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Brookland Sisters Build Kindness Movement Through School Club, Children’s Book, and Community Outreach
Founded in October 2025 by Brookland Middle School students Willow Brown and Scout Brown, Blooming Beyond Bullying was created to encourage students to lead with kindness and help ensure that every child feels seen, valued, and included.
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$750K Bond Set for Paragould Man Accused of Raping a Juvenile
A Paragould man is behind bars on a $750,000 cash/surety bond after police said he raped a teenager under the age of 16.
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Expect Increased Military Traffic on Arkansas Highways Through Mid-June
Jonesboro drivers should prepare for an uptick in military vehicle traffic starting Friday, May 29, and continuing through June 15, as the National Guard begins traveling for annual training exercises.
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Craighead County Well-Represented in Youth Shooting Sports State Championship
Six Craighead County student-athletes are leading a local contingent into the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Youth Shooting Sports State Championships this weekend.
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How Jonesboro’s Limb Pickup Process Works and What to Avoid
JRN spoke with the city about the collection process, why pickup may take longer, and the do’s and don’ts on laying out debris for crews to pick up.
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A-State Professor Secures Grant to Increase Federal Funding Opportunities
Arkansas State University professor Dr. Andrew “Drew” Fleming was one of 12 selected statewide to receive the Emerging Research Leaders Program grant.
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Jonesboro Man Dead After Wednesday’s Fatal Crash on U.S. 49
A Jonesboro man is dead after a crash that occurred on U.S. 49 Wednesday afternoon.
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Fresh Look Coming to Jonesboro Media Group’s Building Downtown
Work is officially underway to completely repaint the large logo signs on the north side of 314 Union St.
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Paragould Sex Offender Held on $100K Bond For Failing to Comply With Reporting Requirements
A Paragould sex offender is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after police said he failed to abide by his reporting requirements due to having multiple unregistered accounts on his phone.
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Second 7 Brew Stand Coming to Jonesboro
"We are very excited to be employing many more local crew members at this second location and hopefully help our original stand on Stallings get a bit of relief..."– Candace Dixon Horne, 7 Brew Franchisee
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Arkansas Fire Fatalities Rise in 2026, Arkansas State Fire Marshal’s Office Says
State officials are urging Arkansans to act now by installing smoke alarms, testing them monthly, and replacing batteries as needed.
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$100K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man in Domestic Battery Case Involving Previous Victim
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after police said he assaulted a victim who had been involved in a previous domestic case.
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Jonesboro Swim Teams Told by City Officials to Reach Agreement on Lane Usage
The Finance and Administration Council Committee voted to indefinitely table a resolution regarding pool lane usage for Jonesboro swim teams. City officials said it was up to the two parties to meet and reach a mutual agreement.
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Jonesboro Man Accused of Kidnapping, Sexually Assaulting Ex-Girlfriend
A Jonesboro man faces multiple felony charges and life in prison after deputies said he tied his ex-girlfriend up, beat her until she lost consciousness, and sexually assaulted her.
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Downtown Jonesboro Roads to be Closed Starting Thursday for Skirmish Festival
Some streets in downtown Jonesboro will be temporarily closed this weekend for The Skirmish: A Delta Gravel Festival.
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Jonesboro Pets of the Week // May 27
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present "Pets of the Week"
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A-State’s HPMEC to Host Day Camp in June, Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center will host a day camp in mid-June.
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A-State Chancellor Todd Shields to be Next ASU System President
Arkansas State University Chancellor Dr. Todd Shields will be the next ASU System President.
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ASPSF Names Jonesboro Resident Volunteer of the Month
Since beginning her volunteer journey in January 2025, Jennifer Salo has quickly made an impact by supporting single parents as they pursue higher education and build brighter futures.
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The Billion-Dollar Ripple: How an Industrial Boom is Reshaping Northeast Arkansas
The industrial landscape of Northeast Arkansas is rapidly evolving as billions of dollars in advanced manufacturing investments ripple into neighboring communities.
