Good morning, Jonesboro.

The Arvest Foundation has awarded a $4,000 grant to CASA of the 2nd Judicial District to recruit+train+support volunteers for children in foster care in Craighead, Greene and Poinsett Counties.

Kevin Hufstedler and Selena Barber from Arvest Bank presented the check to CASA leaders at a local event.

Jonesboro 911 is launching its ‘Adopt the Dispatch Center’ holiday drive—inviting residents to donate gift baskets, meals, crafts, or thank-you cards to honor local dispatchers.

The department will coordinate drop-off dates as a simple way to acknowledge the teams that keep the community safe year-round.

Entergy Arkansas is urging residents to stay safe while decorating their homes for the holiday season—experts warn that inspecting lights, cords, and tree setups is key to preventing falls and electrical hazards that cause many injuries each year.

Country music singer Gary Allan will perform in Jonesboro on March 26 at First National Bank Arena—tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. with a presale on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Gas prices in Arkansas dropped more than 9 cents last week as the average for regular unleaded fell to $2.53 per gallon based on GasBuddy’s survey of 1,826 stations — analysts say refinery maintenance and increased oil production by OPEC helped drive the decline, giving drivers extra savings during the holiday season.

Arkansas highway crews are treating roads with salt brine—especially in the northeast—to prevent freezing rain as winter weather sets in, and officials advise drivers to check the forecast before heading out.

JRN has partnered with local animal shelters to launch Pets of the Week — a series that highlights pets needing homes — and offers details on Gidget, a 16-week-old mix weighing 19 lbs, and Augustus, an 8-week-old domestic short hair who is up to date on vaccines.

These animals are available for adoption and foster care through area rescues.

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.

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.