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5 days ago
This Saturday: America 250 Freedom Fest Set to Light Up A-State Campus
Largest Fourth of July celebration in Northeast Arkansas features car show, cornhole tournament, Delta Symphony Orchestra and the biggest Freedom Fest fireworks spectacular ever produced
6 days ago
Traffic Backs Up as Crowds Pack Judd Hill Farmers Market
Long lines of traffic and overflowing parking lots greeted shoppers seeking fresh produce, flowers, meats and handmade goods
6 days ago
CWL to Begin Flushing Its Water Systems in Jonesboro City Limits
City Water and Light of Jonesboro will begin flushing its systems on Sunday.
6 days ago
Arkansas State Volleyball Unveils Schedule for 2026 Campaign
With a historic 2025 campaign in the rearview, Arkansas State volleyball head coach Brian Gerwig unveiled the 2026 schedule.
6 days ago
Jonesboro A&P Updates: Cashless Sportsplex, Naming Rights, and Tax Cash Flows
The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion (A&P) Commission on Thursday heard various updates regarding the upcoming Jonesboro sports complex, as well as updates on its cash position.
6 days ago
Man Accused of Pointing Gun at Jonesboro Homeowner During Confrontation
A man is behind bars after police said he pointed a gun at a Jonesboro homeowner during a confrontation earlier this week.
6 days ago
Less Than One Week Left to Apply for Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council in Jonesboro
One week remains for those wanting to submit their applications for the Mayor's Youth Advancement Council
6 days ago
AGFC: Register to Participate in an Urban Archery Deer Hunt this Fall
Deer hunters wishing to help manage deer herds in certain urban areas and help feed fellow Arkansans can learn how to register for one of nine urban archery hunts taking place this fall.
1 week ago
Attorney General Griffin Announces Five Medicaid Fraud Arrests, Two from Jonesboro
The cases are being prosecuted by Health Care Fraud Strike Force teams, 56 U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, and 45 State Attorneys General’s Offices nationwide.
1 week ago
Jonesboro Man Arrested, Accused of $10K+ Check Fraud Scheme
Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he deposited multiple checks totaling over $10,000 into his account for his online gambling habits.
1 week ago
Jonesboro Massage Parlor Owner Gets $150K Bond Following Thursday Raid
The owner of a Jonesboro massage parlor was given a $150,000 cash/surety bond Friday following her arrest that resulted from an investigation into allegations of prostitution.
1 week ago
United Way of NEA Announces Over $425K in Funding for Various Nonprofits in 2027 Funding Cycle
Nonprofits in Northeast Arkansas will have increased support next year, as the United Way of Northeast Arkansas unveiled its recipients for its 2027 funding cycle.
1 week ago
THE SPOTLIGHT | Jonesboro Woman Provides Sensory-Friendly Haircuts for Special Needs Kids
A Jonesboro woman is working to make haircuts more comfortable for kids with autism, one appointment at a time.
1 week ago
Craighead Nursing Center to Host Open House for Newly Renovated Wing
The Craighead Nursing Center will be unveiling its recently renovated skilled nursing wing in early July with an open house.
1 week ago
Letter to the Editor: A Lack of Safety Planning in North Jonesboro
"City and county governments should serve all residents of Jonesboro and Craighead County equally."
1 week ago
Jonesboro Massage Parlor Raided, Owner Faces Prostitution Charge
A multiagency raid on a local massage parlor resulted in the arrest of its owner following an investigation into allegations of sexual assault and prostitution, according to the Jonesboro Police Department.
1 week ago
Final Beam Installed, New Name Revealed for Jonesboro Sports Complex
The structure of Jonesboro's upcoming sports complex was completed Thursday in a topping out ceremony, and the facility's new name was revealed.
1 week ago
Paragould Towing Owner Faces Over 140 Charges in Alleged Repossession Scheme
A Paragould woman is behind bars and faces 147 charges after police said she orchestrated a widespread fraud scheme involving nearly 90 incidents of falsified business records and the illegal sale of vehicles
1 week ago
Vehicle Erupts in Flames Following Crash
Apparent FedEx delivery van catches fire after colliding with another vehicle
1 week ago
A-State, Jonesboro Community Honor Todd Shields as he Assumes Role of ASU System President
"I feel like the best is yet to come. I'm not leaving, I'm literally moving positions and I'll still be coming back and helping," Shields said.
