Good morning, Jonesboro.

The Greene County Community Christmas marked its 15th year today in Paragould by offering a free hot meal and a welcoming spot for local residents (with guests from Jonesboro, Trumann, and Bay), relying on volunteers to build a lasting community tradition.

Fred Denison and his family have created a vintage Christmas light display on Walter D Road in Southside using refurbished decorations and new elements like a windmill.

His project, started in 1995, continues to bring holiday cheer & charm to local visitors.

Sandra Vinson enlisted help to finish a quilt she began 25 years ago+ she completed it in time for Christmas and will display the treasured family heirloom at her home today.

Nick Meurrier, an Arkansas State alumnus, donated $30,000 to establish a scholarship for full-time Arkansas residents entering the College of Veterinary Medicine at A-State.

The scholarship will support students with an interest in emerging veterinary science and technology.

A-State student Loren Coleman, a recipient of the Benjamin A.

Gilman International Scholarship + a $3,000 supplemental award, will spend her summer in Taiwan studying Chinese at Chung Yuan Christian University as she prepares for a future in museum work and ancient history.

State grants will help victim services agencies cover some losses from a federal funding cut, but local child advocacy center leaders say a long-term strategy is needed to address remaining gaps.

Jonesboro will receive a Trendsetter award next month for its Park Ranger program, which supports park safety and community events in more than two dozen sites.

The Arkansas Municipal League will present the award to honor the city’s commitment to public safety and environmental stewardship.

Licensed Psychological Examiner Daniel Wysocki says many experience increased loneliness during the holidays and advises self-care through trying new activities (like checking out a local coffee shop or joining an online group) to foster connection and hope.

Families in Jonesboro celebrated several Christmas Eve traditions yesterday as they prepared for the arrival of Santa.

Children baked cookies, decorated gingerbread houses, attended church services, and set out special treats (like reindeer food) to welcome Christmas morning.

On Christmas Eve, shoppers in Jonesboro and Paragould filled supermarket parking lots—picking up food, drinks, and last-minute gifts.

Most businesses closed for the holiday and planned to reopen on Friday.

Valley View boys beat Gosnell 64-52 — the final score in the 2025 NEA Tournament game on Dec.

24.

Rivercrest’s boys basketball team defeated Tuckerman by a score of 55 to 46 in the NEA Tournament on Wednesday, Dec.

24 — a competitive game that highlighted their strong teamwork.

Westside (boys) beat ICC 61-48 in the NEA Tournament on Dec.

24. The game showed strong teamwork and added a key win for Westside ahead of upcoming matchups.

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