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Parks director outlines growth in Jonesboro youth sports; city plans more swim lessons and programs
Summary
Interim parks director Jim Stearns told the council Jan. 6 that 7,772 children participated in city-run youth sports in 2025 and previewed multiple upcoming tournaments and registration numbers; staff said they plan to increase swim lessons and accessibility at park facilities.
Interim Parks Director Jim Stearns told the City Council on Jan. 6 that parks and recreation staff have focused on continuity and growth following organizational changes, reporting that 7,772 youth participated in parks sports programming in 2025.
Stearns listed recent and upcoming events — Miracle League Disc Golf Day, a Miracle League Christmas party, the Dr. Troy Bartels…
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