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Arkansas’ Ban on Soft Drinks and Candy from Food Stamps Takes Effect
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ waiver to ban soft drinks and candy from Arkansas’ Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), also referred to as food stamps, went into effect on Wednesday.
3 days ago
Cooling Stations Across Jonesboro
The City of Jonesboro is offering community cooling stations around town as summer temperatures soar.
3 days ago
MEMORIAL: Community Mourns Former St. Bernards CEO Ben Owens Sr.
Ben Edwin Owens Sr., a transformational healthcare leader who guided St. Bernards Medical Center through nearly four decades, died on Saturday, June 27, at the age of 92.
3 days ago
Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro to Close for Events
A downtown Jonesboro road will be closed Wednesday for Meet Me on Main events.
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Arkansas Gubernatorial Debate Sans Sanders Focuses on Healthcare, Education
During a debate in Eureka Springs last week, two contenders for Arkansas' highest office traded sharp words about policy, preparation, and each other's credentials to lead.
3 days ago
Jonesboro Man Accused of Choking and Threatening to Kill Victim During Domestic Assault
Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he choked a victim to the point of not being able to breathe and threatened to kill her multiple times.
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Downtown Paragould Receives Nearly $50K Grant to Revitalize Area
Downtown Paragould has been selected as one of only 26 cities nationwide to receive a grant to revitalize properties and showcase local talent.
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Super Sam’s Fireworks Ready to Light Up Northeast Arkansas for America’s 250th
As the nation prepares to celebrate a historic milestone this Fourth of July, a local tradition is ready to help Northeast Arkansas mark the occasion in spectacular fashion.
4 days ago
Paragould Man Accused of Assaulting and Threatening to Kill Pregnant Wife, Held on $150K Bond
A Paragould man is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said he assaulted his pregnant wife and threatened to kill her while driving her away from their home against her will.
4 days ago
Ballot Disputes and Public Trust Take Center Stage in Arkansas Secretary of State Debate
The debate, which featured Dr. Michael Pakko (L), Kelly Grappe (D), and state Sen. Kim Hammer (R), was hosted by the Arkansas Press Association.
4 days ago
University of Arkansas Celebrates Jonesboro Spring 2026 Graduates
The University of Arkansas honored its most recent graduating class with a series of spring commencement ceremonies at Bud Walton Arena and Barnhill Arena.
4 days ago
Jonesboro Man Held on $1 Million Bond for Raping Child Multiple Times, Faces Life in Prison
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $1 million bond after police said he raped a child on multiple occasions.
4 days ago
Jonesboro, Northeast Arkansas Facing Heat Alerts, High Heat Indices
Jonesboro and most of Northeast Arkansas are facing several heat alerts this week, as the National Weather Service predicts high heat indices.
4 days ago
Jonesboro Pets of the Week: Darryl & Toulouse
This week’s featured pets are Darryl, an energetic and friendly hound, and Toulouse, an easygoing and playful cat.
4 days ago
Car Hits Pole and Knocks Out Power for Craighead County Residents
Entergy reported a power outage Monday morning after a car hit a pole southeast of CR 638 in Craighead County.
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Internal Emails: Sanders Administration Knew Jonesboro Manufacturer Was Legal Before Public Accusation
Newspaper reports internal emails indicate officials concluded Risever Machinery was "in compliance" before Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders publicly criticized the company.
5 days ago
Thirty-Three A-State Faculty Members Receive ACUE Certification
ACUE is nationally recognized for its year-long professional development program, which provides educators with evidence-based teaching practices.
5 days ago
Five A-State Students Travel to Dominica in Inaugural Research Trip
The study abroad trip was the first of its kind for students in their study of environmental management.
5 days ago
UPDATE | Marked Tree Officer Killed in Patrol Vehicle Accident
Driver fails to stop at a stop sign striking police cruiser; cruiser overturns; second officer injured
5 days ago
Arvest Bank’s Million Meals Campaign Raises Over $13K for Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas
Since it began in 2011, the Million Meals initiative has raised more than $5.7 million and provided over 31 million meals in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas and Missouri.
