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Families ring in the New Year early with fun events in Jonesboro
The New Year’s Eve festivities in Jonesboro started with the New Year's Concert with mömandpöp at the Craighead County-Jonesboro Public Library. A couple who have been married for nearly 34 years formed an interactive band that travels to various events, performing songs and dancing with children. “What...
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John Parks to Perform Live at Fox Creek BBQ in Batesville
Batesville, AR – Fox Creek BBQ and Catering is set to host local favorite John Parks for an evening of live music, continuing its tradition of weekend entertainment at the popular Batesville venue Friday January 9th, 2026. The event, titled “John Parks @ Fox Creek,” will take place at...
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This small-town Arkansas restaurant quietly serves one of the state’s best prime ribs
Tucked beside the White River, The River & Sandbar in Batesville proves that small towns can deliver big flavor. Locals whisper about the prime rib, but once you try it, you will tell everyone you know. The vibe is relaxed, the value is strong, and the steakhouse confidence shows on...
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Grand opening set for ‘Hoxie: The First Stand’ Museum
HOXIE, Ark. (KAIT) - After more than eight years of planning, the “Hoxie: The First Stand Museum,” 602 S.W. Lawrence St., will host its official grand opening Saturday, Jan. 24. The free event, which will begin at 10 a.m., will also mark the opening of the Ethel Tompkins...
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Village Creek State Park to host First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day
VILLAGE CREEK — Village Creek State Park will participate in the First Day Hikes program on New Year’s Day. The nationwide program encourages Americans to celebrate the new year by going outside, getting some exercise, and experiencing local nature and history. The First Day Hikes program at Village...
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Julia Wintner Named Director of Bradbury Art Museum at A-State
JONESBORO – The Bradbury Art Museum (BAM) at Arkansas State University has named a new director. Julia Wintner, whose work bridges global contemporary art, community-engaged museum practice, and academic leadership, has been selected to serve as director. “We are excited to welcome Wintner to A-State as the new director...
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Forrest City Little Theatre presents ‘Spotlight on Kids’ children’s acting class
FORREST CITY — Forrest City Little Theatre is offering acting classes beginning Monday, Jan. 5, and continuing each Monday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the basement (Fellowship Hall) of the First United Methodist Church in Forrest City through April 20. Forrest City Little Theatre’s resident director, Tammy Freligh, will teach the classes, with various members of FCLT assisting.
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Beignets & Brew to spread sweetness to Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – Beignets & Brew, the café beloved for its hot, made-to-order New Orleans–style beignets and handcrafted specialty coffee, is excited to continue spreading sweetness with plans to open a brand-new Sweet Spot in Jonesboro. As the brand continues to grow, its mission...
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sex/work | Playhouse on the Square
Kacky Walton spoke with Jamie Boller, winner of the 2024–2025 NewWorks@TheWorks Playwriting Competition and director of “sex/work,” along with assistant director Lymonte Thomas, about the world premiere production. Centering on a thirty-year-old virgin, an escort, an aging conservative news anchor, and a stripper, “sex/work” explores how women...
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People Drive From All Over Tennessee To Eat At This Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Restaurant
Tucked away on Madison Avenue in Memphis sits a barbecue joint so authentic you can almost taste the history before you even walk through the door. The Bar-B-Q Shop doesn’t need flashy gimmicks or tourist-trap tactics—just the intoxicating aroma of hickory smoke that acts like a siren call to barbecue lovers across the Volunteer State.
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Undercover Band Returns to Rock Fox Creek BBQ in Batesville
Batesville, AR – Music lovers and BBQ enthusiasts in Independence County have reason to celebrate as Fox Creek BBQ and Catering announces the highly anticipated return of the Undercover Band for a night of classic rock hits. The popular local venue at 129 Lawrence St. is welcoming back the...
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Julia Wintner named director of Bradbury Art Museum at A-State
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – The Bradbury Art Museum (BAM) at Arkansas State University has named a new director. Julia Wintner, whose work bridges global contemporary art, community-engaged museum practice, and academic leadership, has been selected to serve as director. “We are excited to welcome Wintner to A-State...
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Singer on what would have been Elvis Presley's 91st birthday
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Graceland debuts new Elvis exhibit featuring never-before-seen footage ahead of birthday weekend
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Dixie Queen Continuing Long Memphis History with New Location
A long-standing and beloved Memphis institution is continuing its legacy with a brand-new location. Dixie Queen, celebrated for its hearty portions of made-to-order comfort food, is setting up shop in a converted Poplar Avenue storefront-and it’s nearly ready to serve guests. Dixie Queen is making its newest Memphis home...
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The Foreigner coming to FOA Stage, Too in Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – The Foundation of Arts (FOA) in Jonesboro has announced The Foreigner is coming to the FOA Stage, Too, in late January. The two-act comedy play features an introvert, Charlie, as he joins a friend at a remote southern lodge in rural George in search of peace and quiet. Hilarity ensues when Charlie decides, after the playful prompting of his friend, to act like he’s from another country.
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A sandwich shop owner asked the National Guard to leave. They surrounded his restaurant
“As a business owner, it's my right to let those people know that I did not want them here. Regardless of whether they liked it or not, they needed to move,” said Rob Brown, who owns Da Sammich Spot.
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Beginner clog dancing classes to be offered in Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – An organization in Jonesboro is aiming to get more people dancing through its beginner clog dancing classes. Hosted by the Crowley Ridge Cloggers, the classes aim to introduce more people to clog dancing, which is a form of folk dancing in which cloggers dance on the downbeat of the music.