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1 week ago

Documents show City Stars concerns going back to early 2023, Jonesboro mayor responds

Documents show communications between Mayor Copenhaver and concerned citizens. Copenhaver responds.

1 week ago

$3.5M in federal appropriation for Jonesboro E911/Real Time Crime Center secured

The City of Jonesboro is being awarded $3.5 million in federal appropriations for the E-911/Real Time Crime Center.

1 week ago

NWS warning drivers of black ice on roads

As drivers continue returning to the roads in the aftermath of this weekend's winter storm, the National Weather Service is warning motorists of potential hazards.

1 week ago

Arkansas U.S. Postal Service operations suspended due to winter conditions

U.S. Postal Service deliveries in Arkansas remain temporarily suspended due to lingering wintry conditions.

1 week ago

Delta National Small Prints Exhibition celebrates its 30th anniversary 

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Delta National Small Prints Exhibition, hosted by Bradbury Art Museum. 

1 week ago

Boot Barn announces Jonesboro location

The new store will be in the same center as Best Buy, which recently announced its return to Jonesboro.

1 week ago

Breaking Bonds Ministries offering to clear snow from driveways, sidewalks

About 50 clearings have been scheduled and crews will continue to work "until the snow melts."

1 week ago

UPDATE | Jonesboro sanitation routes remain affected by lingering wintry conditions

City of Jonesboro sanitation routes are being affected by snow coverage.

1 week ago

JPS, BRTC partner to offer tuition-free associate degrees to high school students

Jonesboro Public Schools announced a partnership with Black River Technical College beginning this Fall.

1 week ago

ASK THE EXPERT | Prioritize Cardiovascular Health this February

In Northeast Arkansas, where heart disease remains the leading cause of death, awareness is more than a buzzword. It’s a necessity.

1 week ago

Craighead County USDA food distribution rescheduled due to wintry conditions

The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas' food distribution set for Wednesday has been rescheduled due to wintry weather.

1 week ago

Crews working to clear Craighead County roads after winter weather

Crews are continuing to work to clear roads in Northeast Arkansas now that wintry precipitation has moved out of the area.

1 week ago

Craighead County under extreme cold warning

Even though winter precipitation has moved out of the area, Craighead County and the surrounding area remain under an extreme cold warning.

1 week ago

Rose Scores 28 to Propel Lady Red Wolves over Dukes

Arkansas State overcame an 18-point deficit to complete their home stand undefeated in their 74-67 win over James Madison

2 weeks ago

Red Wolves reschedule game hosting JMU

Arkansas State is set to host James Madison on Sunday, January 25, at 3 p.m. after the game was initially postponed Saturday due to facility issues. 

2 weeks ago

A-State Men Drop Matchup at Georgia State

Arkansas State men’s basketball fell in an 82-81 decision at Georgia State

2 weeks ago

Northeast Arkansas Snow Days

JonesboroRightNow is featuring snow day photos from user submissions.

2 weeks ago

A-State women’s basketball game against James Madison delayed indefinitely

The game was originally scheduled for Sat. Jan. 24 with tip-off at 11 a.m.

2 weeks ago

UPDATE | Free rides to Jonesboro warming centers not affected by JET closure

Despite Jonesboro Economic Transit (JET) services closing, rides to warming centers will not be affected.

2 weeks ago

Closures happening across Jonesboro in response to winter weather

Multiple services are announcing closures or reduced hours in response to severe winter weather moving through the area.

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6 hours ago in National, Trending

Man who tried to shoot Trump at a Florida golf course gets life in prison

A man convicted of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump on a Florida golf course in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison after a federal prosecutor said his crime was unacceptable "in this country or anywhere."

6 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food, Lifestyle, News

Valentine’s Day events across Craighead County

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Love is in the air, and JRN has made a list of Valentine's Day events across Craighead County to help you celebrate.

10 hours ago in Lifestyle, News, Wellness

Arkansas Community Foundation of Greene County awards grant to Together We Foster

four women hold check for $10,000

Together We Foster has locations that serve multiple counties in Northeast Arkansas, including both Craighead and Greene counties.

12 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, News

Delta National Small Prints Exhibition opens, 2026 purchase awards announced

Juror Ann Johnson selected prints to receive purchase awards. The award-winning art pieces become part of BAM's permanent collection.

13 hours ago in Lifestyle

Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here’s how to start yours

If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. It doesn't get more local, organic and in-season than a backyard vegetable garden.