Good morning, Jonesboro.

Tarah Richardson has been named editor-in-chief of JonesboroRightNow.com today—current editor Rachel Rudd will serve as chief reporter while Nena Zimmer remains a contributing writer.

A Jonesboro woman asked for help on Facebook so her niece, Scotland, could have a proper sixth birthday at Chuck E.

Cheese, and officers from the police department surprised her at the party after her family faced a flat tire. A Good Samaritan also helped drive the family to the celebration, and the event showed a strong display of local community support.

Cool mornings and warm afternoons made for ideal gardening weather even though it is a bit dry—one local gardener refilled his water garden, planted over 100 bulbs with his family, and checked on summer blooms that are still strong after a brief freeze.

He watered his pots and restarted his sprinkler system to prepare for colder days ahead.

Head Coach Ryan Pannone, Royal Blue, and Jaxon Ellingsworth spoke after the Red Wolves won over CBC on November 16, sharing their brief reactions to the game.

Arkansas Razorbacks lost 23-22 to LSU on Saturday after they gave up a 14-0 lead, leaving interim coach Bobby Petrino frustrated with the team's play.

The team will work to secure a win in their upcoming game against Texas at 2:30 p.m. Saturday—hoping to break their losing streak and improve their record.

Santa Shuffle

6:30 PM — Joe Mack Campbell Park — Free entry — Enjoy a festive stroll through Jonesboro in holiday spirit.

23rd Annual Duck Classic

7 p.m. — First National Bank Arena — Ticketed event — Celebrate with a charity banquet followed by a fun-filled duck hunting experience for a great cause.