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LOCATION PROFILE 2012

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 67,000. Our Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is over 121,000. 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,

Mark Young President and CEO

PopulationUS Census

City: 67,263 (2010)Craighead County: 96,443 (2010)

MSA: 121,026 (2010)

TransportationHighways: 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: Thereare 41 motor freight carriers servicing the Jonesboro area

Airport Facilities: JonesboroMunicipal Airport - Charter Serviceand 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

UtilitiesElectricity:

Jonesboro City Water & LightNatural Gas:

CenterPoint EnergyWater:

Jonesboro City Water & LightTelephone:

AT&T, Suddenlink & Ritter Communications

Jonesboro Labor MarketCivilian Labor Force

179,506 (August 2012)

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At a Glance

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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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Jonesboro provides access to many major markets.

Miles to major cities:

Memphis: 63St. Louis: 271Nashville: 274Atlanta: 448Dallas: 453Chicago: 519Houston: 577

Within 1-Hour Drive of the America’s Distribution

Center- Memphis, TN


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(200 Employees or more)

Source: Major Employers Guide, Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, December 2011

Source: Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, December 2011

Work ForceMajor Service Employers

Company Services Total Emp. LevelSt. Bernards Medical Center Healthcare 2,536Arkansas State University Education 1,850Jonesboro Public Schools Education 738NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital Healthcare 730Wal-Mart Super Centers (2) Retail 706NEA Baptist Clinic Healthcare 520City of Jonesboro Government 498Nettleton Public Schools Education 464Valley View Public Schools Education 310Westside Public Schools Education 287Craighead County Government 279Focus, Inc. Educational Services 263Trumann Public Schools Education 263Jonesboro Human Development Center Healthcare 230Liberty Bank of Arkansas Financial 224Harrisburg Public Schools Education 220Brookland Public Schools Education 211HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital Healthcare 200

Major Manufacturing Announcements2000 to Present - 50 or More Employees

Year Established Company Present Emp. Level2001 Nestlé USA Frozen Foods 6112006 Unilever (Formerly Alberto Culver) Personal Hair Care Products 3862008 StarTek Customer Care Center 3502008 Nice-Pak Products, Inc. Pre-Moistened Wipes 1302008 Nordex USA Wind Turbines 72

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Source: Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, Annual Inventory of New & Expanded Industries, 2000-2010 (December 2011)

Expansions of Existing Industries2000 to Present - 50 or More Employees

Company Products

Work Force

Year

Emp. Added2000 Frito-Lay, Inc. Salty Snacks 1262000 Hytrol Conveyor Company Conveyors 502001 Frito-Lay Salty Snacks 1002002 Thomas & Betts Electrical Connectors 802002 Arkansas Glass Container Glass Jars 502003 J.K. Products & Services Tanning Equipment 1032003 Thomas & Betts Electrical Fittings 2002004 Frito-Lay Salty Snacks 802004 Hytrol Conveyor Company Conveyors 1002005 Frito-Lay Salty Snacks 1002007 Nestlé Prepared Foods Company Frozen Entrees 1252008 Nestlé Prepared Foods Company Frozen Entrees 232008 J.K. Products & Services, Inc. Tanning Equipment 202010 Hytrol Conveyor Company Conveyors 512010 Nordex USA Wind Turbine Nacelles 652010 Quad/Graphics Commercial Printing 932010 Great Dane Trailers Semi-Trailers 125


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Source: Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, December 2011

Work ForceExisting Production and/or Distribution Type Industries

50 or More Employees

ProductCompany No. EmployeesArkansas Glass Container Glass Containers 265Best Conveyors, Inc. Flexible Conveyors 69Butterball LLC Chicken and Turkey Breast Products 175Camfil Farr APC Air Filtration Systems 192Colson Caster Corporation Casters 90Colson Monette Wheels 75Crane Composites Fiberglass Panels 100Delta Consolidated Industries Utility Tool Boxes, Fuel Tanks, Construction Site Tool Boxes 175Ditta Door & Hardware Doors & Hardware, Specialty Products 50Engines, Inc. Diesel Irrigation Power Units, Generator Sets, Re-Power, OEM, Marine Engines 89Frito-Lay, Inc. Salty Snacks 487Great Dane Trailers Semi-Trailers 290Hytrol Conveyor Company Conveyor-Gravity Rack Systems 560JK Products & Services, Inc. Tanning Equipment 150Jimco Lamp & Manufacturing Co. Portable Lamps 120Jonesboro Sun Newspaper 87Millard Refrigerated Services Refrigerated Warehousing 51Nestlé USA Frozen Entrees 611Nice-Pak Products, Inc. Pre-Moistened Wipes 130Nordex USA Wind Turbine Nacelles 72OPTUS Voice and Data Communication Solutions 100Post Foods LLC Cereal 249Quad/Graphics Commercial Printing 650Riceland Foods Rice, Rice Flour, Rice By-Products 281Spirit Fitness Products Treadmills 56StarTek, Inc. Customer Care Center 350Thomas & Betts Corporation Electrical Components 350Unilever Personal Hair Care Products 386


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46,48096,443

24,583

17,87050,902

17,997

17,41517,264

17,96916,083

42,090 31,206

Jonesboro Labor Market Area August 2012 Civilian Labor Force Employed

Work Force

Unemployment RateClay 5,975 5,300 675 11.3%

Craighead 49,600 46,350 3,250 6.5%Crittenden 21,950 19,600 2,350 10.7%

Cross 8,475 7,850 625 7.3%

Greene 18,950 17,350 1,600 8.4%

Jackson 7,450 6,775 675 9.0%

Lawrence 7,100 6,475 625 8.7%

Mississippi 22,175 20,050 2,125 9.6%

Poinsett 10,875 10,100 775 7.1%

Randolph 7,350 6,675 675 9.2%

Sharp 6,150 5,550 600 9.7%

Dunklin, MO 13,456 12,217 1,239 9.2%

TOTAL 179,506 164,292 15,214 8.5%Source: “Arkansas Labor Market,” Department of Workforce Services, August 2012 “Local Area Unemployment Statistics,” Missouri Economic Research & Information Center, August 2012; Data provided October 16, 2012.

Jonesboro Labor Market Area Population

County Unemployed


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Source: Population, U.S. Census Bureau and DemographicsNow, December 2011

Source: Department of Workforce Arkansas Occupational Employment & Wage Survey, Jonesboro MSA, July 2011 (updated December 2011)

Work ForceMean Wage Rates Per Hour

Jonesboro MSA

Bookkeeping, Accounting & Auditing Clerks $14.01Assemblers & Fabricators $9.13Team Assemblers $12.96Industrial Truck & Tractor Operators $13.13Maintenance Workers Machinery $10.98Maintenance & Repair Workers, General $15.63First Line Supervisors/Managers of Production and Operating Workers $21.51Truck Drivers - Heavy & Tractor Trailers $14.95Computer Support Specialists $15.95Network & Computer System Administrator $24.00Financial Managers $40.89Medical and Clinical Lab Technicians $14.24Office Clerks, General $10.46Receptionist and Information Clerks $10.62

Job Classification Average Hourly Wage

Population and Income Population Trends

1970 27,026 52,0681980 31,530 63,2391990 46,535 68,9562000 55,515 82,1482005 59,358 86,735 (113,084 MSA)2010 67,263 96,443 (121,026 MSA)2011 Est. 68,218 98,697 (123,111 MSA)2016 Projection 74,677 107,682 (131,583 MSA)

Year Jonesboro Craighead County & Jonesboro MSA


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0 to 4 8.1% 8.1% 7.8% 7.0% 6.9%5 to 14 12.9% 13.2% 13.3% 13.4% 13.3%15 to 19 6.2% 6.8% 6.8% 6.8% 6.9%20 to 24 6.8% 7.2% 7.0% 6.8% 7.0%25 to 34 18.0% 17.1% 16.2% 13.3% 13.4%35 to 44 13.2% 12.7% 12.8% 12.8% 13.7%45 to 54 12.7% 12.3% 12.6% 13.6% 14.3%55 to 64 10.3% 10.3% 10.7% 11.6% 11.3%65 to 74 6.3% 6.5% 6.9% 7.8% 6.9%75 to 84 3.8% 3.9% 4.2% 4.8% 4.3%85+ 1.8% 1.8% 1.8% 2.1% 1.9%

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States

Source: DemographicsNow; 2011 Estimates; December 2011Population by Race/Ethnicity

White 74.9% 81.1% 82.8% 77.0% 72.4%Black 18.3% 13.2% 12.1% 15.4% 12.6%American Indian or Alaska Native 0.4% 0.4% 0.3% 0.8% 1.0% Asian or Pacific Islander 1.6% 1.1% 1.0% 1.4% 4.9%Some other Race 2.3% 1.9% 1.7% 2.8% 5.9%Two or More Races 2.6% 2.3% 2.1% 2.5% 3.2%Hispanic Ethnicity 5.6% 4.9% 4.3% 6.8% 16.9%

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JonesboroMSA Arkansas United

States

Source: DemographicsNow; 2011 Estimates; December 2011

Quick Figures Jonesboro MSA:Estimated median household income in 2011 - $39,265

Median owner-occupied home value in 2010 - $105,000

Education - High school or higher: 82.9% Bachelor’s degree or higher: 20.4% Graduate or professional degree: 7.4%

Mean travel time to work in 2010 - 19.3 minutes

Jonesboro MSA Unemployment Rates Average Unemployment Rate for 2010: 7.5% 2009: 6.9%


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AirportsLocal: Jonesboro Municipal AirportCommercial Airline Service to Lambert St. Louis International Airport provided daily by Air Choice One Airlines

U.S. Highways: 49, 63 (Future I-555), 67 (20 miles), 412 (17 miles)

State Highways: 1, 18, 91, 141, 163, 226, 351, 463

HighwaysInterstates: I-55 (44 miles), I-40 (63 miles)

Rail ServiceBurlington Northern/Santa Fe Main LineUnion Pacific Main Line

Motor Freight CarriersThere are 41 Motor Freight Carriers servicing Jonesboro

Nearest International Service: Memphis International Airport (78 Miles)Memphis, Tennessee (65 miles)

Runway Lengths: Runway 5/23: 6,200 ft. x 150 ft. wideRunway 13/31: 4,099 ft. x 150 ft. wideRunway Surfaces: PavedLocal Charter Service: Air Center, Inc.Lighted Runways: YesILS Approach in Use: Yes

Transportation

Population and IncomeHousehold by Income

$0 - $15,000 20.4% 19.2% 20.7% 17.3% 12.4% $15,000 - $24,999 12.0% 12.0% 12.2% 14.1% 10.4% $25,000 - $34,999 12.7% 13.3% 13.1% 12.7% 10.2% $35,000 - $49,999 11.8% 12.3% 13.3% 15.5% 13.8% $50,000 - $74,999 16.8% 19.0% 18.7% 18.0% 18.6% $75,000 - $99,999 11.2% 11.2% 10.5% 10.3% 12.8% $100,000 - $149,999 10.0% 9.0% 7.9% 8.2% 13.0% $150,000 + 5.0% 4.2% 3.7% 4.0% 8.9% Average Household Income $58,159 $56,229 $53,232 $54,485 $73,444 Per Capita Income $23,462 $22,468 $21,242 $21,987 $28,703

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Source: DemographicsNow; 2011 Estimates; December 2011


onesboroJElectricityLocal Supplier: Jonesboro City Water & LightPower Generation Co.: Jonesboro City Water & Light & Southwest Power AdministrationSystem Peak Design Capacity: 495 MWPeak Demand (August 3, 2011): 303 MW2011 Average Industrial Cost per kWh: 4.60 cents

Wastewater TreatmentLocal Supplier: Jonesboro City Water & LightType of Treatment: Trickle Filter, Activated SludgeTreatment Capacity: 13.5 MGDPeak Sewer Treatment: 6.3 MGDSurplus Capacity: 7.2 MGDSource: Jonesboro City Water & Light, October 2011

WaterLocal Supplier: Jonesboro City Water & LightSource of Supply: 26 Deep WellsTreatment Capacity: 38.5 MGDPeak Usage: 28 MGD (June 19, 2010)Surplus Capacity: 10.5 MGDStorage (Elevated and Ground): 14.5 MG

Natural GasTransmission System: Noram Gas TransmissionLocal Distribution Company: CenterPoint Energy

“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

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

Society of Manufacturing Engineers

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Form of GovernmentCity: Mayor/CouncilCounty: Judge/Quorum Court

Full-Time Policemen City: 145 OfficersCounty: 29 Deputies

Fire Insurance Class Rating City: 3

Full-Time Firefighters City: 112 FirefightersEquipment: 19 Units

The City of Jonesboro has both Planning and Zoning Enforcements.

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.

Business ClimateLocation Inducements

Local Government

Source: City of Jonesboro and Craighead County, December 2011


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Hazardous Waste Landfill: Hazardous Waste IncineratorChemical Waste Management (Waste Management) Clean Harbors El Dorado, LLC36964 Hwy. 17 North; Emelle, AL 35459 309 American Circle; El Dorado, AR 71730800.963.4776 - www.wmsolutions.com/facilities 870-863-7173 - www.cleanharbors.com

Applicable Ad Valorem Taxes$48.05 per $1,000 Assessed Value

Rate: County General: .0040County Road: .0021Library: .0020Policemen’s Pension: .0005Firemen’s Pension: .0005Nettleton School Millage: .03895 .04805

Rate of AssessmentResidential, Industrial Real and Industrial Personalare each assessed at 20% of market value.

Raw MaterialsGoods-in-Process InventoryFinished Goods Inventory

Sales TaxState Sales Tax: 6.0% (State sales tax on Groceries 1.5%)Local Sales Tax: 2.5% Total: 8.5%

There are no Municipal related taxes on employees.

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.

Local LandfillLegacy Landfill

Class 1 Classification100 Years Life Expectancy

Current Permit Expires July 2014870.972.6353

Source: Craighead County Solid Waste Disposal Authority, December 2011

Source: Craighead County Tax Assessor, August 2012

Business ClimateLocal Taxes

Area Landfills


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JonesboroFrom 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.

Valley ViewValley 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.

NettletonNettleton 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.

Education/TrainingPublic Education

Awards

2011 280 205 1502010 347 173 1342009 331 205 1192008 309 160 1162007 314 156 115

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High School Graduates

4.4% 1.8% 0.4%Jonesboro Nettleton Valley View

School District Drop-Out Rate

Grades K-6 15.25:1 16.05:1 15.47:1Grades 7-9 12.32:1 13.29:1 12.45:1Grades 10-12 13.84:1 13.27:1 12.45:1


Pupil/Teacher Ration

Source (December 2011):Arkansas Department of EducationArkansas Department of Education Data Center, General District InformationNORMES, District Report Cards 2009-2010 school yearU.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics Common Core of Data, Search for Public Schools 2009-2010

Kindergarten 492 280 202Grades 1-6 2,681 1,505 1,168Grades 7-9 1,186 713 609Grades 10-12 1,077 633 485


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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

Source: Blessed Sacrament School, December 2011

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.

ANSAA (Arkansas Non-Public School Accreding Association)www.ridgefieldchristian.org Source: Ridgefield Christian School, December 2011

Source: Arkansas Research Center, December 2011

High School Graduates in 2011: 22 Drop-Out Rate: 0%Graduates Seeking Higher Levels of Education: 100%Percentage of Students taking the ACT Test: 95%ACT Composite Scores: 23.0.7 (2011) and 22.7 (2010)

Education/TrainingPublic Education

2009-2010 74.3% 72.2% 85.5%Jonesboro Nettleton Valley View

Graduates Seeking Higher Levels of Education

69.7% 72.5% 84.9%Jonesboro Nettleton Valley View

Percentage of Students taking ACT Test

2010-2011 21.1 21.6 23.0 19.92009-2010 21.4 21.7 22.3 20.32008-2009 21.1 22.4 22.6 20.62007-2008 20.9 22.3 21.5 20.62006-2007 21.9 21.3 22.1 20.5


ACT ScoresArkansas

Private Education

Pre-Kindergarten 34 NAKindergarten 9 9:1Elementary (1-6) 97 8:1Junior High (7-9) 53 5.3:1High School (10-12) 71 6.5:1

Enrollment2011-2012

Pupil-TeacherAverage Ratio

Ridgefield Christian School

Blessed Sacrament

Pre-Kindergarten 12Kindergarten 151st Grade 182nd Grade 183rd Grade 184th Grade 185th Grade 146th Grade 9

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2010-2011 21.1 21.6 23.0 19.92009-2010 21.4 21.7 22.3 20.32008-2009 21.1 22.4 22.6 20.62007-2008 20.9 22.3 21.5 20.62006-2007 21.9 21.3 22.1 20.5

Concordia Christian Academy is a school transformed by the love ofChrist. 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

Source: Concordia Christian Academy, October 2010

Education/TrainingPrivate Education

Concordia Christian Academy

Pre-Kindergarten 19 1:12Kindergarten 11 1:151st Grade 5 1:152nd Grade 6 1:153rd Grade 15 1:154th Grade 9 1:155th Grade 3 1:156th Grade 5 1:15

EnrollmentPupil-Teacher

Ratio (Maximum)

School Districts Participating: 13Enrollment: 500

Enrollment: 407 (Fall 2010)

Degrees General Technology - Industrial Maintenance General Technology - Plumbing Auto Service Technology Business Technology - Computerized Accounting Business Technology - Microcomputer Business Applications Business Technology - Office Administration Technology Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology Computer and Networking Technology - Website Energy Control Technology

Technical Certificates Advanced Manufacturing Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Phlebotomy

Certificate of Proficiency Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Phlebotomy Weldingwww.jonesboroatc.com

Source: NEATC, December 2011

http://www.asun.edu/CampusesSource: ASU Newport, December 2011

Vocational Training

Courses OfferedAdvertising and Graphic DesignAuto Collision TechnologyAutomotive Service TechnologyCulinary Arts/Food ProductionElectronicsHealth Science TechnologyHorticultureHVACRPrecision Manufacturing & MachiningTravel & Tourism

Arkansas State University NewportJonesboro & Marked Tree Campuses

Northeast Arkansas Career &Technical CenterJonesboro, Arkansas


onesboroJThe 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

December 2011

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Source: Arkansas Department of Higher Education, December 2011

Education/TrainingColleges/Universities Located within 50-Miles of Jonesboro

Arkansas State UniversityPO Box 10

Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401870-972-3030www.astate.edu

Name Enrollment Fall 2011 Degree Offered

Crowley’s Ridge College100 College Drive

Paragould, Arkansas 72450870-236-6901

www.crc.edu

Arkansas Northeastern College2501 S. Division Street

Blytheville, Arkansas 72315870-762-1020www.anc.edu

Williams Baptist CollegePO Box 3737

Walnut Ridge, Arkansas870-759-4120www.wbcoll.edu

Black River Technical College1410 Hwy. 304 East

Pocahontas, Arkansas 72455870-248-4000

www.blackrivertech.org

ASU Newport7648 Victory Blvd.

Newport, Arkansas 72112870-512-7800www.asun.edu

Branches: ASU Technical CenterPO Box 280, Marked Tree, AR 72365

870-358-21175504 Krueger Drive, Jonesboro, AR 72401

870-932-2176www.asun.edu/campuses

13,920

221

1,996

596

2,506

2,005

Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Specialists, Ph.D.

Associates, Bachelors

Associates, Certificates

Associates, Bachelors

Associates, Technical Certificates

Associates, Certificates, LPN, Transfer Courses


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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 fast-paced, 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.

“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

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.

Education/Training

Jonesboro’s Solution for Cutting-Edge Skills Training

Curriculum includes courses in the following areas:Professional DevelopmentSupervisory SkillsAdvanced ManufacturingLEAN 101Safety & First Aid, CPRGMPsAdult EducationAssessmentsComputer Literacy & ApplicationsConstructionElectricalMechanicalWelding


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Protestant - Over 90Catholic - 1Jewish - 1Islamic - 1

Banks: 14

NewspapersJonesboro SunArkansas State University Herald

Radio StationsOldies 92.7 FMHOT 107.5 FM PartyKASU - 91.9 FM Public RadioKAOG - 90.5 FM ChristianKBTM - 1230 AM News TalkKDXY - 104.9 FM CountryKEGI - 100.5 FM RockKFIN - 107.9 FM CountryKIYS - 101.7 FM Top 40KJBX - 106.3 FM MixKNEA - 970 AM SportsKWHF - 95.9 FM Classic Country

TelevisionKAIT 8 (ABC) KTEJ-TV (PBS)KVTJ-TV (Christian)

Hotels/Motels: 21Number of Beds: 1,476

Source: Jonesboro Board of Realtors, April 2012

Local LifestyleFinancial

Local Media

Worship Centers

Hotels/Motels

Residential Housing

0-$100,000 235 $100,001-$200,000 263 $200,001-$250,000 80 $250,001-$300,000 37 $300,001 & Above 78 Total 693

Price Range Number of Homes Available


onesboroJHospitals HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital - 67MidSouth Health Systems - 16NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital - 100St. Bernard’s Medical Center - 375St. Bernard’s Behavioral Health System - 60Surgical Hospital of Jonesboro - 12Outpatient Surgery Center (Day surgery only, no licensed beds for overnight.)

Total Beds: 630

24-Hour Emergency Medical Mobile Services AACLS Advanced Air AmbulanceAirevac LifeteamEmerson Ambulance ServiceMedic-One Ambulance

Physicians: 435Dentists: 60Clinics: 72

Public Golf CoursesSage Meadows Golf Course (18-hole Golf Course)Links at Jonesboro (9-hole Golf course)

Private Country ClubsJonesboro Country Club (18-hole Golf Course)RidgePointe Country Club (18-hole Golf Course)

Public LibrariesCraighead County/Jonesboro Public LibraryOffers 184,653 Books/Media and 355 periodicals (Includes 7 branches)

ParksMunicipal Parks - 21 State Parks - 3 within 25 miles or lessFederal Parks - 2 within 100 miles or less

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