Nena Zimmer

Nena Zimmer is the Chief Reporter at Jonesboro Right Now. You can reach Nena via email at nzimmer@jonesbororightnow.com

News
7 months ago
Jonesboro nonprofit educates, provides resources for NEA geriatric residents

A nonprofit is looking to educate and provide resources for geriatric residents with neurological conditions in northeast Arkansas.

Food
7 months ago
Jonesboro Kiwanis Club 83rd annual Pancake Day scheduled

The Kiwanis of Greater Jonesboro will hold its 83rd annual “Pop” Stricklin Pancake Day, the club’s primary fund-raiser, in early March.

Sports & Outdoors
7 months ago
CrossFit Ridge City Gym to host first ultra trail running race in Bono

The CrossFit Ridge City Gym owners are gearing up for their gym’s first-ever ultra trail running race, Ridge City Grind and Grind Fest this weekend at The Silos in Bono.

Arts & Culture
8 months ago
Discover Jonesboro’s rich Black History at the African American Cultural Center

A tour of the Craighead County-Jonesboro African American Cultural Center (AACC) Museum takes visitors on a journey showcasing the spirit of Craighead County’s African American community.

Education
8 months ago
NEACTC to celebrate 50 years of innovation

The Northeast Arkansas Career and Technical Center (NEACTC) will be opening its doors to alumni as it celebrates a half-century of education and opportunity during Then and Now: Celebrating 50 Years of Innovation.

Arts & Culture
8 months ago
New exhibition celebrating tattoo art opens, downtown Jonesboro crawl to accompany it

“We just thought this was a really beautiful pairing to talk about different approaches that you can take on as an artist to keep doing your passion but also be very successful and do what you love.”

News
8 months ago
JFD Battalion Chiefs retire together after 33 years of service

The Jonesboro Fire Department celebrated the retirement of two battalion chiefs after they’d each completed 33 years of service.

News
8 months ago
How to recycle glass in Jonesboro

While glass is no longer allowed in blue recycling bins, the city is providing other options as Jonesboro residents now have two ways to recycle glass.

Arts & Culture
8 months ago
Valentine’s Day events around Jonesboro

Love is in the air as people prepare to celebrate Valentine’s Day. If you’re struggling to find the perfect way to celebrate, here are a few upcoming events in Jonesboro that could help you with your plans.

News
8 months ago
Celebrate Black History Month in Jonesboro

Several events for Black History Month have been announced as Jonesboro residents prepare to celebrate. Jonesboro Right Now has compiled a list of local Black History Month events for those wishing to join the celebration. 

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