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6 days ago

Brunch Edition of Culinary Crawl Set for April in Downtown Jonesboro

The Downtown Jonesboro Alliance's Culinary Crawl is returning in April, but this time with a brunch twist.

6 days ago

Events scheduled in April at Jonesboro library

Several events are scheduled at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library in April.

6 days ago

Design Week for Plan Jonesboro Begins

"What we hear from the community this week is critical to building out the plan in this next year."

6 days ago

Runoff Election Day for Secretary of State in Craighead County

The election is between state Sen. Kim Hammer (R-Benton) and Bryan Norris. Polling places will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

6 days ago

Arkansas State Women’s Basketball Advance to WNIT Fab 4

Rogers Scores Career-High 20 points in 71-53 Win over Cleveland State

1 week ago

KLEK 102.5 FM and Glory 104.3 FM to Host Community Bible Giveaway in Jonesboro for Easter

Community members are invited to stop by and receive a free Bible for themselves, their families, or someone in need.

1 week ago

Pets of the Week // March 30

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.”

1 week ago

NYITCOM at A-State Announces 10-Year Anniversary Celebration

Jonesboro medical school will host dinner event on May 21.

1 week ago

Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Host Special Evening Meeting on Tuesday

This meeting aims to update current and prospective club members who cannot make the usual morning meeting time.

1 week ago

NEA CAC Raises Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month in Craighead County and Beyond

Throughout April, the Northeast Arkansas Children’s Advocacy Center will lead awareness efforts, educational outreach, and community engagement initiatives to keep children safe.

1 week ago

A-State Dominates on the Mound in 2-1 Win over James Madison

Red Wolves take weekend series with James Madison

1 week ago

Leachville man dies following March 13 accident

Tony Leo Hawkins died March 24 at Regional One Medical Center in Memphis

1 week ago

Jonesboro Woman Wins $5,000 Shopping Spree

Linda Pendergrass of Jonesboro was announced as the winner

1 week ago

A-State Hits Five Home Runs to win 11-9 Win over James Madison

Arkansas State scored all 11 runs off homers

1 week ago

Police: Jonesboro Man Used Helmet to Attack Neighbor Before Passing Out in Her Apartment

Court documents state that a Jonesboro man assaulted his neighbor with a motorcycle helmet, trapped her in her home, and then passed out while looking for property he claimed his neighbor had taken.

1 week ago

Red Wolves Advance to WNIT Great Eight

Arkansas State tied a program record and set a WNIT record 20 threes made.

1 week ago

City of Jonesboro Seeking to Improve Pedestrian Safety Downtown

Following a fatal pedestrian accident in downtown Jonesboro, plans to improve pedestrian safety are under review by city leadership.

1 week ago

Jonesboro Man Faces Life in Prison Following Drug Bust, Bonds Total $1.5M

19-year-old Namarion Jerome Rodgers is behind bars on two bonds totaling $1.5 million after agents found drugs and prescription pills at his home.

1 week ago

Retiring Faculty Members Recognized at 2026 Honors Convocation

This year, 11 retiring faculty members were honored.

1 week ago

Whataburger to open in Jonesboro in April

The first guest in each drive-thru lane and in line for the dining room will receive a gift basket from Whataburger.

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