Jody Barker

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

Arts & Culture
4 months ago
FOA art contest aiming to inspire Jonesboro projects through new category

An art contest is challenging local artists to look beyond the canvas and envision a more beautiful Jonesboro through a new category.

Arts & Culture
4 months ago
Fall Fest brings community, commerce to downtown Jonesboro

People took to downtown Jonesboro Saturday afternoon, getting a feel of the fall season while enjoying some food, music, and having family-friendly fun.

News
4 months ago
Dozens turn out for NEA 5K Rescue Run

Dozens of runners and their four-legged companions took to Craighead Forest Park Saturday to raise money and awareness for local animal rescues.

Sports & Outdoors
4 months ago
Golfers tee up for inaugural Jonesboro DARE golf tournament

Community members in Jonesboro gathered Friday to have a game of golf with a shared goal of supporting local youth.

News
4 months ago
Caraway Road expansion aiming to improve traffic flow, pedestrian safety

The City of Jonesboro is taking the next step in a long-awaited project to expand a portion of Caraway Road to not only improve traffic, but also make sure pedestrians are safe.

Wellness
4 months ago
St. Bernards holds ribbon cutting for new Longevity Center

A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday for a new Jonesboro clinic aimed at helping patients live longer, healthier lives.

News
4 months ago
Jonesboro Fire Department boosts emergency response with in-house EMT training program

The Jonesboro Fire Department is making sure its firefighters are also able to provide immediate care during an emergency through a training program.

News
4 months ago
Crews battle evening fire at Jonesboro golf course, no injuries reported

An investigation is underway after a fire destroyed the clubhouse at a Jonesboro golf course Wednesday night.

Business
4 months 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
4 months 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.