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Paragould, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min read

What's up Paragould! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a $360,000 tire grinder could matter for Paragould trash
  • Paragould burglary case: what happened inside that South 15th Street home?
  • How Greene County Tech’s new coach plans to revive Eagles football

Today's riddle: Why did the football player hit the vending machine? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Variable clouds with a shower, with a high of 85 and low of 73 degrees.
  • Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 90, low: 76. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Partly sunny; mainly clear, with a high of 98 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Solid Waste District discusses concerns over state tire map changes (thewynneprogress.com) — A Paragould-based solid waste board is weighing how statewide tire map changes could affect local control and recycling, including concerns about Pulaski County’s influence and possible privatization. Members are also considering a $360,000 tire grinder that could handle thousands of local tires plus storm debris, potentially reshaping how Paragould and nearby communities manage waste.
   

• Paragould man accused of aggravated residential burglary after elderly resident injured (kait8.com) — Police say a Paragould resident was arrested after an alleged home break-in on South 15th Street left a 67-year-old victim with minor injuries and caused over $1,000 in damage. A Greene County judge set a $100,000 bond, ordered electronic monitoring, and barred contact with the victims while aggravated residential burglary and related charges move forward.
   

• 2026 FFN Preview: Greene County Tech (kait8.com) — Greene County Tech in Paragould is gearing up for football season under new head coach Price Holmes after a tough 2-8 year. Coaches and players say they’re shuffling positions, emphasizing daily competition, and building chemistry so local fans can expect a more confident, hard-working Eagles squad this fall.
   

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  • Three Jonesboro Parks and Recreation Employees Honored for Response to Wreck (jonesbororightnow.com)

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Ok Paragould! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He wanted his quarter back. (Thank you Pat S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Paragould

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.