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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.

Education
9 months ago
Jonesboro school camp teaches students hands-on trade skills

Jonesboro students spent Saturday morning learning various skills, exploring new trades and being encouraged to “dream bigger.”

Food
10 months ago
Jonesboro restaurants, food bank brace for impact of SNAP benefits pause

Restaurants and organizations in Jonesboro are working on making sure families are fed as a pause in federal food aid has been approaching.

Education
10 months ago
New Brookland intermediate school ‘starting to take shape,’ on track for 2026 opening

Construction on Brookland Public School’s new intermediate school is moving forward, with its opening date looking to be on track.

Education
10 months ago
International Studies among 10 schools chosen for Arkansas shade trees program

A hands-on lesson in science and community responsibility is taking root at a Jonesboro school with help from a state program.

Arts & Entertainment
10 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 & Entertainment
10 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
11 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
11 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
11 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.

Health & Wellness
11 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.

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