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4 days ago
Who is the “The Dancing Man” of Jonesboro?
Ozzy Neil Rose has become known for his exuberant dancing down Jonesboro roadways.
4 days ago
New shelters to be installed at JET bus stops across Jonesboro
Work will begin soon on 45 new bus shelters.
5 days ago
Crawford: Farm Aid Helps, But Long-Term Fixes Needed
Congressman Rick Crawford cautioned this week that the funding is only a partial solution to deeper challenges in the agricultural economy
5 days ago
A-State Falls in Final Minute at Rice
A-State held the lead with one minute remaining at Rice but a late burst of offense from the opposition resulted in a 77-76 defeat
5 days ago
Wreaths Across America Honors Veterans at Pine Log Cemetery
Veterans were remembered, honored and their legacies preserved Saturday during the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony
6 days ago
A-State Celebrates 2,335 Graduates
Arkansas State University welcomed a new class of alumni on Saturday during the Fall Commencement exercises
6 days ago
Central donates big wish contribution
The dealership made a $45,000 contribution to Make A Wish at the Christmas at the Park attraction Friday night
7 days ago
Jonesboro felon arrested after drugs and firearms found in search following violent dispute
Tobias Jerrell Williams is being held on multiple charges with a $250,000 cash/surety bond.
7 days ago
Duck Classic concludes with record amount raised for NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation
This year's event raised $885,000 which will be used to support local programs.
7 days ago
Jonesboro man sentenced to 15 years in federal prison
Arthur Ray Osborne was convicted for his role in a conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine.
7 days ago
Robin Myers to serve as ASU System interim president
The ASU System Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Robin Myers as its interim president during its December meeting.
7 days ago
ASU System Board of Trustees approves various projects for A-State campus
The ASU System Board of Trustees on Friday approved several construction and improvement projects for the A-State campus.
7 days ago
Arkansas law enforcement to crack down on drunk driving this holiday season
As the holiday season shifts into full gear, state and local law enforcement will be increasing their patrols to keep impaired drivers off the road.
7 days ago
Salvation Army of Jonesboro to open overnight warming shelter starting Sunday
The Salvation Army of Jonesboro will be reopening its overnight warming shelter beginning Sunday, with temperatures forecasted to plunge below freezing.
1 week ago
Young Addison receives wish to go to Disney
Make-A-Wish grants wish after a nomination from Addison's aunt.
1 week ago
Jonesboro community remembers lost loved ones at annual Moments of Remembrance event
Hosted by St. Bernards Hospice, participants bring ornaments to hang on the St. Bernards Memorial Christmas Tree.
1 week ago
Committee advances City of Jonesboro 2026 operating budget to full council
City council will consider the budget at its next meeting on Dec. 16.
1 week ago
A-State students adapt ride-on cars for kids with disabilities
A group of students at Arkansas State University is striving to make the world more accessible and allow disabled children to play like other kids.
1 week ago
NEA healthcare leaders weigh impact of new federal student loan restrictions on healthcare industry
A-State students will see changes to loan borrowing caps as of July 1, 2026 in some degrees.
1 week ago
Jonesboro nonprofits to host Christmas Community Picnic, toy giveaway
Hosted by Neighbors in Need NEA and the McCullough-Watkins Youth Foundation (MWYF), the Christmas Community Picnic aims to feed over 3,000 people.
