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Hey Jonesboro, hope your week’s off to a good start! A faith-fueled caregiving journey, free Royals simulcast, Darwin Day on extinction and de-extinction, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Faith-fueled caregiving journey: A Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner, Beajai Vanwinkle, is credited with changing lives, including 8-year-old Lawson Cagle’s, after answering a family’s prayer and becoming his nurse, while leading church outreach — read the full story.
New pipeline for animal care: A-State and ASU Beebe are exploring a partnership between A-State’s vet school and Arkansas’ only vet tech program, pending accreditation, to address statewide veterinarian shortage as classes start this fall — see what’s being planned.
Broadcasts spotlight community impact: K8 will simulcast select Kansas City Royals games this season, free over the air in up to 18 markets, including a free home opener for the first time since 2007 — get all the details.
Partnership boosts educational opportunities: NYITCOM at Arkansas State has partnered with SOFtoSOM to support military veterans pursuing medical careers, bringing added assistance and connections for service members in Jonesboro and across the region — get all the details.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🫶 We got your back
Fossils from vanished native wildlife: Arkansas State University’s 4th annual Darwin Day features an exhibit at the A-State Museum in Jonesboro open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A panel, Darwin Day Extinction and De-Extinction, happens tomorrow, Wednesday, February 11. Keynote speaker Dr. Gregory Kaebnick will discuss ethics of reviving extinct species. See what’s planned and when.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
Helping children fight illness: Make-A-Wish Mid-South’s 28th annual Have a Heart Wish-a-Thon is gearing up across Northeast Arkansas. Organizers are seeking volunteers to help staff roadblocks for the day-long fundraiser. Money raised stays in 10 counties, and last year’s effort brought in nearly $550,000. See how to get involved.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Gear upgrade, anyone? Back Beat Music keeps Jonesboro players moving, buying, selling, and trading guitars, amps, drums, keys, and more. Lessons available if your chops need a tune-up. Fender, Taylor, Gretsch, and PRS rotate through, and inventory changes daily, so it’s always a fun pop-in.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Broth therapy, anyone?: Viet Kitchenserves seriously comforting bowls, from silky beef pho to a spicy Bun Bo Hue if you’re feeling bold, plus spring rolls that mysteriously vanish. It’s a midweek reset, best enjoyed with a friend amid downtown vibes.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🍪 Galentine’s Day Cookie Class @ Biscuits & Grace | Thursday (2/12) at 6:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a reason to eat frosting with friends, the annual Galentine’s cookie decorating class is it in the new party room at the end of the strip. Thirty bucks covers supplies, coffee, hot cocoa, and water, BYO sips. Limited seats, 18+.”
❤ Heart Day @ St. Bernards Auditorium | Thursday (2/12) at 7:00 AM – Whether you need a tune-up or just love free perks, St. Bernards is offering a full heart check with carotid ultrasounds, glucose and cholesterol panels, and more, plus ask-the-expert chats. Grab a breakfast, wear red for a bonus entry, and leave smarter, lighter on worry.
💃 Gal’s Night Out | Thursday (2/12) at 5:00 PM – Round up your favorite gals and head to MB for a night of fun, deals, and permanent jewelry, the kind that outlasts New Year’s resolutions. Sip, browse, laugh, then leave with a clasp-free sparkle, and a story your group chat will enjoy.
This weekend
📖 Saturday Storytime @ Barnes & Noble | Saturday (2/14) – Nothing beats letting someone else read to your kid on a Saturday, with silly voices and a cozy rug. Swing by the bookstore for Storytime, then enjoy a breather on a chair, coffee in hand, while the littles are rapt. Grandparents welcome, gold-star parenting optional.
🎬 Sensory Cinema @ Malco Jonesboro Towne Cinema Grill | Saturday (2/14) at 9:30 AM – Valentine’s Day gets the chill treatment with Sensory Cinema at the Malco Towne in Jonesboro, and the Malco in Van Buren. Eight bucks at the door, cash only, remember cash, that paper thing, and yes, concessions are open. Bring your favorite human.
🐺 Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Stony Brook Seawolves @ Tomlinson Stadium | Sunday (2/15) at 1:00 PM – Ready for some early-season hardball? The Red Wolves welcome Stony Brook’s Seawolves to Tomlinson Stadium, a matchup that sounds like a nature documentary, only with bats, popcorn, and our brand of polite heckling. Bundle up, bring friends, and claim your favorite bleacher.
📅 GSCCA Monthly Meeting | Sunday (2/15) at 2:00 PM – If you want smart conversation without a cover charge, the GSCCA Monthly Meeting is serving up a solid program, free to the public. Show up, nod thoughtfully, and call it community engagement, which is code for catching up with familiar faces and actually learning something.
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Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Jonesboro report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 71°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of rain showers after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 71. West southwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. North northeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 54°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 9%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 54. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. East northeast wind around 5 mph.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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