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Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jonesboro local business owners say Small Business Saturday is crucial for their yearly success—many depend on the event for high community support—and they expect residents to boost local shops by shopping locally. K8 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Education reported that $12.3 million in Educational Freedom Accounts funds went unused during the 2024 to 2025 school year—about 13.1% of the $93.8 million allotted—and these funds rolled over into roughly 12,460 student accounts. A Jonesboro mother set to receive nearly $14,000 in funds said that over half of her money was expected to remain unspent and would stay in her account until the program rules ended the rollover. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ Arkansas State University will host Giving Tuesday on December 2 to support students by uniting the Red Wolves community—this campus-wide event will encourage future donations and volunteer efforts. Jonesboro Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri defeated Arkansas 31-17 on Saturday as Ahmad Hardy ran for 149 yards and a touchdown and Jamal Roberts added 100 rushing yards and a score—Missouri amassed 322 rushing yards while Arkansas ended the season winless and remains without a head coach following the firing of Sam Pittman. K8 News
- ➤ Arkansas State won 30—29 when Appalachian State’s kicker Dominic De Freitas missed his 45-yard field goal as time expired at Kidd Brewer Stadium, earning the team a bowl berth—ensuring they are bowl eligible for the third straight season. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ On Saturday, the Arkansas Razorbacks lost 31-17 to Missouri and tied a record with 10 straight losses—finishing the season 2-10 without a conference win. The team will name a permanent head coach soon—reports link candidate Alex Golesh to the job. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ Hayti lost to Putnam County 53-22 in a Friday night football game on November 28—this result marked a significant setback for the team. K8 News
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Santa Shuffle
6:30 PM — Joe Mack Campbell Park — Free entry — Enjoy a festive stroll through Jonesboro in holiday spirit.
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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.
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Live at the 501 Steakhouse
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — 501 Steakhouse — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of new tunes and classic covers in a cozy Arkansas setting.
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