City of Jonesboro, AR - Government

06/12/2026

🏊 Pool Closure Notice 🏊

Please note that there will be no open swim at Nettleton Pool on Monday, June 15 due to Lifeguard Certification Training.

Training our lifeguards helps ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all swimmers throughout the summer season.

📍 Nettleton Pool Center
1421 W. Nettleton Ave.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you back at the pool soon! ☀️💦

06/12/2026

🎉NEA Progress hosts PRIDEFest festival this weekend in downtown Jonesboro! See schedule of events for options to attend.
Please make note of road closures downtown and plan accordingly.

We can't wait to celebrate with you at NEA PRIDEfest 2026! Take a look at the schedule, make your plans, and come celebrate Pride with us this June 12-14. ✨

After Party and Drag Brunch tickets are still available so grab them before they're gone! 🎟️
https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=29259

06/12/2026

🚧 Road Closure Notice – Saturday, June 13, 2026 🚧

To accommodate activities in downtown Jonesboro for the Juneteenth parade and PRIDEFest events, several streets will be closed from 6:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13, until 1:00 a.m. Sunday, June 14.

Road closures include:
• Main Street from Washington Avenue to Cate Avenue
• Monroe Avenue from Union Avenue to Church Street
• Huntington Avenue from Union Avenue to Church Street

Motorists are encouraged to plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time when visiting the downtown area.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we support a safe and successful community event.

Downtown Jonesboro Alliance NEA Progress

06/11/2026

🚨 20 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! 🚨

There’s still time to join the 2026–2027 Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council (MYAC), but the July 1 deadline is getting closer! ⏳

MYAC gives Jonesboro-area students entering grades 9–12 the opportunity to serve the community, grow as leaders, volunteer at events, work alongside city leaders, and help make a positive impact throughout Jonesboro. 💙

Whether it’s neighborhood clean-ups, community outreach, beautification projects, or supporting local nonprofits, MYAC members are helping shape the future of our city while building friendships and leadership skills along the way. 🙌

📅 Application Deadline: July 1, 2026

🔹 NEW Applicants (9th–11th Grade):
https://www.jonesboroar.gov/FormCenter/BoardCommission-Application-21/Mayors-Youth-Advancement-Council-Applica-138

🔹 RETURNING Members:
https://www.jonesboroar.gov/FormCenter/BoardCommission-Application-21/Mayors-Youth-Advancement-Council-Applica-140

For questions, email [email protected]

Tag a student who should apply! 👇

06/11/2026

🚀 A real NASA astronaut is coming to Jonesboro!

The City of Jonesboro is excited to help spread the word about this free community event hosted by STEMAIVERSE at Valley View School District featuring Commander Susan Kilrain, a NASA astronaut and Navy test pilot.

📍 Valley View Fine Arts Center
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

Join Commander Kilrain for an inspiring evening of stories, exploration, and a community meet-and-greet. This event is open to everyone, so bring your friends, family, and future space explorers. 🌎✨

🎟 Reserve your free tickets here:
https://givebutter.com/c/astronaut-susan-kilrain-free-event-jonesboro-arkansas

Be sure to check out the auction tab at the top of the page as well.

🚀✨

🚀 A REAL NASA astronaut is coming to Valley View in ONE WEEK! 💙💛

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Commander Susan Kilrain — NASA astronaut and Navy test pilot — for a FREE community-wide lecture and meet-and-greet!

📍 Valley View Fine Arts Center
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

This event is open to everyone, so bring your friends, family, and future space explorers! 🌟

Reserve your free tickets here, and don’t forget to check out the auction tab at the top of the page:
https://givebutter.com/c/astronaut-susan-kilrain-free-event-jonesboro-arkansas

🔥

06/10/2026

Do you know which ward you live in?

Understanding your ward is one of the easiest ways to stay informed and connected with your local government. Each ward is represented by two aldermen who help make decisions that impact our neighborhoods, streets, parks, public safety, infrastructure, and more.

📍 Ward 1 Representatives
• Janice Porter — Position 1
• Brian Emison — Position 2

📱 Scan the QR code to view the full map, street index, and boundary information, or view it online:
www.jonesboroar.gov/DocumentCenter/View/455/Ward-Boundaries-Map-PDF

Ward 1 Map:
www.jonesboroar.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9088/Ward-1-Map-PDF

🏛 Learn more about the Jonesboro City Council and find contact information:
https://www.jonesboroar.gov/181/City-Council

More information about Ward 1 Aldermen:

Janice Porter — Position 1
https://www.jonesboroar.gov/directory.aspx?eid=108

Brian Emison — Position 2
https://www.jonesboroar.gov/directory.aspx?eid=109

06/10/2026

♻️🚮 A REMINDER ON CITY RECYCLING PROGRAM DETAILS 🚮♻️

🚮 What goes into the City's blue recycling bins? Great question!

♻️ #1 & #2 Plastics
♻️ Baled plastics: Grocery bags, shrink wrap, stretch film
♻️ Aluminum drink cans & tin cans
♻️ Corrugated cardboard
♻️ Lightweight cardboard
♻️ Magazines & newspapers
♻️ Office paper & mailings
♻️ Shredded paper (placed in bag & tied)

For any other information on City recycling, please visit: https://www.jonesboroar.gov/196/Recycling

Keep Jonesboro Beautiful

06/10/2026

GOJO serving the city! Stay informed and hydrated during these high temps, Jonesboro. Please stay safe and check in on your neighbors!

06/09/2026

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission Meeting: June 9, 2026

06/09/2026

Finance & Administration Council Committee Meeting: June 9, 2026