Restaurants

Qdoba, Everyday Chef coming to Jonesboro

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer

Friday, April 12th, 2013, 9:20am

Qdoba, Everyday Chef coming to Jonesboro

Haag Brown Commercial announced Friday it has closed on a deal to bring a new restaurant and store to Jonesboro.

Qdoba Mexican Grill and The Everyday Chef will be located on Parkwood Drive facing Sissy's Log Cabin and Panera Bread, according to a news release from Haag Brown Commercial.

Nix Construction has already begun site work and completion is expected in late summer.

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Dine at Colton's today and help raise autism awareness

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer

Thursday, April 11th, 2013, 8:00am

Dine at Colton's today and help raise autism awareness

April is National Autism Awareness Month.

To raise awareness and help families in Your Region 8 affected by autism spectrum disorders, a fundraiser will be held today at Colton's Steak House, 2309 E. Parker Rd. in Jonesboro.

From 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Coltons will donate 10 percent of their daily sales to the Autism Association of Northeast Arkansas (AANEA).

AANEA will also have a table set up by the front door with more information for families who have a child with an autism spectrum disorder.

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Veterans Day discounts

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer

Friday, November 9th, 2012, 12:17pm

To show their appreciation for America’s veterans, many national restaurants and businesses are offering special Veterans Day discounts. Some are even offering a free meal to those who show proof of military service.

Here is a list of national restaurants and businesses that are offering Veterans Day specials:

Restaurants:

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Want fries with that? How about a job, instead?

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer

Thursday, July 12th, 2012, 11:59am

Want fries with that? How about a job, instead?

Looking for a job? Then McDonald’s is looking for you.

McDonald’s owner-operators throughout Your Region 8 will be hosting a hiring day Wednesday, July 18.

They are expected to hire as many as 1,000 new workers in Northeast Arkansas, Southeast Missouri, west Tennessee, north Mississippi and southwest Kentucky.

Jobs available include seasonal, full-time and part-time positions.

Those interested in applying are encouraged to visit their local McDonald’s or apply online at www.McDonalds.com/Careers.

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Panera Bread helping to raise autism awareness

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer

Monday, April 2nd, 2012, 2:56pm

Panera Bread helping to raise autism awareness

April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), autism affects 1 in 88 children. It's estimated that more children will be diagnosed with the developmental disability this year than with diabetes, cancer or AIDS combined.

To help raise awareness and support North America's largest autism science and advocacy organization, treat yourself to a blueberry bagel or a wildberry smoothie at Panera Bread.

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Five Guys coming to Jonesboro

Submitted by Patricia D. Davis, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, March 13th, 2012, 10:14am

After months of speculation, Haag Brown Commercial Real Estate and Development announced Tuesday, March 13, that Five Guys Burgers and Fries is coming to Jonesboro.

The restaurant will be located at 2100 Stadium Blvd. Construction is expected to begin immediately.

Five Guys is based in Washington, D.C. and has more than 900 restaurants in the United States and Canada. The restaurant offers hamburgers, hot dogs and French fries.

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