Arkansas State University

Bill's Cost Plus keeps things simple: a supermarket doing its own thing in Jonesboro, a short walk from Arkansas State University. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own supermarket in Jonesboro. College towns like Jonesboro depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Arkansas State University. Part of the fun of a college town like Jonesboro is finding places like this on your own.

Bill's Fresh Market keeps things simple: a supermarket doing its own thing in Jonesboro, a short walk from Arkansas State University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local supermarket doing its thing in Jonesboro. College towns like Jonesboro depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Jonesboro. Part of the fun of a college town like Jonesboro is finding places like this on your own.

Tucked into Jonesboro, Arkansas, Brickhouse Bar & Grill is a bar that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Arkansas State University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local bar doing its thing in Jonesboro. Jonesboro wouldn't feel quite like Jonesboro without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other bars and restaurants that make up Jonesboro's nightlife near Arkansas State University. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Jonesboro favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're out near Arkansas State University.

Crop Co. - Jonesboro brings a supermarket to Jonesboro, Arkansas, just steps from Arkansas State University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local supermarket doing its thing in Jonesboro. College towns like Jonesboro depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Jonesboro has to offer. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Jonesboro. Part of the fun of a college town like Jonesboro is finding places like this on your own.

D&R Automotive LLC keeps things simple: an auto repair shop doing its own thing in Jonesboro, a short walk from Arkansas State University. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own auto repair shop in Jonesboro. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Jonesboro, Arkansas its own identity, separate from every other college town. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Jonesboro has to offer. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Jonesboro. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Arkansas State University.

Jonesboogie Records is a music venue in Jonesboro, Arkansas, serving the Arkansas State University community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local music venue doing its thing in Jonesboro. Jonesboro wouldn't feel quite like Jonesboro without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Jonesboro. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Jonesboro.

Tucked into Jonesboro, Arkansas, MzPip Spa is a beauty salon that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Arkansas State University. Like a lot of small businesses around Arkansas State University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Jonesboro, Arkansas its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Jonesboro. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Jonesboro.

Native Brew Works keeps things simple: a restaurant doing its own thing in Jonesboro, a short walk from Arkansas State University. Around Arkansas State University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Jonesboro's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Jonesboro, Arkansas its own identity, separate from every other college town. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Jonesboro. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Arkansas State University.

In Jonesboro, Arkansas, The Basic Bee Spa operates as a beauty salon within easy reach of Arkansas State University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local beauty salon doing its thing in Jonesboro. College towns like Jonesboro depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Selection and prices vary spot to spot around Jonesboro, which is part of what makes browsing worth it. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Jonesboro. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Jonesboro.

In Jonesboro, Arkansas, The Porch at Huntington Square Bar and Grill operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Arkansas State University. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Jonesboro know it as a regular local option near Arkansas State University. Jonesboro wouldn't feel quite like Jonesboro without independently owned spots like this one. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Part of the fun of a college town like Jonesboro is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Jonesboro favorites.