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1 hour ago
Craighead County Community Foundation Awards Strategic Impact Grants to Four Local Nonprofits
The grants are designed to create transformational change within nonprofit organizations by strengthening operations, expanding programs and services, and increasing long-term impact throughout Craighead County.
3 hours ago
A-State Basketball Opponents Set for First Round of 2026-27 MAC-SBC Challenge
The Mid-American Conference and Sun Belt Conference announced matchups for the first round of the 2026-27 MAC-SBC Challenge.
3 hours ago
Poinsett County Jail Relocates 57 Inmates After Power Failure
Sheriff says inmates were never in danger as staff monitored temperatures and relocated detainees during the outage
5 hours ago
Arkansas Game Wardens Ramping Up to Keep Boaters Safe during America 250
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking everyone to enjoy their holiday weekend but to boat responsibly and avoid situations that could ruin the celebration — namely, boating under the influence of alcohol or narcotics.
10 hours ago
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display U.S. Flags Across Community for Independence Day
The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club is displaying U.S. flags across community businesses and buildings in recognition on Saturday in recognition of Independence Day.
20 hours ago
VIDEO | Explosion at CWL Substation Caught on Police Dash Camera
Police dash camera captures transformer explosion that briefly leaves 1,200 customers without electricity
1 day ago
ASP Highway Safety Offices Launches ‘Be a Sober Driver or Pay the Price’ This Fourth of July
Every year, the days around and including the Fourth of July holiday rank as one of the deadliest periods on the nation’s roads.
1 day ago
Paragould Man Accused of Possessing Drugs, Gun Near Children
A Paragould man is facing several felony charges after police said he was in possession of drugs and a firearm near children.
1 day ago
July’s Community Clean-Up Scheduled in Jonesboro
The cleanup is free and open to Jonesboro residents.
1 day ago
City Breaks Ground on New E911/Real Time Crime Center in Jonesboro
"This building, once it's completed, will be more than just four walls and a roof. This building will be the building where lives are saved."
1 day ago
Craighead County, Northeast Arkansas Under Extreme Heat Warning
Craighead County and parts of Northeast Arkansas will be under an extreme heat warning on Thursday.
1 day ago
Crews Respond to 3-Vehicle Crash in Jonesboro
Roads have been shut down as crews respond to a three-vehicle crash in Jonesboro.
1 day ago
ARDOT Announces Additional Effort to Reduce Litter on Arkansas Highways
In addition to diminishing the natural beauty of Arkansas, litter and roadway debris create safety hazards for motorists and for the crews responsible for removing them.
2 days ago
Two Arrested in Jonesboro, Accused of Possessing Drugs
Two people were arrested in Jonesboro after police said they found drugs on each of their persons.
2 days ago
Local Experts Warn of Severe Tick Season in Northeast Arkansas
As summer temperatures peak across Northeast Arkansas, local experts are warning residents that a severe uptick in tick activity is posing a double threat to area families and their pets.
2 days ago
Paragould Woman Accused of Sexually Assaulting Child
A Paragould woman is accused of sexually assaulting a child.
2 days ago
Former A-State Football Player and NFL Scout Convicted for Murder of Pregnant Girlfriend
Former Arkansas State University football player and NFL scout Blaise Taylor has been convicted of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, according to multiple reports.
2 days ago
Arkansas DHS Shifts Mental Health Requirements: What it Means for Craighead County
The contract, which begins on July 1, establishes clear expectations for crisis response, care coordination, forensic services, community-based treatment, and quality assurance to help seriously mentally ill adults receive timely care in their communities whenever possible.
2 days ago
Coca-Cola, Shadrachs Coffee to be Flagship Beverage Partners of First Community Bank Sportsplex in Jonesboro
Global icon and local favorite will fuel guests at Jonesboro’s new destination for sports, wellness, and community
2 days ago
ARDOT Introduces New Online Fuel Transport Permit System
This system is designed to alleviate the administrative burden of maintaining and processing completed paper permits.
