Location Profile - Jonesboro Chamber of Commerce

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LOCATION PROFILE 2013
ARKANSAS
JONESBORO
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P.O. Box 789 • Jonesboro, AR 72403 • 870.932.6691 • www.jonesborochamber.com
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At a Glance
Population
US Census
City: 70,187 (2012)
Craighead County: 99,735 (2012)
MSA: 124,042 (2012)
Transportation
Highways: U.S. 67, U.S. 63
(Future I-555), U.S. 49; State 1,
18, 141, 226, and 351
Rail: Main Line:
Burlington Northern/Santa Fe and
Union Pacific System
Motor Freight Carriers: There
are 41 motor freight carriers
servicing the Jonesboro area
Airport Facilities: Jonesboro
Municipal Airport - Charter Service
and Commercial Air Carrier Service
to Lambert St. Louis International Airport
provided by Air Choice One Airlines;
Memphis International Airport
is located 65 miles away.
Waterways:
The nearest ports are on the Mississippi River
The Port of Osceola;
The Port of West Memphis, and the
International Port of Memphis
Utilities
Electricity:
Jonesboro City Water & Light
Natural Gas:
CenterPoint Energy
Water:
Jonesboro City Water & Light
Telephone:
AT&T, Suddenlink &
Ritter Communications
Thank you for your interest in Jonesboro,
Arkansas. Our community offers many
advantages for you and your business.
Details of those advantages are described
on the following pages.
Jonesboro is the 5th largest city in Arkansas
with a population of over 68,000. Our
Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is over
124,000. We are centrally located with easy
access to other major markets including
America’s Distribution Center, Memphis,
Tennessee.
A well qualified workforce, low cost
utilities, the training capabilities of Arkansas State University and an
overall low cost of doing business are just a few reasons why many
companies are proud to call Jonesboro home. In addition, the quality of
life is exceptional with excellent healthcare, abundant retail opportunities
and numerous recreational and cultural activities available. Jonesboro has
been recognized as a City of Distinction for Workforce Development, and
as one of the Top Ten Small Markets of the Decade. We have also been
recognized in various publications for our quality education and a great
entrepreneurial atmosphere.
Jonesboro has planned for continued economic growth. The community
boasts several industrial parks with ample room for industrial expansion.
The industrial parks have all infrastructure in place, including access to a
high quality transportation network.
The Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce coordinates the economic
development efforts of the community with local business professionals
and local and state officials. The economic development team is interested
in the recruitment of new companies as well as the retention and expansion
of existing industries.
Take a few minutes and find out why leading companies such as Nestlé,
Frito Lay, Hytrol, Post Foods, Riceland Foods, Nordex USA, Nice-Pak
Products, Inc. and many others call Jonesboro home.
Sincerely,
Jonesboro Labor Market
Civilian Labor Force
172,517 ( January 2013)
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Mark Young
President and CEO
www.jonesborochamber.com
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Table of Contents
Location Maps...............................................................................................................................................4
Work Force.................................................................................................................................................5-9
Population and Income..........................................................................................................................9-11
Transportation............................................................................................................................................11
Utilities.........................................................................................................................................................12
Business Climate....................................................................................................................................12-14
Education and Training........................................................................................................................15-20
Local Lifestyle.......................................................................................................................................21-22
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Location Maps
Jonesboro provides access
to many major markets.
Miles to major cities:
Memphis:
St. Louis:
Nashville:
Atlanta:
Dallas:
Chicago:
Houston:
63
271
274
448
453
519
577
Within 1-Hour Drive of
the America’s Distribution
Center- Memphis, TN
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Work Force
Major Service Employers
(200 Employees or more)
Company
Services
Total Emp. Level
St. Bernards Healthcare
Healthcare
2,777
Arkansas State University
Education
2,016
Wal-Mart Super Centers (2)
Retail
790
NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
Healthcare
770
Jonesboro Public Schools
Education
739
NEA Baptist Clinic
Healthcare
650
City of Jonesboro
Government
540
Mid-South Health Systems
Healthcare
508
Nettleton Public Schools
Education
449
Valley View Schools
Education
323
Jonesboro Human Development Center
Healthcare
299
Craighead County
Government
279
Focus, Inc.
Educational Services
253
Westside Public Schools
Education
251
Brookland Public Schools
Education
249
Liberty Bank of Arkansas
Financial
246
Trumann Public Schools
Education
242
Ritter Communications
Telecommunications
237
Harrisburg Public Schools
Education
230
Source: Major Employers Guide, Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, April 2013
Major Manufacturing Announcements
Employees
Products
Company 2000 to Present - 50 or More
Year Established
Frozen Foods
Present Emp. Level
2001
Nestlé USA
611
2006
Unilever (Formerly Alberto Culver) Personal Hair Care Products
386
2008
StarTek
Customer Care Center
350
2008
Nice-Pak Products, Inc.
Pre-Moistened Wipes
130
2008
Nordex USA
Wind Turbines
72
Source: Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, April 2013
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Work Force
Year
Expansions of Existing Industries
2000 to Present - 50 or More Employees
Company
Products
Salty Snacks
Emp. Added
2005
Frito-Lay
100
2007
Nestlé Prepared Foods Company Frozen Entrees
125
2008
Nestlé Prepared Foods Company Frozen Entrees
23
2008
J.K. Products & Services, Inc.
Tanning Equipment
20
2010
Hytrol Conveyor Company
Conveyors
51
2010
Nordex USA
Wind Turbine Nacelles
65
2010
Quad/Graphics
Commercial Printing
93
2010
Great Dane Trailers
Semi-Trailers
125
2011
Great Dane Trailers
Semi-Trailers
100
2011
Conveyors
2011
Moistened Wipes
2011
Unilver
Beauty Care Products
40
2012
Great Dane Trailers
Semi-Trailers
50
2012
Conveyors
84
2012
Moistened Wipes
41
2012
Unilever
Beauty Care Products
75
68
135
Source: Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, Annual Inventory of New & Expanded Industries, 2000-2012 (April 2013)
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Work Force
Existing Production and/or Distribution Type Industries
50 or More Employees
Company
Product
No. Employees
Apex Tool Group
Tool Boxes
200
Arkansas Glass Container
Glass Containers
250
Best Conveyors, Inc.
Flexible Conveyors
50
Butterball LLC
Chicken and Turkey Breast Products
216
Camfil APC
Air Filtration Systems
208
Colson Caster Corporation
Casters
81
Crane Composites
Fiberglass Panels
78
Engines, Inc.
Diesel Irrigation Power Units, Generator Sets, Re-Power, OEM, Marine Engines 78
Frito-Lay, Inc.
Salty Snacks
530
Great Dane Trailers
Semi-Trailers
300
Conveyor-Gravity Rack Systems
630
JK Products & Services, Inc.
Tanning Equipment
195
Jimco Lamp & Manufacturing Co. Portable Lamps
120
Jonesboro Sun
Newspaper
86
Millard Refrigerated Services
Refrigerated Warehousing
50
Nestlé USA
Frozen Entrees
610
Pre-Moistened Wipes
169
Nordex USA
Wind Turbine Nacelles
75
OPTUS
Voice and Data Communication Solutions
106
Post Foods LLC
Cereal
230
Riceland Foods
Rice, Rice Flour, Rice By-Products
280
Thomas & Betts Corporation
Electrical Components
375
Trinity Lighting
Lighting Fixtures
Unilever
Personal Hair Care Products
51
417
Source: Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, April 2013
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Work Force
Jonesboro Labor Market Area Population
16,083
17,969
17,264
42,090
31,206
17,415
96,443
46,480
17,997
24,583
17,870
50,902
Jonesboro Labor Market Area April 2013
County
Civilian Labor Force
Employed
Unemployed
5,725
5,100
625
10.8%
Craighead
49,175
46,075
3,100
6.3%
Crittenden
20,100
18,175
1,925
9.6%
Cross
7,950
7,325
625
8.0%
Greene
18,550
17,025
1,525
8.2%
Jackson
7,075
6,400
675
9.4%
Lawrence
7,150
6,525
625
8.7%
Mississippi
20,675
18,700
1,975
9.6%
Poinsett
10,600
9,825
775
7.4%
Randolph
6,925
6,300
625
8.9%
Sharp
5,900
5,325
575
9.7%
14,330
13,186
1,144
8.0%
174,155
159,961
14,194
8.2%
Clay
Dunklin, MO
TOTAL
8
Unemployment Rate
Source: “Arkansas Labor Market,” Department of Workforce Services, April 2013 “Local Area Unemployment Statistics,” Missouri Economic Research & Information Center,
April 2013; Data provided June 19, 2013.
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Work Force
Mean Wage Rates Per Hour
Jonesboro MSA
Job Classification
Average Hourly Wage
Bookkeeping, Accounting & Auditing Clerks
$14.59
Helpers - Production Workers
$9.83
Team Assemblers
$13.28
Industrial Truck & Tractor Operators
$13.24
Maintenance Workers Machinery
$17.59
Maintenance & Repair Workers, General
$16.31
First Line Supervisors/Managers of Production and Operating Workers
$22.95
Truck Drivers - Heavy & Tractor Trailers
$16.10
Computer Support Specialists
$16.07
Network & Computer System Administrator
$24.47
Financial Managers
$42.42
Medical and Clinical Lab Technicians
$13.99
Office Clerks, General
$10.85
Receptionist and Information Clerks
$10.35
Source: Department of Workforce Arkansas Occupational Employment & Wage Survey, Jonesboro MSA,
July 2012. (Updated April 2013)
Population and Income
Population Trends
Year
Jonesboro
1970
27,026
52,068
1980
31,530
63,239
1990
46,535
68,956
2000
55,515
82,148
2005
59,807
87,443 (112,539 MSA)
2010
67,263
96,443 (121,026 MSA)
2012 Est.
70,187
99,735 (124,042 MSA)
2017 Projection
75,016
106,754 (130,829 MSA)
Craighead County & Jonesboro MSA
Source: Population, U.S. Census Bureau and Esri Community Analyst, June 2013
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Population by Race/Ethnicity
Population by Age
Jonesboro
Craighead
County
Jonesboro
MSA
Arkansas
United
States
0 to 4
7.5%
7.3%
7.1%
6.7%
6.5%
5 to 9
7.0%
7.1%
6.9%
6.7%
6.5%
10 to 14
6.3%
6.6%
6.6%
6.7%
6.6%
15 to 19
7.8%
7.5%
7.3%
6.7%
6.8%
20 to 24
10.5%
9.2%
8.5%
6.9%
7.1%
25 to 34
15.3%
14.6%
14.0%
13.1%
13.5%
35 to 44
11.4%
12.0%
12.1%
12.2%
12.9%
45 to 54
11.5%
12.2%
12.5%
13.5%
14.1%
55 to 64
10.3%
10.9%
11.4%
12.5%
12.3%
65 to 74
6.6%
7.2%
7.7%
8.6%
7.5%
75 to 84
3.9%
3.9%
4.1%
4.6%
4.2%
85 +
1.7%
1.6%
1.6%
1.8%
1.9%
Source: Esri Community Analyst, 2012 Estimate; April 2013.
Jonesboro
Craighead
County
Jonesboro
MSA
Arkansas
United
States
White
74.0%
80.2%
82.1%
76.6%
71.9%
Black
18.6%
13.6%
12.3%
15.5%
12.6%
American Indian
0.5%
0.5%
0.4%
0.8%
1.0%
Asian
1.5%
1.1%
1.0%
1.3%
4.9%
Pacific Islander
0.1%
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
0.2%
Some Other Race
3.2%
2.7%
2.4%
3.6%
6.4%
Two or More Races
2.2%
1.9%
1.8%
2.0%
3.0%
Hispanic Ethnicity
5.6%
4.9%
4.4%
6.8%
16.9%
Source: Esri Community Analyst, 2012 Estimate; April 2013
Quick Figures
Jonesboro MSA:
Estimated median household income in 2012 - $35,926
Median owner-occupied home value in 2012 - $91,900
Education -
High school or higher: 83.4%
Bachelor’s degree or higher: 21.9%
Graduate or professional degree: 8.5%
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Mean travel time to work in 2010 - 16.9 minutes
Jonesboro MSA Unemployment Rates
Average Unemployment Rate for
2011: 7.6%
2010: 7.6%
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Household by Income
Jonesboro
Craighead
County
Jonesboro MSA
Arkansas
United States
$0 - $15,000
20.5%
20.5%
22.7%
18.6%
13.5%
$15,000 - $24,999
13.4%
13.2%
12.9%
14.8%
11.2%
$25,000 - $34,999
12.4%
13.1%
13.3%
13.2%
10.7%
$35,000 - $49,999
11.7%
12.5%
12.9%
15.8%
14.5%
$50,000 - $74,999
17.8%
18.1%
18.1%
17.6%
18.6%
$75,000 - $99,999
10.2%
10.1%
9.2%
8.4%
11.3%
$100,000 - $149,999
10.0%
8.9%
7.7%
7.7%
12.0%
$150,000 - $199,999
2.4%
2.2%
2.0%
2.0%
4.2%
$200,000 +
1.6%
1.4%
1.1%
1.8%
4.0%
Average Household Income
$54,633
$52,749
$49,736
$51,955
$68,162
Per Capita Income
$22,623
$21,501
$20,284
$21,011
$26,409
Source: Esri Community Analyst, 2012 Estimate; April 2013
Transportation
Highways
Interstates: I-55 (44 miles), I-40 (63 miles)
U.S. Highways: 49, 63 (Future I-555),
67 (20 miles), 412 (17 miles)
State Highways: 1, 18, 91, 141, 163,
226, 351, 463
Airports
Local: Jonesboro Municipal Airport
Commercial Airline Service to Lambert St. Louis International
Airport provided daily by Air Choice One Airlines
Runway Lengths: Runway 5/23: 6,200 ft. x 150 ft. wide
Runway 13/31: 4,099 ft. x 150 ft. wide
Runway Surfaces: Paved
Local Charter Service: Air Center, Inc.
Lighted Runways: Yes
ILS Approach in Use: Yes
Motor Freight Carriers
There are 41 Motor Freight Carriers
servicing Jonesboro
Rail Service
Burlington Northern/Santa Fe Main Line
Union Pacific Main Line
Nearest International Service:
Memphis International Airport (78 Miles)
Memphis, Tennessee (65 miles)
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Utilities
Electricity
Water
Local Supplier: Jonesboro City Water & Light
Power Generation Co.: Jonesboro City Water & Light
& Southwest Power Administration
System Peak Design Capacity: 495 MW
Peak Demand (August 3, 2011): 303 MW
2012 Average Industrial Cost per kWh: 4.73 cents
Water Source: 30 Deep Wells
Treatment Capacity: 38.5 MGD
Peak Usage: 29.26 MGD (June 30, 2012)
Surplus Capacity: 9.24 MGD
Storage (Elevated and Ground): 14.5 MG
Wastewater Treatment
Natural Gas
Type of Treatment: Trickle Filter, Activated Sludge
Treatment Capacity: 13.5 MGD
Current Flow: 6.8 MGD
Surplus Capacity: 6.7 MGD
Transmission System: Noram Gas Transmission
Local Distribution Company: CenterPoint Energy
Source: Jonesboro City Water & Light, April 2013
“City Water and Light has significant excess capacity in the water, wastewater and electricity areas.
We offer some of the lowest rates in the country and have not had an electric rate increase since 1984.
We believe that CW&L’s position will continue to strengthen in the future, thus greatly benefiting our
community in numerous ways for years to come.”
--Kevan Inboden, Special Projects Administrator, City Water & Light
Business Climate
Professional Industrial Associations
Jonesboro has many professional industrial associations,
including the following:
American Society for Quality
Arkansas Society for Human Resource Managers
NEA Association for Operations Management
Northeast Arkansas Existing Industries Association
Northeast Arkansas Purchasing Management Association
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Society of Manufacturing Engineers
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Business Climate
Location Inducements
The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) prepares an incentive package for projects which reach
a certain positive economic impact. It could contain, but not be limited to the following: The Advantage Arkansas
Program, the InvestArk Tax Credit, the Tax Back program, the ArkPlus program, Customized Training Incentives, and the
Create Rebate Program.
Choice of pre-zoned industrial sites, with all utilities available immediately. The Arkansas Economic Development
Commission (AEDC) often partners with companies and communities to share the cost of project infrastructure needs.
Those infrastructure needs can include, but are not limited to, site work, parking lots, relocating roads, sewer and water
improvements, and rail spurs, where needed.
If taxable, or non-taxable, municipal Industrial Revenue Bonds are used to finance the land, building, and equipment
for this project, we will execute a letter of agreement for a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). State law requires that the
agreement provide at least 35% of the regular annual tax rate until the bonds are retired.
Jonesboro Unlimited will pay the water main tap fee and the sewer main inspection connection fee required.
The plant manager assigned to the facility will become a member of the Northeast Arkansas Existing Industries
Association. (A local manufacturers’ association which meets six times annually.)
The Jonesboro Economic Development Corporation and the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce offers to bring
a team to your company to brief transferring employees on the benefits of living in Jonesboro.
Local Government
Form of Government
City: Mayor/Council
County: Judge/Quorum Court
Full-Time Firefighters
City: 112 Firefighters
Equipment: 19 Units
Fire Insurance Class Rating
City: 3
Full-Time Policemen
City: 150 Officers
County: 29 Deputies
The City of Jonesboro has both Planning and Zoning
Enforcements.
Source: City of Jonesboro and Craighead County, April 2013
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Business Climate
Local Taxes
Applicable Ad Valorem Taxes
$48.05 per $1,000 Assessed Value
Rate: County General:
County Road:
Library:
Policemen’s Pension:
Firemen’s Pension:
Nettleton School Millage:
.0040
.0021
.0020
.0005
.0005
.03895
.04805
Rate of Assessment
Residential, Industrial Real and Industrial Personal
are each assessed at 20% of market value.
Raw Materials
Goods-in-Process Inventory
Finished Goods Inventory
Tangible personal property in transit through Arkansas and inventory
tangible personal property manufactured, processed or refined in Arkansas
and stored for shipment outside the state are exempt.
Sales Tax
State Sales Tax:
Local Sales Tax:
Total:
6.0%
2.5%
8.5%
(State sales tax on Groceries 1.5%)
There are no Municipal related taxes on employees.
Source: Craighead County Tax Assessor, April 2013
Area Landfills
Local Landfill
Legacy Landfill
Class 1 Classification
100 Years Life Expectancy
Current Permit Expires July 2014
870.972.6353
Hazardous Waste Landfill:
Chemical Waste Management (Waste Management)
36964 Hwy. 17 North; Emelle, AL 35459
800.963.4776 - www.wmsolutions.com/facilities
Hazardous Waste Incinerator
Clean Harbors El Dorado, LLC
309 American Circle; El Dorado, AR 71730
870-863-7173 - www.cleanharbors.com
Source: Craighead County Solid Waste Disposal Authority, April 2013
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Education/Training
Awards
Public Education
Jonesboro
Enrollment 2012-2013
Jonesboro
Kindergarten
Nettleton
Valley View
540
286
200
Grades 1-6
2,741
1,527
1,191
Grades 7-9
1,168
740
609
Grades 10-12
1,068
658
519
High School Graduates
Jonesboro
Nettleton
Valley View
2012
323
190
137
2011
280
205
150
2010
347
173
134
2009
331
205
119
2008
309
160
116
School District Drop-Out Rate
Jonesboro
Nettleton
Valley View
3.5%
1.3%
0.8%
Pupil/Teacher Ration
Jonesboro
Nettleton
From National Merit Finalist to Presidential
Scholar Finalist, Jonesboro High School
graduates distinguish themselves as
some of the strongest in the nation. The
Jonesboro High School Class of 2011
received over $7.6 million in scholarship
monies and Newsweek Magazine
recognized JHS as one of the top high
schools in the nation.
Nettleton
Nettleton Public Schools has 31 National
Board Certified staff members. Staff
recognitions include Milken National
Educator Award, Arkansas Teachers of the
Year, Presidential Award of Excellence in
“Teaching Science and Math,” National
Outstanding Agri Teacher, Arkansas
Counselor of the Year, Business Teacher of
the Year, Coaches of the Year, and Arkansas
School Recognition Award.
Valley View
Valley View Public Schools has a 169,000
Square Foot high school under construction,
which will include 30 academic classrooms,
four classrooms for the arts, five special
education spaces and workforce
development space. It will highlight modern
classroom technology and modern science
lab equipment. The facility will also include
a 2,200 seat gymnasium.
Valley View
Grades K-6
17.5
14.6
15.54
Grades 7-9
14.1
15.55
15.54
Grades 10-12
13.9
14.83
14.75
Source (April 013):
Arkansas Department of Education
Arkansas Department of Education Data Center, General District
Information
NORMES, District Report Cards 2010-2011 school year
U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics
Common Core of Data, Search for Public Schools 2010-2011
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Education/Training
Public Education
Graduates Seeking Higher Levels of Education
Jonesboro
2011-2012
Nettleton
54.2%
ACT Scores
Valley View
62.1%
65.0%
Percentage of Students taking ACT Test
Jonesboro
Nettleton
Valley View
Arkansas
2012
21.4
21.3
22.6
20.3
2011
21.1
21.6
23.0
19.9
2010
21.4
21.7
22.3
20.3
Jonesboro
Nettleton
Valley View
2009
21.1
22.4
22.6
20.6
75.2%
73.7%
84.7%
2008
20.9
22.3
21.5
20.6
Source: Arkansas Research Center, April 2013
Private Education
Ridgefield Christian School
Enrollment
2012-2013
Pupil-Teacher
Average Ratio
Pre-Kindergarten
27
NA
Kindergarten
15
9:1
Elementary (1-6)
82
8:1
Junior High (7-9)
47
5.3:1
High School (10-12)
78
6.5:1
ANSAA (Arkansas Non-Public School Accreding Association)
www.ridgefieldchristian.org
High School Graduates in 2012: 20 Drop-Out Rate: 0%
Graduates Seeking Higher Levels of Education: 100%
Percentage of Students taking the ACT Test: 95%
ACT Composite Scores: 22.2 (2012) and 23.0 (2011)
Enrollment
2012-2013
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Ridgefield is a non-denominational private Christian school that
provides a distinctively Christ-centered, Bible-based education.
The purpose of this ministry is to guide students in the knowledge
of God, the development of Christian character, and academic
excellence. RCS has a wide variety of course offerings, as well as
many extracurricular activities. Graduates leave Ridgefield well
prepared for college and for life.
Source: Ridgefield Christian School, April 2013
Blessed Sacrament
Pre-Kindergarten
12
Kindergarten
15
1st Grade
18
2nd Grade
18
3rd Grade
18
4th Grade
18
Founded in 1886, Blessed Sacrament School provides an educational foundation and community
experience based on gospel values. An accelerated curriculum is offered to students in grades K-6.
Blessed Sacrament seeks to promote mastery of basic skills of communication, decision making,
problem solving and creative expression in their students, with each student being challenged to
become responsible, self-motivated and self-disciplined. They also strive to instill in each child a
sense of self-worth and enthusiasm for lifelong learning. Students are provided spiritual guidance
and enrichment via a daily religion class. Extra-curricular activities are offered in the areas of P.E.,
music, library, art, Spanish, and the annual science fair and art show. Students also participate in
several student-led service projects throughout the year.
ANSAA (Arkansas Non-Public School Accrediting Association)
www.catholicjonesboro.com/school/bscs.htm
5th Grade
14
Source:
6th Grade
9
Blessed Sacrament School, April 2013
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Education/Training
Private Education
Concordia Christian Academy
Concordia Christian Academy is a school transformed by the love of
Christ. They try to apply this principle to all aspects of the school. They
use a multi-sensory approach to teaching all subject areas. This allows
all students to be taught in the way they learn best. They use multi-age
classrooms which allow students to have more help with the subjects they
are weakest in and more challenges in teh areas in which they excel. Some
of the school’s other strengths include a family atmosphere, individualized
attention, Christ centered discipline and a daily Bible class.
NLSA Accredited (National Lutheran Schools Association)
www.concordiachristian.com
Enrollment
Pupil-Teacher
Ratio (Maximum)
Pre-Kindergarten (3-4 yr)
13
12
Kindergarten (4-5 yr)
15
15
Kindergarten
14
15
1st - 2nd Grades
17
15
3rd - 4th Grades
24
15
5th Grade
8
15
6th Grade
8
15
7th Grade
2
15
Source: Concordia Christian Academy, January 2012
Vocational Training
Northeast Arkansas Career &
Technical Center
Jonesboro, Arkansas
School Districts Participating: 12
Enrollment:
500
Courses Offered
Advanced Manufacturing
Advertising and Graphic Design
Automotive Collision Technology
Automotive Service Technology
Criminal Justice
Culinary Arts
Electronics
Health Science Technology
Horticulture
Hospitality Management
HVACR
Arkansas State University Newport
Jonesboro & Marked Tree Campuses
Associate of Applied Science
General Technology
Hospitality (Food & Service Management)
Hospitality (Culinary Service)
Plumbing
Industrial Maintenance
Technical Certificates
Certificate of Proficiency
Culinary Services
Food Services Management
Emergency Medical Technician
Industrial Maintenance
Phlebotomy
Plumbing Technology
Welding for Construction
Practical Nursing
Welding for Manufacturing
Telecommunications
Hospitality Services
Welding
http://www.asun.edu/Campuses
Source: ASU Newport, April 2013
www.jonesboroatc.com
Source: NEATC, April 2013
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Education/Training
The Arkansas State University (ASU) system is headquartered in Jonesboro
and provides numerous benefits to companies located in the region. The
system is comprised of campuses across northeast Arkansas in Jonesboro,
Beebe, Mountain Home and Newport. Programs offered include technical
certificates and associate degrees through the doctoral level. With over
22,000 students, ASU helps to ensure a quality and dynamic workforce.
ASU offers 45 degrees and over 160 undergraduate and graduate fields
of study, including specialized areas in business, engineering, agriculture,
nursing and health professions and many more.
The university is committed to providing training and educational programs
through the Delta Center for Economic Development and the ASU Newport Jonesboro Campus. These programs are designed to assist new companies
as well as provide on-going training for existing companies. The training
programs are customized to meet the specific needs of the company.
ASU is the home of the Arkansas Bioscience Institute (ABI). ABI is a
collaborative research effort of five institutions. The purpose of ABI is to
improve the lives of Arkansans through agriculture and medical research. Key research areas include agriculture and
disease, molecular innovations in food science, Plant metabolic engineering and plant based protein production.
The state of the art facility provides significant resources to faculty, students and industry in several areas including plant
genetic engineering, DNA and protein analyses, mammalian cell culture, microscopy and analytical support. ABI partners
with companies to conduct research and faculty are encouraged to identify products and processes that may someday
have commercial applications.
In addition to teaching and research, ASU serves as a source for numerous cultural and recreational activities. ASU plays
host to a variety of concerts, lectures and art exhibits. Spectators can also watch exciting men’s and women’s college
athletics.
Arkansas State University has served the region for over a century and looks forward to continuing to meet the needs of the
citizens and companies of the future.
“In 1909, Arkansas State University was created in Jonesboro because the local leadership recognized
the economic value of attracting an educational institution to the community. Today, the relationship
between higher education and economic development is more important than ever. ASU contributes to
the economic development of our region and state through our academic offerings, research initiatives,
and outreach programs. Education and economic development are inextricably linked and all of us must
work closely together to enhance both these efforts for the good of our community and state.”
-- Dr. Charles L. Welch, ASU System President
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ARKANSAS
Education/Training
Colleges/Universities Located within 50-Miles of Jonesboro
Name
PO Box 10
Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401
870-972-3030
www.astate.edu
Enrollment
Fall 2012
13,877
Degree Offered
Associates, Bachelors, Masters,
Specialists, Ph.D.
Crowley’s Ridge College
100 College Drive
Paragould, Arkansas 72450
870-236-6901
www.crc.edu
206
Arkansas Northeastern College
2501 S. Division Street
Blytheville, Arkansas 72315
870-762-1020
www.anc.edu
1,672
Williams Baptist College
PO Box 3737
Walnut Ridge, Arkansas
870-759-4120
www.wbcoll.edu
566
Black River Technical College
1410 Hwy. 304 East
Pocahontas, Arkansas 72455
870-248-4000
www.blackrivertech.org
2,404
Associates, Technical Certificates
2,043
Associates, Certificates, LPN,
Transfer Courses
ASU Newport
7648 Victory Blvd.
Newport, Arkansas 72112
870-512-7800
www.asun.edu
Branches: ASU Technical Center
PO Box 280, Marked Tree, AR 72365
870-358-2117
5504 Krueger Drive, Jonesboro, AR 72401
870-932-2176
www.asun.edu/campuses
Source: Arkansas Department of Higher Education, April 2013
Associates, Bachelors
Associates, Certificates
Associates, Bachelors
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Education/Training
Jonesboro’s Solution for Cutting-Edge Skills Training
Cutting-edge training that delivers an immediate and sustained return on investment for existing and future
employees is critical to the success of any workforce development strategy and is absolutely essential in today’s fastpaced, ever-changing, globally-competitive business environment. Jonesboro’s solution to skills training for industry
comes by way of the Workforce Training Consortium (WTC), which has been a vital component of this area’s economic
development activities since 1995. The WTC is a non-profit consortium of industry and education formed to develop
an employer driven training center.
The WTC is located at the ASU Newport Jonesboro Campus at 5504 Krueger Drive in the center of the Jonesboro
Industrial Park. Regional employers are invited to become members, with fees assessed based on the level of
membership.
Curriculum includes courses in the following areas:
Professional Development
Supervisory Skills
LEAN 101
Safety & First Aid, CPR
GMPs
Adult Education
Assessments
Computer Literacy & Applications
Construction
Electrical
Mechanical
Welding
Learn all about the WTC at www.wtcjonesboro.com where you can also view the current schedule of classes, or contact
the ASU Newport Jonesboro Campus for more information at 870.933.9788.
“The Workforce Training Consortium (WTC) provides opportunities for employees to enhance
their existing skills and develop new skills. The industry driven program provides quality, affordable
and convenient training. We are blessed to have such a wonderful resource. A definite home run!!”
--Gregg Goodner, President, Hytrol Conveyor Company
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ARKANSAS
Local Lifestyle
Financial
Banks: 14
Local Media
Newspapers
Worship Centers
Protestant - Over 90
Catholic - 1
Jewish - 1
Islamic - 1
Hotels/Motels
Jonesboro Sun
Arkansas State University Herald
Radio Stations
Oldies 92.7 FM
HOT 107.5 FM Party
KASU - 91.9 FM Public Radio
KAOG - 90.5 FM Christian
KBTM - 1230 AM News Talk
KDXY - 104.9 FM Country
KEGI - 100.5 FM Rock
KFIN - 107.9 FM Country
KIYS - 101.7 FM Top 40
KJBX - 106.3 FM Mix
KNEA - 970 AM Sports
KWHF - 95.9 FM Classic Country
Television
KAIT 8 (ABC)
KTEJ-TV (PBS)
KVTJ-TV (Christian)
Hotels/Motels:
Number of Beds:
21
1,476
Residential Housing
Price Range
Number of Homes Available in
Jonesboro, AR
0-$100,000
110
$100,001-$200,000
232
$200,001-$250,000
47
$250,001-$300,000
48
$300,001 & Above
94
Total
531
Source: Jonesboro Board of Realtors, May 2013
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Local Lifestyle
Healthcare
Hospitals
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital - 67
MidSouth Health Systems - 16
NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital - 100 (181 after
completion of new hospital construction)
St. Bernard’s Medical Center - 375
St. Bernard’s Behavioral Health System - 60
Surgical Hospital of Jonesboro - 12
Outpatient Surgery Center (Day surgery, no licensed
beds for overnight.)
Total Beds: 630
24-Hour Emergency Medical Mobile Services
Physicians:
Dentists:
Clinics:
466
63
75
Source: Arkansas State Medical Board; Arkansas State
AACLS Advanced Air Ambulance
Airevac Lifeteam
Emerson Ambulance Service
Hospital Wing
Medic-One Ambulance
Board of Dental Examiners, April 2013
Recreation
Parks
Municipal Parks - 21
State Parks - 3 within 25 miles or less
Federal Parks - 2 within 100 miles or less
Public Golf Courses
Sage Meadows Golf Course (18-hole Golf Course)
Links at Jonesboro (9-hole Golf course)
Private Country Clubs
Jonesboro Country Club (18-hole Golf Course)
RidgePointe Country Club (18-hole Golf Course)
Public Libraries
Craighead County/Jonesboro Public Library
Offers 184,653 Books/Media and 355 periodicals
(Includes 7 branches)
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