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2 weeks ago

Pets of the Week – Nov. 17

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present "Pets of the Week". We will feature a handful of animals each week.

2 weeks ago

Arvest shares budgeting tips for holiday shopping

Maximize budgets with financial tips for the holidays.

2 weeks ago

Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you’re returning to the pool

"Of course I'm biased, but I will stack swimming against any other exercise out there, especially as we age," former Olympian Rowdy Gaines told The Associated Press. "And swimming is one of the few sports you can do forever."

2 weeks ago

Facebook plea leads to JPD and community support for little girl’s birthday

What began as a quiet plea on Facebook turned into a heartwarming display of community spirit Saturday

2 weeks ago

Parker McCollum coming to First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro

Parker McCollum announces Jonesboro as part of 2026 Tour.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro teen organizing 5K to raise funds for Promise House

The first ever Paving the Promise 5K, benefiting the Promise House is scheduled to take place this weekend in Jonesboro.

3 weeks ago

Pets of the Week Nov. 10

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.” We will feature a handful of animals each week.

3 weeks ago

Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges

A 208-year-old publication that farmers, gardeners and others keen to predict the weather have relied on for guidance will be publishing for the final time.

3 weeks ago

Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break

Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.

3 weeks ago

JoyFest set for December in downtown Jonesboro

Kick off the Christmas season at the seventh annual JoyFest in downtown Jonesboro on the first Saturday in December with loads of holiday fun for all ages.

3 weeks ago

Thanksgrilling recipes and how to do it right

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on Thanksgrilling, blending Thanksgiving and grilling. It offers menu ideas, cooking tips, and recipes for a flavorful celebration.

4 weeks ago

Pets of the Week Nov. 3

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.” We will feature a handful of animals each week.

4 weeks ago

Christmas at the Park light display returns

The drive-through and walk-through light experience that has brought joy to thousands of families — will shine bright again in 2025 through a new partnership between Ground Crew and the City of Jonesboro. 

4 weeks ago

OPINION: Diet, Activity, Sleep, and Mental Wellness – Let’s start with diet

This is the first of a four-part series written by Dr. Shane Speights, Dean of the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University.

1 month ago

City of Jonesboro provides safety tips ahead of trick-or-treating

With many kids set to trick-or-treat tonight, the City of Jonesboro provided some safety tips for both parents/guardians and children.

1 month ago

Ramen instead of Reese’s? Looming SNAP cuts change what’s on offer for Halloween trick-or-treaters

Many people across the U.S. are preparing to give out shelf-stable foods to trick-or-treaters this year to help fill the void left by looming cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which helps about one in eight Americans buy groceries.

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Jonesboro businesses preparing for Small Business Saturday

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Jonesboro comes together for 2025 Community Thanksgiving Meal

Greg Vance and Patti Minga Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal

Volunteers began arriving early, around 9:30 a.m., ready to serve meals onsite and load delivery boxes for those unable to travel