Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
Good morning, Jonesboro.
🏘️ Community
A 15-year-old Girl Scout in Jonesboro, AR, tackles food insecurity by creating Holiday Seasoning and Spice Kits for local food pantries as part of her project for the Girl Scout Gold Award.
The Junior Auxiliary of Jonesboro hosted a Cocoa and Coats drive to provide community members with warm clothing and hot chocolate.
The City of Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion Commission allocated $664,250 to various events and organizations for 2025, selecting from requests totaling over $1.3 million.
JoyFest 2024 in Jonesboro, Arkansas, initiates the Christmas season with family activities, music, and a community tree lighting ceremony.
🚧 Accidents
Traffic was slowed due to a crash at the intersection of Highway 49 and Craighead 792 Road/Goobertown Road in Craighead County, with normal flow resuming by 6:57 p.m.
🎭 Culture
Arts Live Theatre is set to present 'The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe,' bringing the magical realm of Narnia to life from December 12 to 15.
🏈 Sports
Jonesboro High School secured victory against De Smet Jesuit in the Barry Pruitt Hurricane Classic basketball tournament.
Happy Is a Choice, trained by John Alexander Ortiz, achieved his second consecutive stakes victory by winning the $150,000 Ring the Bell Stakes at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort.
Arkansas State volleyball beats Stephen F.
Austin 3-2 to advance to the Great 8 in the National Invitational Volleyball Championship.
The Jonesboro Varsity Lady Hurricanes defeated the Paragould Rams 43-33, improving their season record to 2-5 through effective full-court pressure.
🎉 Jonesboro Events
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MOPS Jonesboro Monthly Meeting for Moms
Experience a supportive community for mothers of preschoolers to connect, share, and grow through activities and discussions.
A Very Merry Boutique Christmas Shopping Event
This shopping event features a range of upscale holiday merchandise from various local merchants, providing a festive experience for the community.
Delta State Lady Statesmen vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves Women's Basketball
The Arkansas State Red Wolves Women's Basketball team will host the Delta State Lady Statesmen at the First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro.
PMP Certification Training in Jonesboro, AR
This comprehensive 4-day classroom training provides preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification with experienced instructors and tailored learning resources.
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