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ADE Releases 2025-2026 School Letter Grades: Valley View, Brookland, and JPS Among Top in Craighead County
In total, six out of the eight public school districts in Craighead County achieved a "B" rating or higher.
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Construction, Event Booking, Sponsorship Updates on Jonesboro Sports Complex Presented During A&P Commission Meeting
"Things are really taking shape," said A&P Commission executive director Craig Rickert.
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Gas Prices Top $4 a Gallon in Craighead County, Diesel Over $6
Prices at the pump are steadily climbing across much of Arkansas including Craighead County, mirroring a nationwide jump driven by high crude oil costs and international volatility.
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Northeast Arkansas Remains Trapped in September Heat and Drought
Record-breaking heat, persistent drought and a stubborn ridge of high pressure are keeping Northeast Arkansas stuck in summer mode—even as fall arrives next week
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School Bus Dispute Leads to $100K Bond for Jonesboro Man
A Jonesboro man is behind bars after police said he boarded a school bus and threatened the driver with a gun following a dispute over someone allegedly cursing at his children.
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Women for Democracy to Host ‘Meet the Candidates’ in Jonesboro
Voters can meet several candidates running in the 2026 general election, including U.S. Senate Democratic candidate Hallie Shoffner, this Saturday in Jonesboro.
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Three Men Accused of Driving Stolen A-State Golf Cart Around Jonesboro
Arkansas State University police arrested three men following the late-night theft of a university-leased golf cart, piecing together the suspects' route through surveillance footage.
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Committee Forwards Ordinance Regarding Camping Restrictions in Jonesboro Parks, Parking Lots
The Public Services Council Committee on Tuesday forwarded an ordinance to the full city council regarding designated camping areas in the city.
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Student-Organized TEDx Conference Returning to A-State After 10 Years
The theme for this event is "Ideas Worth Spreading," and will feature a lineup of 26 speakers from a variety of backgrounds.
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Valley View High School Students Dismissing Early Due to Power Outage
Valley View High School students are being dismissed early due to a power outage.
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One Killed, One Injured in Highway 18 Crash in Craighead County
One person was killed and another was injured in a two-vehicle collision in Craighead County last Friday.
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Jonesboro Committee Forwards Resolution Regarding Land Use Agreement for Planned Children’s Museum
The Public Services Council Committee on Tuesday forwarded a resolution regarding a land use agreement with the planned Northeast Arkansas Children's Museum.
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THE EXPERT | All About Gas Logs
While a traditional wood-burning fire has its charm, it can be less appealing for daily use. Chris West Plumbing has what you need to know about using gas logs instead.
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Man in Threatening Letter Campaign Case Faces New Charges in Craighead County
A Forrest City man previously arrested for a threatening letter campaign in Paragould is now facing additional charges for similar harassment in Craighead County.
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“Come Just as You Are”: David and Ashley Eckstein Bring Message of Resilience to Northeast Arkansas
It was a mixture of Major League Baseball history and local community support Monday night as 2006 World Series MVP David Eckstein and author/entrepreneur Ashley Eckstein visited Jonesboro.
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Jonesboro Committee Forwards Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure Resolution to City Council
Jonesboro's Public Safety Council Committee forwarded a resolution Tuesday that aims to install new pedestrian safety infrastructure in downtown Jonesboro.
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Student-Involved Political Debates Come to A-State in October
Arkansas State University’s ASU-TV will host three political debates in October for candidates vying for office.
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Arkansas State University and First Community Bank Sportsplex Announce Official Education Partnership
Arkansas State University and the First Community Bank Sportsplex, today announced they have reached a multiyear deal that will designate Arkansas State University as the Sportsplex’s Official Education Partner and name the complex cafe the Red Wolves Cafe.
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Jonesboro Elks Lodge 498 to Host ‘Law & Order Breakfast’ Honoring Local Heroes
The lodge said the event is dedicated to thanking those who protect and serve communities, offering a free meal to all law enforcement, firefighters, and first responders.
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Bay Harvest Festival to Celebrate 50 Years in October
"Fifty years of anything is a big deal," said Bay Harvest Festival co-chairwoman Tami Hamilton Williams. "Our community looks forward to this every year. Everybody gets together, takes the time to fellowship with each other."
