Jody Barker

Jody Barker is a contributing writer at JonesboroRightNow.com. Email him at jbarkernews@gmail.com.

Government & Politics
19 hours ago
Black Oak receives $500K grant for new wastewater collection system

The town of Black Oak received a hefty grant that will go toward an upgrade decades in the making.

Sports & Outdoors
20 hours ago
Jonesboro police to host inaugural ‘Tee Up for DARE’ golf tournament

The Jonesboro Police Department will be taking the community to the green in October for a good cause.

News
2 weeks ago
Bay Fire Department secures nearly $57K in grants for new rescue equipment

The Bay Fire Department is overhauling its rescue capabilities, replacing decades-old tools and adding new life-saving equipment, thanks to two grants totaling nearly $57,000.

Education
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro fraternity holds second annual community award, scholarship banquet

A Jonesboro fraternity celebrated not only the success of local students on Saturday, but also highlighted those who make a difference in the community.

News
2 weeks ago
Brookland schools, city leaders collaborate on solutions for traffic congestion

Brookland Public Schools, along with city leaders, are working to make sure children are safe and traffic moves smoothly as the first month of the new school year continues.

Education
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro Public Schools puts student, staff well-being front and center through new initiative

For the new school year, Jonesboro Public Schools is aiming to create connections and improve well-being through its Mental Health Matters initiative.

Wellness
3 weeks ago
St. Bernards to host free ‘Mind and Memory Boot Camp’ for dementia, Alzheimer’s awareness

The St. Bernards Senior Health Clinic will be holding a special program this month focused on bringing awareness to dementia and Alzheimer’s and how people can help those battling either disease.

Education
3 weeks ago
New Brookland schools superintendent aiming to boost academic ratings, community engagement

“I hope that this will become a place where people are glad to come to work, glad to come to school,” he said.

Education
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro fraternity holds third annual Back to School haircut event for students

Fraternity members helped Jonesboro students prepare for the new school year by offering free haircuts.

Arts & Culture
1 month ago
Jonesboro High School set to perform ‘Chicago: Teen Edition’ in 2026 after COVID delay

Six years after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of a musical, a Jonesboro school is seeking to finish what it started.

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