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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 3: Parkinson's Awareness Event : Rock Steady Boxing at St. Bernards Health & Wellness will host the annual Parkinson’s Awareness Event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Bernards Auditorium. This is a free event open to the community. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with healthcare professionals, local resources and support networks, while learning about exercise programs like Rock Steady Boxing that can help improve quality of life for individuals living with Parkinson’s. Info: (636) 795-8553 or lcwester@sbrmc.org.

Friday, April 4: Noises Off : The Foundation of Arts will present “Noises Off” at The Forum Theatre in Jonesboro. Showtimes are Friday, Saturday and Monday at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Ticket prices range from $22 to $24. For Sunday’s matinee, The Parsonage in Downtown Jonesboro is offering an exclusive ticket add-on for a British Brunch and Matinee, featuring a full English breakfast for $20. Tickets are available online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Saturday, April 5: MYAC Spring Community Fair : The Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council will host the third annual Spring Community Fair at Northside Park (503 North Bridge St.) from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. This event will be free to the public and includes vendors, artisans, arts and crafts, live music, giant inflatables, games and prizes, a free lunch from The Exchange Club of Jonesboro and more. Attendees are encouraged to donate to the food and hygiene products drive. Info: Email MYACjonesboro@gmail.com.

Saturday, April 5: Through A Child's Eyes Art Exhibit : The Arkansas State University Museum will celebrate the “Through a Child’s Eyes” exhibition with an open house from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This juried art show features artwork by children in the area in grades Pre-K through eighth grade. The exhibit will remain on display throughout April. Info: (870) 972-2074 or jkary@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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