Local » Page 2

3 days ago

A-State takes first game in Southern Miss series

The win over a top-10 team in front of a record crowd of 1,748

3 days ago

Manila rallies in second half to capture first girls basketball state championship since 1958

Championship MVP Lucy Farmer led the Lady Lions with 14 points

4 days ago

Bono man accused of shooting brother in the hand following Facebook threats

Deputies arrested a Bono man after they said he shot his brother early Wednesday morning and had posted threats on Facebook prior.

4 days ago

Former Lazzari’s building serves Jonesboro one last time as JFD training site

The Jonesboro Fire Department utilized the commercial building for real-world rescue and training exercises.

4 days ago

Jonesboro mother accused of exposing kids to meth, cocaine, and THC

A Jonesboro woman is being held on a $250,000 cash/surety bond after police said her three young children, including a 10-month-old baby, tested positive for meth, cocaine, and THC.

4 days ago

UAMS Centers on Aging to host senior safety event in Jonesboro

The University of Arkansas Centers on Aging Northeast will host a safety event for seniors next week.

4 days ago

Arkansas State University announces Brandon and Jennifer Mitchell Scholarship

The endowed scholarship will support students who demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership grounded in integrity and character.

4 days ago

Gardening safety tips for seniors

These simple strategies can ensure seniors' springtime gardening sessions are as safe as they are rewarding.

4 days ago

Rice to be topic during Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club meeting Tuesday

A representative from the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center will speak to the Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club during its bi-weekly meeting this coming Tuesday.

5 days ago

City of Jonesboro alerts public to fraudulent emails impersonating Planning Department

The City of Jonesboro is warning residents about a recent scam targeting individuals with applications reviewed before the Planning Commission.

5 days ago

A-State’s Faculty Appreciation Week to be held next week

During this week-long celebration, there will be many opportunities for members of the faculty.  

5 days ago

ARDOT launches Adopt-A-Highway website ahead of Spring Clean-Up week

The new website is designed to make it easier for Arkansans to get involved in keeping Arkansas roadways and rights-of-way clean and beautiful.

5 days ago

ASU System Board of Trustees approves projects on A-State campus

The ASU System Board of Trustees approved several resolutions for capital projects on the Arkansas State University campus Thursday.

5 days ago

Here2Hired connects Northeast Arkansas high school seniors to career opportunities

Jonesboro Unlimited will present Here2Hired today, bringing together hundreds of local high school seniors and regional employers for a day focused on career connections and job opportunities. 

5 days ago

Backyard decoration ideas on a budget

Renovating an outdoor living space is achievable in a budget-friendly way with some creativity and know-how.

5 days ago

Second annual Story of Hope Brunch benefiting Hope Found of NEA scheduled in Jonesboro

The Jonesboro community is invited to have brunch for a good cause in April at the 2nd Annual Story of Hope Brunch.

6 days ago

Committee unanimously forwards public transportation resolutions to Jonesboro city council

The Jonesboro city council is set to consider several resolutions regarding its public transit service, GOJO, after the Finance and Administration Council Committee unanimously approved them Tuesday.

6 days ago

Resolution to lease space for E911 administrative staff forwarded to full Jonesboro city council

A resolution to lease space in downtown Jonesboro to house E911 administrative staff was unanimously forwarded to the full city council.

6 days ago

NEA Divine Intervention to host 3rd Annual Kickball Tournament

NEA Divine Intervention is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those dealing with substance abuse or mental health issues.

6 days ago

Plan Jonesboro public input meetings scheduled for March

Community members wanting to give input on the future of the City of Jonesboro can do so at the two Plan Jonesboro meetings scheduled for March.

This Week in Jonesboro

Recent Headlines

16 hours ago in National, Trending

Storms cancel more US flights as TSA remains under pressure from partial government shutdown

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Monday as powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and a partial government shutdown affecting airport security screeners dragged into a second month.

16 hours ago in Entertainment

Burgers, cocktails, sparkly new duds: Oscar winners, losers and guests hit the after-parties

For most people across the globe, Oscar night ends with the bestowing of that final golden statuette. Not for Oscar winners and guests, of course. Their night is just beginning.

17 hours ago in Lifestyle

When gas prices go up, changing the way you drive can stretch your fuel just a bit farther

When gas prices spike, filling up gets more painful. But consumers can do something to stretch their fuel just a little farther: Change the way they drive.

17 hours ago in Entertainment

Stars deliver modern and colorful looks on Oscars red carpet

Pops of color dominated the Oscars red carpet as stars like Renate Reinsve to Chase Infiniti stunned in colorful gowns that put a modern twist on traditional Oscars red carpet glamour.

17 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Duke heads into March Madness ranked No. 1 in AP Top 25, Purdue, St. John’s back in top 10

Duke is the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and No. 1 in the final AP Top 25 of the regular season. The Blue Devils received 50 first-place votes from a 57-person media panel in The Associated Press men's basketball poll released Monday, a day after they were named the top overall seed in the NCAA Tournament.