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Baptist Health Mobile Health Unit Offering Free Screenings in Jonesboro in September
The Baptist Health Mobile Health Unit has unveiled its late summer and early fall screening schedule, and it will be making a stop in Jonesboro.
Brookland Woman Arrested on Fourth DWI Following Traffic Stop
A Brookland woman was arrested on a fourth driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge when police said she was caught with open containers of alcohol in her SUV after drifting out of her lane.
2 days ago in Sports
No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd of the Dallas Wings is set for season-ending surgery on sore knee
Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd is set for season-ending surgery on a sore knee that has sidelined this year's No. 1 overall pick for the past five games.
2 days ago in Sports
Max Verstappen extends contract with Red Bull to 2030 after he weighed up leaving F1
Max Verstappen says he seriously considered leaving Formula 1 before the four-time champion instead committed to four more years with Red Bull on Thursday.
2 days ago in Sports
Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers to play NHL games in Germany in 2027
The Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers will each play two regular-season games in Germany next year as part of the NHL and NHLPA's efforts to grow hockey in the country, the league announced Thursday.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the UK with their children
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have decided to return to the United Kingdom for an extended stay starting this fall, but they won't resume their roles as working members of the royal family, The Associated Press learned Wednesday.
2 days ago in World
Congo to receive 70,000 doses of Ervebo Ebola vaccine which has been effective in past outbreaks
Congo will receive 70,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine, which has been effective in past Ebola outbreaks, the World Health Organization and partners said Thursday, announcing a step seen as a major boost to efforts to contain what officials have described as the fastest Ebola outbreak in history.
Ronnie Shaver Retires After 24 Years of Service to City of Jonesboro
As director, Shaver was responsible for overseeing the upkeep, maintenance, functionality of more than 50 city properties, including the Municipal Center.
3 days ago in , Mark Rees – Owner, Rees Law Firm
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3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
After losing a friend and writing ‘Say So,’ Dan + Shay are back with the autobiographical ‘Young’
The lead single from Grammy Award-winning duo Dan + Shay's forthcoming album "Young" is a hard pivot from the wedding songs that make up so much of the country pair's discography.
3 days ago in World
Safari helicopter crashes in northern Kenya, killing 7 people, including 5 Americans
A safari helicopter crashed Wednesday morning in a remote part of northern Kenya, killing seven people, including five Americans, according to local police and the U.S. State Department.
Northbound Traffic on I-555 in Jonesboro Closed Due to Accident
A traffic accident has led to parts of Interstate 555 in Jonesboro being closed.
Suspect in Back-to-Back Jonesboro Pedestrian Crashes Faces New Charges in July Drug Case
The Bay man at the center of an investigation into two pedestrian crashes that left multiple people hurt and one dead is also facing charges in an incident that occurred in July.
Celebrate Responsibly This Labor Day: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
Drivers who choose to get behind the wheel after drinking can expect increased enforcement and will be held accountable.
Lane of Jonesboro Road Closed Due to Traffic Accident
A westbound lane on a road in Jonesboro is closed to a traffic accident.
Fall Festival Benefiting Mental Health Nonprofit Scheduled for October in Jonesboro
A fall festival and market is scheduled in Jonesboro, aiming to raise money for mental health resources in the community.
Craighead Electric Cooperative Reports Outage Affecting Over 500 Customers
The Craighead Electric Cooperative is reporting an outage affecting over 500 customers.
3 days ago in National
Election takeaways: Donalds joins historic field and progressive scores upset victory in Florida
As the long, contentious primary season nears its end, Democratic voters elevated another progressive Senate candidate in Florida, while President Donald Trump's chosen candidate in his adopted home state, Republican Rep. Byron Donalds, won the nomination to be the state's first Black governor.
Jonesboro City Council Approves Purchase of Second Police Station, Loan Application
The Jonesboro Police Department will officially have a second, interim location, after the city council Tuesday night approved the purchase of a building on Highland Drive.
Arkansas Department of Agriculture Launches New Active Wildfire Dashboard
Arkansans can now see where wildfires are burning and how the state is responding as it happens.
