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A-State Football 2026 Single-Game Tickets on Sale Now
The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Wednesday that single-game tickets are now on sale for the Red Wolves’ 2026 football season.
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City Provides Update on Accidental Activation of Tornado Sirens in Jonesboro
Crews are continuing to investigate the accidental activation of the City of Jonesboro's tornado sirens on Tuesday.
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Neighbors in Need NEA’s 5th Annual Community Picnic Scheduled in Jonesboro
Community members experiencing food insecurity are invited to enjoy a free barbeque meal at Neighbors in Need NEA's fifth annual Community Picnic.
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Jonesboro Library Hosts AR Kids Community Workshop
Families with children in 1st through 3rd grade, as well as community members, are invited to attend and learn more about the changing landscape of standardized literacy assessments.
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Highway Commissioner Jerry Halsey Lays Out Bold Vision for Northeast Arkansas Infrastructure
Newly appointed commissioner says better highways, regional connectivity and long-term planning could reshape the future of Northeast Arkansas
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Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas to Host USDA Food Distributions in Craighead County
Households receiving USDA foods must reside in Craighead County and are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month.
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Two Jonesboro Athletes Selected for USTA Coaching Serving All: Aspiring Coaches powered by WeCOACH
Two Jonesboro athletes have been selected to be part of 30 nationwide participants to take part in the initiative USTA Coaching Serving All: Aspiring Coaches powered by WeCOACH.
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Jonesboro Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Stealing Truck and Money During Weekend Spree
Court documents show that a Jonesboro man who broke into a local dealership, stole a truck, and drove around the city spending stolen cash pled guilty Monday.
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Cypress Creek and Google Break Ground on America’s Largest Solar Project in Mississippi County
The groundbreaking event marked a major milestone for a project that will help meet growing electricity demand while showcasing Arkansas's role in strengthening America's energy and manufacturing supply chains.
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Battles of the Badges Blood Drive Returns to Jonesboro
Jonesboro citizens are invited to support their favorite public safety departments, all while donating to a good cause.
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Jonesboro Man Held on $150K Bond for Attacking and Choking Wife, Faces Multiple Felonies
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said he attacked his wife with a wrench and choked her unconscious during a domestic disturbance over the weekend.
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California Man Arrested After Placing Tracking Device on Woman’s Car; Held on $150K Bond
Police arrested a man after they said he attempted to contact a woman at a Jonesboro shelter by putting a tracking device on her vehicle in addition to being found with drugs and paraphernalia.
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Early Morning Structure Fire Displaces Nine at Jonesboro Motel on Sunday; One Resident Transported to Hospital
A structure fire tore through a local motel early Sunday morning, leaving several residents displaced and sending one person to the hospital.
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Jonesboro Man Faces Forgery Charge After Fraudulent Check Scheme
A Jonesboro man is facing a felony charge after police said he orchestrated a fraudulent check scheme that resulted in the theft of nearly $10,000 from a local bank.
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Bay and Lake City Among Recipients of $12.52M in Arkansas Community Grants
Out of 88 grants awarded statewide from the Community Development Block Grant and State Rural Community Grant programs, two went directly to Craighead County municipalities under the Rural Community Grant Program.
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Lighthouse Education Cooperative in Bono Partners with Barton’s to Build Nature Observatory Deck
Lighthouse Education Cooperative has partnered with Barton's to build the Lighthouse Nature Observatory Deck.
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JRN Pets of the Week: Meet Hank and Aphrodite (Plus, How to Take Advantage of Reduced Adoption Fees All Month)
Finding a lifelong companion brings unmatched joy to a household, and local adoption is the perfect way to make a meaningful difference right here in Craighead County.
1 week ago
Jonesboro Police Investigating Late-Night Shooting Death at Apartment Complex
The Jonesboro Police Department is investigating a late-night shooting that left one man dead.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Man to Speak to Craighead County Historical Society About History of U.S.S. Arkansas
A Jonesboro resident will be speaking to the Craighead County Historical Society next week to detail the history and legacy of the U.S.S. Arkansas.
2 weeks ago
AGFC Urges Public to Report Suspected Screwworm, Parasite Cases on Wild Deer
It’s just human nature to want to help, but trying to administer treatments to free-ranging wildlife is rarely effective and can cause many more troubles than it prevents.
