkansas NICA State Championship, overcoming 33 teams across the state and one from Oklahoma. Mix 106.3
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Magic Gathering Night at Bradbury Art Museum
Experience a casual game night of Magic the Gathering amidst the inspiring artwork at the Bradbury Art Museum.
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A-State Red Wolves Volleyball vs. South Alabama Jaguars
Experience the excitement as the Arkansas State Red Wolves take on the South Alabama Jaguars in a thrilling volleyball match at First National Bank Arena.
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South Alabama Jaguars vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves Women's Volleyball Match
Experience an exciting match between the South Alabama Jaguars and the Arkansas State Red Wolves women's volleyball teams at the First National Bank Arena.
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Arkansas Little Rock Trojans vs Arkansas State Red Wolves Men's Basketball Game
Experience the excitement of college basketball as the Arkansas Little Rock Trojans take on the Arkansas State Red Wolves at the First National Bank Arena.
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REO Speedwagon Live Concert
Experience the classic rock sounds of REO Speedwagon and Loverboy live at First National Bank Arena.
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Workshop on Image Embedding and Acrylic Techniques at Bradbury Art Museum
Experience hands-on exploration of acrylic painting techniques and image embedding while engaging with contemporary art and discussions led by experts.
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Mindful Movement Yoga Class with Professor Nikki Arnell
Experience a Hatha Flow yoga class suitable for beginners to intermediate practitioners at the Bradbury Art Museum, guided by a certified instructor.
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A-State Red Wolves Football vs Louisiana-Monroe
Experience an exciting Sun Belt West matchup as Arkansas State hosts Louisiana-Monroe at Centennial Bank Stadium.
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DAV Turkey Trot 5K Run
Experience a community-focused 5K run on the scenic campus of Arkansas State University, perfect for fitness enthusiasts and families alike.
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Old Dominion vs. Arkansas State Football Game
Experience an exciting college football matchup as Old Dominion takes on Arkansas State at Centennial Bank Stadium.
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