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4 weeks ago

Jonesboro Unlimited recognized with 4 2026 American Advertising Awards

Jonesboro Unlimited (JU) was recognized with four top honors at the 2026 American Advertising Awards Gala for their Always Jonesboro initiative’s talent attraction campaign video.

4 weeks ago

Porchlight Film Festival coming to downtown Jonesboro in April

"There's really nothing like experiencing a film in a theater with people," said festival director Lorenzo Balderas. "Having that intimacy of sharing and watching something, I think, is just a really cool experience."

4 weeks ago

Accident in Craighead County blocks road

An accident in Craighead County has blocked a road.

4 weeks ago

‘A-State in a Day’ aims to help students transfer from two-year campuses 

Students attending community colleges across the region who are looking to continue their education at a four-year university are currently evaluating their options. 

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro Rotaract Club to host informational meet-and-greet at Fat City Grill

A Rotaract Club is a Rotary International-sponsored organization for young adults to develop leadership and professional skills while engaging in community service.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro railroad crossing to be closed for maintenance

A railroad crossing in Jonesboro will be temporarily closed Tuesday.

4 weeks ago

Oasis Arts and Eats Fest set for April in downtown Jonesboro

"Oasis Arts and Eats Fest is like a celebration of all things art. Culinary arts, visual arts, performing arts, you name it, we want to feature it at Oasis."

4 weeks ago

Greene County Detention Center officer charged with felony

A detention officer at the Greene County Sheriff's Office is accused of furnishing prohibited articles to an inmate.

4 weeks ago

Windgate 3D Biennial Symposium underway at A-State

The week-long symposium hosted by the Art + Design Department will take place March 9-13, at the Windgate Center for Three-Dimensional Arts.

4 weeks ago

Pets of the Week – March 9

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.

4 weeks ago

Accident with injury on AR 349 south of AR 91 west of Jonesboro

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and find an alternate route.

4 weeks ago

Bono restaurant reopens one year after fire

La Casa De La Fiesta celebrates reopening with ribbon cutting

4 weeks ago

Poinsett County sheriff issues update on Tulot Road weekend shooting

The Poinsett County Sheriff's Office issued an update Monday morning regarding the weekend shooting on Tulot Road.

4 weeks ago

Plan for a sober ride before St. Patrick’s Day festivities begin

Arkansas State Police is reminding motorists to Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over ahead of the St. Patrick's Day holiday.

4 weeks ago

5 perennials to consider for your garden this year

Gardeners who want to capitalize on the hardiness of perennials can consider these plants for their gardens this season.

4 weeks ago

Arkansas State Women Fall to Troy in SBC Semifinals

A-State fell behind by as much as 19 in the second half

4 weeks ago

Walton Leads A-State to Victory Over Oral Roberts in Series Finale

Walton recorded a 3-for-3 performance and drew a walk over four plate appearances

4 weeks ago

City Stars Controversy Won’t Go Away — Former Revolution Coach Challenges Mayor

“If you have confidence in this administration, say so. If you do not, say so. Jonesboro deserves clarity.”

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