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5 days ago

Daylight Saving Time Ends on Sunday: Tips to Combat the Time Change

Prepare to "fall back" one hour this weekend as daylight saving time comes to an end across the country.

5 days ago

Brookland Voters Consider Municipal Bond Restructuring at the Polls to Fund City Improvements

Brookland voters are considering whether to refund and refinance the city's existing municipal bonds, and the city's mayor is explaining how the bonds work and how they will be repaid.

5 days ago

Man Held on $200K Bond Accused of Fleeing Jonesboro Traffic Stop, Fighting K-9

A man is being held on a $200,000 cash/surety bond after police said he fled a traffic stop, fought a Jonesboro K-9, and was found to have meth on him.

5 days ago

A-State Joins Higher Education Emergency Mutual Aid Agreement

The agreement allows member institutions to share resources before, during and after emergencies or special events.

6 days ago

Jonesboro Man Accused of Vehicle Theft, Multiple Break-ins at St. Bernard’s Hospital

A Jonesboro man is behind bars after police said he stole a vehicle and broke into several others at the St. Bernard's hospital parking garage.

6 days ago

Sun Belt Conference Cross Country Championships on Docket for A-State

The Red Wolves seek their first women’s conference championship since 2023 and the first men’s title since 2022.

6 days ago

NEA Children’s Museum Planning Color Run in Jonesboro to Benefit Museum

The upcoming NEA Children's Museum is hosting a color run later in November to promote community engagement and the museum itself.

6 days ago

Proposed Jonesboro Public Safety Sales Tax Debated at Kiwanis Club Meeting

Panelists on both sides of the debate regarding a public safety sales tax on the general election ballot debated at the Kiwanis Club of Greater Jonesboro meeting on Wednesday.

6 days ago

Former Harrisburg Police Chief and Son Plead Guilty to Misdemeanors in 2025 Impersonation Case

A former Harrisburg police chief and his son pled guilty to misdemeanor charges on Tuesday in regard to a 2025 impersonation case.

6 days ago

Halloween Art Bash, Trunk-or-Treat Takes Over Windgate Hall on Oct. 30

A frightfully fun night, full of art and activities, it will also allow the community to experience this new space on campus.

6 days ago

Trial Date Set for Jonesboro Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Juvenile

Court dates have been set for a Jonesboro man facing a felony charge after police said he sexually assaulted a juvenile.

6 days ago

UPDATE | Victim Injured in Gladiolus Drive Shooting Identified

The Jonesboro Police Department (JPD) is investigating a Wednesday night shooting that left a man injured.

6 days ago

Jonesboro Woman Arrested Following Weekend Stabbing on Belt Street

A Jonesboro woman is facing a felony charge after police said she stabbed another woman in the chest during a fight over the weekend.

6 days ago

A-State Track and Field Announces 2026-27 Schedule

The schedule features 22 regular-season meets including the Red Wolves Invitational on April 23-24.

6 days ago

THE EXPERT | Decoding Life Insurance for Your Family’s Future

David McClain offers a breakdown on the different types of life insurance to make sure your family is protected.

7 days ago

City Water and Light to Flush Water System During First Week of November

City Water and Light (CWL) will be conducting overnight water line flushing across several Jonesboro neighborhoods starting Nov. 1.

7 days ago

A-State Meat Lab Dedicated After Receiving $750K Grant to Fund New Equipment, Upgrades

Officials gathered Wednesday morning to dedicate Arkansas State University's meat lab after it received a $750,000 grant to fund new equipment.

1 week ago

UPDATE | Charges Dropped Against Jonesboro Man in 2025 Sexual Assault Case

All charges have been dismissed against a Jonesboro man who was accused of sexually assaulting a minor after prosecutors were unable to locate the victim.

1 week ago

Arkansas State Baseball Announces 2027 Season Schedule

Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced the release of the 2027 baseball schedule, including a pair of in-season tournaments and 22 home games.

1 week ago

New Chipotle Location in Jonesboro Opening on Election Day

Chipotle is currently looking to fill approximately 30 crew positions for the new location.

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