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Blessed Sacrament Celebrates 25th Mardi Gras...

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Benefits Rotary Club...

Simmons Bank Holds Grand Opening Celebration...

Junior Auxiliary of Jonesboro Presents "A Mad Gala"...

Midnight in Savannah - Red Dress Gala 2025...

Ag for Autism hosts SUper bowl bash ...

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The Occasions Lady and a Blooming Love Tree

I love the colors of Mother Nature’s palette as the trees along Crowley’s Ridge begin to bloom each spring. The vibrant spring blooms and heart-shaped leaves of the Eastern Redbud tree, the most common and native redbud tree in Arkansas, is known as the harbinger of spring. Its delicate blossoms and buds are one of spring’s most dramatic displays. The flowering dogwood, known for its strikin...

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The Cardiologist's Wife: Understanding the Role of Lipids in the Body

Editor’s note: Lisa Tedder is the wife of Dr. Barry Tedder, who practices at St. Bernards Heart and Vascular and specializes in preventative cardiology and lipidology. They reside in Jonesboro and have two adult children. In April and May, we will do a deep dive into lipids with board certified cardiologist and lipidologist Dr. Barry Tedder. This month, Dr. Tedder explains what lipi...

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A-State Museum to Host Children’s Art Exhibit

Arkansas State University Museum will celebrate the “Through a Child’s Eyes” (TACE) exhibition with an open-house event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 5. “This juried art show features beautiful works by our region’s children, pre-K through grade eight,” said Jill Kary, curator of education for A-State Museum. Judges from various A-State departments will select pieces to be awarded fo...

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Events

Thursday, April 24: Sesame Street Live : “Sesame Street Live” will take the stage at First National Bank Arena at 7 p.m., bringing the beloved characters from the iconic show to life in a fun-filled performance for children and families. Tickets can be purchased at fnbarena.com or by calling (870) 972-2781.

Friday, April 25: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” : A-State Theatre will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” in the drama theater at The Fowler Center. Showtimes include 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets may be purchased online or in person at the A-State Box Office. Info: (870) 972-3471 or visit fowler.astate.edu.

Saturday, April 26: Oasis Arts & Eats Fest : The Oasis Arts and Eats Fest 2025 will take place in Downtown Jonesboro from noon to 6 p.m. The event is an annual celebration of arts and food in Northeast Arkansas and will feature local artists, crafts musicians, restaurants, kid-friendly activities and more. Info: visit oasisfest.org or email oasisartsjonesboro@gmail.com.

Saturday, April 26: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” : A-State Theatre will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” in the drama theater at The Fowler Center. Showtimes include 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets may be purchased online or in person at the A-State Box Office. Info: (870) 972-3471 or visit fowler.astate.edu​.​​

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The Yard – A World of Flavors Under One Roof New Food Hall and Cultural Hub Opens Near A-State

By Audrey Hanes, Photography by Melissa Donner

Dr. Dan and Casey Johnson, two local entrepreneurs with a flair for trying exciting new things, recently brought a unique concept to Jonesboro with The Yard. The new food hall, located on the outskirts of Arkansas State University’s campus, brings four restaurants, a large bar, games, live music and more all under one roof.

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