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Jonesboro ( / ˈdʒoʊnzbʌrə /) is a city located on Crowley's Ridge in the northeastern corner of the U.S. State of Arkansas. Jonesboro is one of two county seats of Craighead County. In 2023, the city had an estimated population of 80,560, [4] making it the fifth-most populous city in Arkansas.
- Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center. I had the pleasure of exploring the Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center, a community educational center dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the region’s natural environment.
- Arkansas State Museum. When I visited the Arkansas State Museum, commonly known as the ASU Museum, I discovered that the locals often use the names interchangeably.
- Craighead Forest Park. Craighead Forest Park, a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking relaxation amidst nature’s embrace. Located near Jonesboro and boasting a plethora of amenities, this park quickly became a favorite destination when the weather was nice.
- Lake Frierson State Park. Arkansas truly lives up to its reputation as a sportsman’s paradise, boasting a diverse landscape of mountains, forests, rivers, and lakes that offer an array of outdoor activities.
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Jonesboro, city, Craighead county, northeastern Arkansas, U.S. It lies on Crowley’s Ridge, bordering the Mississippi River valley, about 68 miles (109 km) northwest of Memphis, Tennessee. Founded as the county seat in 1859 and laid out by J.N. Burk on land donated by Fergus Snoddy, it was named for
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Impressive upgrade of Centennial Bank Stadium. My wife and I attended a reception held in the club level of Centennial Bank Stadium during a business conference that was conducted in Jonesboro this past October. The upgrade in the facility is impressive. The stadium is one of the nicest in the Sun Belt Conference.
May 8, 2024 · Jonesboro is the largest community in northeast Arkansas and the fifth largest in the state. It is the Craighead County seat (though Act 61 of 1883 created the “Eastern District of Craighead County,” providing for the establishment of another county courthouse at Lake City due to early difficulties in travel).
