This section of our Giving Guide details various organizations that advocate for different causes, such as veterans, animals, victim support, as well as general community outreach in Jonesboro and Craighead County.
This section of our Giving Guide details a list of various organizations that assist with the overall health and wellness in Jonesboro and Craighead County.
“We’re most creative when we’re playing,” said Jill Kary, curator of education at the museum. “In other words, true genius happens when we allow ourselves to fail without fear.”
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library announced an upcoming live performance as part of its 2026 Concert Series featuring country duo Lan Law.
“We have various downtown restaurants and chefs participating in this to bring us a really excellent meal. I think it’s gonna be a really special evening for everybody,” said DJA executive director Sarah Doss.
In a community-wide effort to keep local students fed outside of school hours, the Rotary Club of Jonesboro has partnered with the one of its Interact Clubs at Valley View High School for a month-long food drive.
For Ashton Haywood, a middle school pact to attend Arkansas State University didn’t just lead to a college degree–it sparked a commitment to Northeast Arkansas, propelling the Nettleton educator all the way to the Mrs. America stage to fight for her students.
“Things are really taking shape,” said A&P Commission executive director Craig Rickert.
The theme for this event is “Ideas Worth Spreading,” and will feature a lineup of 26 speakers from a variety of backgrounds.
The Public Services Council Committee on Tuesday forwarded a resolution regarding a land use agreement with the planned Northeast Arkansas Children’s Museum.