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3 days ago
Arkansas State Shortstop Signs with Atlanta Braves
Arkansas State shortstop Patrick Engskov has signed an undrafted free agent deal with the Atlanta Braves.
3 days ago
JRN Pets of the Week: Meet Cheerio and Priscilla (Plus, How to Take Advantage of Reduced Adoption Fees All Month)
Each week, Jonesboro Right Now teams up with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society to feature local pets available for adoption.
4 days ago
Body of Missing Juvenile Recovered After 3-Day Search in Craighead County
Deputies Located the Victim Sunday Morning Near Iron Bridge Access After a Multiagency Search Along the St. Francis River Between Lake City and Trumann.
4 days ago
Neighbors in Need NEA Serves Hundreds at 5th Annual Community Picnic in Jonesboro
Organization runs out of food after serving hundreds during annual event featuring free meals, music and community resources.
5 days ago
UPDATE | Recovery Effort Underway for Child Missing in Water in Craighead County
Emergency crews in Craighead County have officially transitioned to a recovery effort for a juvenile who was last seen going underwater and did not resurface.
6 days ago
Zachary’s Sensory Gym to Host Fundraising Concert in Jonesboro in September
A Jonesboro nonprofit aiming to open the region's first sensory-friendly gym will be hosting a fundraising concert later this year.
6 days ago
Former Greene County Sheriff’s Office Finance Director Arrested in Theft Case
She was terminated following an internal investigation that determined she had fraudulently claimed 75 hours of work time.
6 days ago
Weiner Councilman Charged with Stalking After ASP Investigation
A Weiner councilman turned himself in at the Poinsett County Detention Center, where he was charged with three counts of stalking.
6 days ago
Suspect Arrested in Marked Tree Officer’s Death
Marked Tree Police Officers and Arkansas State Police Special Agents and Troopers have arrested a man in connection with the death of a Marked Tree police officer.
6 days ago
Jonesboro’s August Community Cleanup Scheduled
The cleanup is free and open to Jonesboro residents.
6 days ago
A-State ASBTDC to Host Free ‘Funding Your Business’ Workshop in Paragould
In-person training on business loans, SBA programs, microloans, grants, and financing options set for Aug. 11 at Generating Innovative Network
6 days ago
Jonesboro Police Department to Host Community Engagement Event with Donuts
The Jonesboro Police Department is inviting the community to ask questions while enjoying donuts.
1 week ago
Jonesboro Educational Leaders, Law Enforcement Attend Demonstration of Drone-Based Active Shooter Suppression System
Educational leaders, legislators, and law enforcement gathered Thursday morning for a demonstration of a non-lethal, drone-based active shooter suppression system.
1 week ago
St. Bernards Medical Center Earns Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Accreditation
St. Bernards Medical Center announced it received a new national accreditation after demonstrating a commitment to providing safe and effective metabolic and bariatric surgery procedures.
1 week ago
UAMS Northeast, Residency Program to be Topic at Jonesboro University Lions Club Meeting
The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club will be meet next week to learn about a Northeast Arkansas medical residency program.
1 week ago
Big Grass Bluegrass Festival Returns to Collins Theater
The annual Big Grass Bluegrass Festival will take place Friday, July 24, and Saturday, July 25, at the Collins Theatre, 120 W. Emerson St., in Paragould.
1 week ago
ASP’s ‘Rules of the Road’ Campaign Aims to Help Arkansans Make Safer Decisions Behind the Wheel
Each installment in the series will address real-world scenarios Troopers frequently encounter, including how to properly move over for emergency vehicles, respond to road rage situations, and ensure proper seat belt use for all passengers.
1 week ago
THE EXPERT | Does Summertime Affect Pregnancy?
Heat poses unique challenges to pregnant moms. These women experience additional stressors from high temperatures and humidity.
1 week ago
CWL of Jonesboro Celebrates 120 Years; Shares Future Plans
City Water and Light (CWL) of Jonesboro recently celebrated its 120th anniversary, and new changes are coming as the company moves to the future.
1 week ago
Jonesboro Man Arrested in Connection to Deadly Walker Place Shooting
A Jonesboro man faces felony charges of child endangerment and tampering with evidence after police said he provided transportation for three suspects in the Walker Place shooting that left one person dead.
