Mayor Copenhaver met with South African members of the A-State Red Wolves Rugby Club today about career opportunities for foreign students after graduation and how to retain them locally. They presented Copenhaver with a signed rugby ball. Left…

Sanitation doesn't pick up large, bulky items placed beside trash containers but, thankfully, Code Enforcement has been bringing the landfill to neighborhoods to help residents get rid of these items. **Ord. no. 3445, Sec. 54-38. (e)The…

New Shade Canopies at Archery Range
Two new shade canopies have been installed at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex archery range to provide sun protection.

Jonesboro was awarded as Education Workforce Development Trendsetter City of the Year in Arkansas for 2022 today at the Arkansas Municipal League convention in Little Rock. Mayor Harold Copenhaver and Chamber of Commerce Vice President Shelle…

Spreading Cheer Our city departments came together and adopted senior citizen residents at Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro to ensure they each had a gift this holiday season. Executive Director Laura Courtois and Wellness Director Krista…

Groundbreaking for ASTATE to Downtown Bike Trail A groundbreaking was held yesterday for the new bike trail that will connect Arkansas State University to Downtown. The current project will use the Marion Berry Overpass as a means to get over the…

Two pieces of exercise equipment were installed this morning at City Water and Light Park located at 1123 South Culberhouse Street. They will be set in concrete to join with the sidewalk.

Mayor Copenhaver attended the annual Veterans Program today presented by the students of EAST at Nettleton High School and visited with those who have served our country. The program featured refreshments, performances and tributes as well as guest…

It was a great morning for the annual Veterans Day Parade in Downtown Jonesboro as we honored those who have served our country. Following the parade was a ceremony featuring speakers including Mayor Harold Copenhaver, Craighead County Judge Marvin…

Mayor Judges Halloween Costume Contest at Pathfinder, Inc. Mayor Copenhaver had the pleasure of judging the Halloween costume contest today at the Pathfinder, Inc. Jonesboro Adult Development Center. Participants were dressed in a wide variety of…

Students Visit Municipal Center University Heights School of Medical Arts, School of Innovation scholars visited the Municipal Building this morning and learned about city government from Mayor Copenhaver as well as his experiences as mayor and the…

Having pets is great, but did you know there was a limit? Ord. no. 3179 Sec. 10-10 – Limitations and restrictions on keeping domestic animals and/or fowl (b) It shall be unlawful for any person to own or possess more than five domestic…

The October "Salute to the City" award recipient is Cam Robinson. He has worked as the Social Media Specialist & graphic designer in our Communications Department since 2018. Thank you and congrats on a well deserved honor! S/O to First…

Craighead County has declared a burn ban, which means no burning of leaves, limbs or other items until further notice. However, you can still use your BBQ grills and backyard fire pits ONLY if the fire pit has a…

Mayor Copenhaver made a proclamation this morning for National Patriot Day, urging everyone to join Jonesboro Elks Lodge 498 and VFW Post 1991 in expressing gratitude for American freedom and honoring the nation.

Trick or Treating in Jonesboro We've been asked a bunch about Halloween recently and we just want to let everyone know that barring hazardous weather, Halloween (including trick or treating) will be celebrated on Halloween day, Oct. 31,…

Affordable Connectivity Program FCC Affordable Connectivity Program Govt Agency Poster The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. Find more information…

Comparion Insurance Agency Ribbon Cutting The Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Comparion Insurance Agency, a Liberty Mutual Company. You can visit www.comparioninsurance.com to learn more about…

Quintessential Lighting Ribbon Cutting A ribbon cutting was held for Quintessential Lighting, located at 3106 Southwest Drive. They offer a wide array of lighting and home décor options with hours being: Mon. thru Fri. 8:30 am- 5:30 pm &…

Red Wolf Express for ULM Game JET will be providing Red Wolf Express service to and from the game. Return service to the downtown area at the beginning of the 3rd quarter and continue until 20 minutes after end of game. Drop-off & pick-up will…

A ribbon cutting was held today for the Northeast Arkansas District Fair happening now through October 1 at 7001 Johnson Avenue in Jonesboro. For more information, visit…

Our Parks and Recreation Department is planting flowers this morning to help beautify Downtown Jonesboro.

Volume 26, Issue 10 The newsletter is provided as a resource to help keep our community informed as to the current/upcoming events an other items pertaining to your City. Newsletter Highlights: Halloween Spooktacular Brunch at City Green…

Mayor Copenhaver along with Paragould Mayor Josh Agee helped kick off the Arkansas Realtors Association 98th Annual Convention and Tradeshow this morning at Embassy Suites by Hilton Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center. The rapidly growing…

NEA Baptist held an appreciation breakfast this morning for first responders in recognition of all that they do. We thank NEA Baptist for their generosity and salute our first responders as well!

Forum Theatre Improvements Complete
Improvements are complete at The Forum Theatre, a city-owned building that hosts many great events by The Foundation of Arts downtown.

CITY COUNCIL VACANCY AND APPOINTMENT The City of Jonesboro is seeking applicants for appointment to the Jonesboro City Council to complete the unexpired term of former Ward 6 Councilmember Bobby Long. To apply you must include: 1 - Proof of…

The City of Jonesboro was honored to win the Best of the Best Award this evening for the Paint the Town Red decorating contest by the A-State Committee of the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce! Congratulations to all the winners and…

Paint the Town Red City staff was in full force today showing their A-State spirit as the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce judges came by to see the window display at the Municipal Center for Paint the Town Red! Go Red…

The City Building and Maintenance Department is doing $100,000 of improvements in the coming month to The Forum, a City-owned building that hosts many great events by The Foundation of Arts downtown. Mayor Copenhaver surveyed the work yesterday with…

Wishing a Good Season to A-State Football Mayor Copenhaver was excited to drop by A-State Red Wolves football practice this morning where Athletic Director Jeff Purinton and former governor Mike Beebe helped see them off to a good…

As the 2022 school year begins this week, please remember in the morning as well as the afternoons, to prepare for increased traffic and longer commute times. Practice caution around school buses and drop off/pickup areas as students cross the…

A City of Jonesboro grant application of $878,584 for five low- or no-emission trolley-style buses was approved today by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Mayor Harold Copenhaver said the funding will help Jonesboro’s long-term JET…

First day on the job for the Street Department's new excavator with rotary cutter for mowing hard-to-reach areas of large ditches. This improves drainage and keeps Jonesboro looking clean. Visit The…

Mayor Copenhaver and Assistant Chief of Police Lynn Waterworth spoke at the Arkansas Prevention Summit on substance abuse this morning at Embassy Suites. The conference is part of the Rise Above Alcohol and Drugs (RAAD) campaign to bring statewide…

Keeping Jonesboro Beautiful Mayor Copenhaver met with Director Colbie Jones of Keep Arkansas Beautiful and Chairman Beverly Parker of our own Keep Jonesboro Beautiful today to review ways to partner and maximize beautification…

Code Enforcement has been pushing to ensure unstable structures are removed and properties cleaned up. This morning, a demolition took place at 308 Vine. "We are getting serious about blight in our city and I appreciate our Code Enforcement…

Councilman LJ Bryant was presented with a 5-year service pin by Mayor Copenhaver at last night's City Council meeting.  Thank you LJ for your years of dedication and service!

The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion Commission’s Downtown Jonesboro BBQ and Music Festival announced plans for two nights of music this year with Queensryche performing Friday, September 23, and the Gin Blossoms performing Saturday the…

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Every five years the City of Jonesboro has to present a new Community Development Block Grant consolidated five-year plan. The 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, as well as the Fiscal 2022 Annual Action Plan, are available for review and comments until…

July Employee of the Month Congrats to Kristina Hattenhauer in our Collections Dept. on being the July "Salute to the City" award recipient. She has played a vital role in the Collections office for quite some time and has helped to seamlessly…

A reception was held yesterday for the retirement of Jonesboro Fire Chief Kevin Miller after 34 years of dedicated service! Many friends, family members, and colleagues gathered to celebrate and wish him a happy one. Congratulations Chief Miller…

New A-State Vice Chancellor for Athletics Jeff Purinton addressed the Northeast Arkansas Mayor’s Caucus at Mayor Copenhaver’s invitation Wednesday, telling mayors from surrounding counties a little about the future of Red Wolves…

After learning that Jonesboro High student Bennett Young attended Girls State, where she was elected by her peers as mayor of her Girls State city, and later Speaker of the House in the Girls State Legislature, Mayor Copenhaver invited her to his…

Mayor Copenhaver invited entomologists Dr. Tanja McKay and Laura Starkus to talk about creating a partnership with A-State to find resources and messaging in the continuing and future fight against mosquitoes in our city. The season is coming, and…

Miss City Lights Apple Dennie and Miss Arkansas Elementary Taelor Calloway talked about the future for both of them and Jonesboro with Mayor Copenhaver today. Both will be in Little Rock next week for the Miss Arkansas festivities and competition. …

A proclamation was made by Mayor Copenhaver at last night's City Council meeting declaring Valley View Lady Blazers Day in the City of Jonesboro for winning the Class 4A State Softball Championship last month. Congratulations…

A send-off was held this morning at Prospect Baptist Church for local athletes, unified partners, and coaches headed to the Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando, June 6-11. Team members came from Craighead, Poinsett, Mississippi, Greene, Lawrence,…

Project SEARCH Interns Create Downtown Sidewalk Art If you've been to the corner of Main and Huntington downtown lately, you will have seen a very special piece of artwork on the sidewalk. It was designed by interns from Project SEARCH Arkansas…

Miss Steel Capital Piper Stallings, a Jonesboro native and A-State student, met with Mayor Copenhaver today to discuss her platform of ADHD awareness and getting girls tested for it at an earlier age. Stallings is on her way to the Miss Arkansas…

Mayor Copenhaver was asked to speak to seniors at the Central Baptist Life Center on Monday morning about the City of Jonesboro’s accomplishments and goals. He said infrastructure and safety are foremost among Jonesboro priorities, and added…

Heat Danger for Dogs You and your dog Charlie have been best friends for the last 12 years. As a special treat you took him for a walk at the park and now you're headed home. You suddenly remember that you need to pick up a few items at the…

The City enjoyed the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce membership appreciation luncheon today.  We thank the Chamber for everything they do for Jonesboro!

Mayor Copenhaver made a proclamation today declaring May 9-15, 2022 as Salvation Army Week in Jonesboro. The mayor urges all residents to join him in saluting the men and women of the Salvation Army who help our community so much through their…

EAST at Nettleton students stopped by the Municipal Building and serenaded Mayor Copenhaver and his Administrative staff with a lovely acoustic rendition of “Thank You for Being a Friend” to show their gratitude to the city for working…

Longtime firefighter and current Assistant Fire Chief Marty Hamrick will replace retiring Chief Kevin Miller, Mayor Harold Copenhaver announced Friday after a morning visit with Hamrick. “Based on what I’ve seen, our fire department is…

A grand opening was held today for the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex located at 3702 Moore Road though further improvements will continue to be made. Lunch was provided to attendees as well as trap shooting demonstrations by Senior Squad 1 and…