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NEWS FROM THE WEEK IN JONESBORO | June 7, 2026

A look at some of the local news stories from Jonesboro Right Now over the past week.

A shooting has been reported Sunday at the same address as a Saturday night shooting in Jonesboro

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Jonesboro Police Officer Attacked by K9 Officer

Jonesboro police officer was attacked early Sunday by a K9 officer during an article search in a Jonesboro West End neighborhood.

1 day ago

A-State Football to Celebrate Trio of Historic Anniversaries During 2026 Season

The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced it will celebrate three anniversaries associated with its football program’s rich history at a pair of home games during the Red Wolves’ 2026 season.

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Lakeport Plantation Museum to Host Mississippi River Symposium This Fall

“We hope anyone interested in the history of the region and in the Mississippi River will make plans to attend."

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2 days ago

Teenager Organizes Flag Day 5K to Benefit Local Disabled Veterans

The Bay Veterans Memorial will be covered in red, white, and blue later this month as the community gathers for the Flag Day 5K. Local teenager Aden Graham spearheaded the event to provide the community with a local way to support the DAV.

2 days ago

Suspects Fleeing with Children in Their Vehicles Face Serious Consequences, ASP Says

Arkansas State Police Col. Mike Hagar is calling on parents and caregivers to think first of the safety of the children in their care and pull over.

Shooter aims a shotgun at an outdoor range while two men in hats watch nearby. A wooden fence is in the background.

2 days ago

Westside Warms Up, Returns to Top Spot in Shooting Sports Final

It was very similar to the way things started two years ago, when Westside started cold but was a roaring furnace by the final in winning a state championship.

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Jonesboro Road Blocked Due to Traffic Accident

A Jonesboro road is blocked due to an accident, per Jonesboro E911 Dispatch.

Shelter Insurance office with a brick sign in front reading 'Shelter Insurance' and an American flag nearby; a white van is parked to the right.

2 days ago

Another Location Being Considered for Second Jonesboro Police Station

City and police leadership are looking into a third contender for a building that would eventually serve as a second police station for the Jonesboro Police Department.

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3 days ago

A Strained Balancing Act: Inside Craighead County’s Modern Opioid Crisis

Addressing the crisis requires a balancing act between law enforcement, the judicial system, and a healthcare sector that is rewriting its relationship with pain management.

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3 days ago

Jonesboro Mayor and Police Chief Provide Additional Details on Employment Bonus

The Jonesboro Police Department is offering bonuses to incoming police officers in an effort to combat staffing shortages.

3 days ago

‘Disasters — Remembering, Reclaiming, Rebuilding’ Theme of 2027 Delta Symposium at A-State

The Department of English, Philosophy, and World Languages at Arkansas State University is accepting papers and presentations for the 32nd annual Delta Symposium.

3 days ago

Arkansas State Police Emphasizes Child Safety During Internet Safety Month

Historically, the largest increases in online enticement cases occur during the summer months and the beginning of the school year, making this period especially critical for awareness and prevention.

3 days ago

Jonesboro Library Announces Summer Reading Challenge

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library is inviting young readers and their families to join the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge.

3 days ago

Arvest Shares Tips to Buying Your First Home

June is National Homeownership Month, and Arvest is sharing some essential steps for those seeking to buy their first home this year.

Circular Jonesboro Police Department seal with a yellow outer border, displayed on a brick building entrance in the background.

4 days ago

City Combats 25-Officer Shortage with $12,000 Sign-On Incentives for Experienced Police

The City of Jonesboro is moving forward with new financial incentives to bolster the ranks of the Jonesboro Police Department amid ongoing regional law enforcement staffing challenges.

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4 days ago

Jonesboro Woman Accused of Aggravated Robbery in Pizza Delivery Setup

Police arrested a Jonesboro woman after they said she helped set up the armed robbery of a pizza delivery driver in late April.

Two men posing outdoors beside a white pickup with an ETMED emergency services logo, one in green overalls and the other in a black vest and cap.

4 days ago

A-State’s College of Veterinary Medicine Offers Ambulatory Service to Area Farms

With the College of Veterinary Medicine opening this fall, the new college at Arkansas State University is getting a head start on being part of the community. 

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4 days ago

Lake City Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charge, Held on $250K Bond

The arrest stems from a cyber tip that the Jonesboro Police Department received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

4 days ago

ASU System Board of Trustees Approves Tuition Increase, Budget, and Capital Projects

The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees approved tuition increases for most of the schools in its system, including A-State, during its Wednesday meeting.

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The Chicago Bears are looking to build a stadium in Northwest Indiana after a proposal to provide financial incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in Illinois stalled in the state legislature.

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Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands

A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish organization to block two performances by the rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, ruling that the concerts are not a threat to public order.