Jody Barker

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

Business
1 month ago
Former Mall at Turtle Creek property sold, real estate developer confirms

A portion of the former Mall at Turtle Creek property has been sold, Josh Brown, of Haag Brown Commercial Real Estate and Development, confirmed. 

Wellness
1 month ago
St. Bernards celebrates one year anniversary of Recuperative Care program

In its first year of operation, a homeless support program in Jonesboro has helped multiple people transition from instability to stable housing, and officials aim to do even more with it.

News
1 month ago
Jonesboro native reflects on time as Capitol Hill staffer during 9/11 attacks

On the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a Jonesboro native who worked at the nation’s capital sat down to reflect on her time in the wake of and aftermath of the tragedy.

Business
2 months ago
Bids being accepted for former Mall at Turtle Creek land

Over five years since a tornado destroyed the Mall at Turtle Creek, the previously occupied property could soon be under new ownership.

Government & Politics
2 months 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
2 months 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 months 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 months 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 months 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
2 months 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.