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Jody Barker

Jody Barker is the Editor-in-Chief of Jonesboro Right Now. A lifelong resident of Northeast Arkansas and an Arkansas State University alum, Jody is dedicated to delivering fair, transparent, and community-focused news.

Arts & Entertainment
1 year ago
Jonesboro High School theatre selected as recipient of Disney on Broadway “School of Excellence” grant

The Jonesboro High School theatre program is gearing up for a landmark season after being awarded a highly competitive national grant.

Arts & Entertainment
1 year ago
New Jonesboro band director aiming to continue program’s legacy

A returning face to the Jonesboro High School band program is focused on maintaining momentum and a strong “family culture” as students prepare for the upcoming school year.

News
1 year ago
Jonesboro Dillard’s to hold second ‘Style a Student’ program benefitting foster children

Dillard’s in Jonesboro is making sure foster children in Craighead County have the best outfits as the start of a new school year approaches.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
AGFC: Jonesboro office’s insides ‘completely burnt’ in late-night fire

Officials said a fire caused damage at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s office in Jonesboro Sunday night.

Education
1 year ago
Jonesboro Public Schools launches bus tracking app for parents

Jonesboro Public Schools is making it easier to keep up with how your children get to school, thanks to a new app.

Community
1 year ago
Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Festival fires up for September return

You only have a few more months until fun and competition hit Main Street, as the Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Festival is coming back for 2025.

Arts & Entertainment
1 year ago
NEA PRIDEfest returning in 2025 after initial cancelation

Over three months after it was initially canceled, PRIDEfest is returning to Northeast Arkansas this year.

News
1 year ago
Craighead County NAACP to honor ‘Freedom Fund Fighters’ at upcoming event

The Craighead County NAACP is hosting an event to celebrate local heroes and raise funds to help people in the community.

News
1 year ago
Jonesboro offering cooling stations amid hot temperatures

With the hot temperatures lingering in Jonesboro for much of the week, the city is making sure you stay cool.

Community
1 year ago
Budweiser Clydesdales draw large crowds to downtown Jonesboro

The hot temperatures didn’t stop people from coming to downtown Jonesboro Saturday to see the legendary Budweiser Clydesdales.