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Jonesboro Unlimited receives award from International Economic Development Council
Jonesboro Unlimited received a 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award from the International Economic Development Council.
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A-State falls in Stillwater despite 2 goals in final minutes
Arkansas State Soccer made a late push in the final 10 minutes with two goals, but fell short on the road at Oklahoma State.
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Southwest Drive/Parker Road project about to begin
6 million dollar project projected to be completed in late 2026
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Robbery suspect arrested at Dollar General
The suspect was arrested by Jonesboro Police inside the Dollar General on East Johnson as the robbery unfolded
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Jonesboro farm equipment dealer involved in Russian legal fight
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette staff writer Brett Barrouquere covers MirTech involvement
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Jonesboro fraternity holds second annual community award, scholarship banquet
A Jonesboro fraternity celebrated not only the success of local students on Saturday, but also highlighted those who make a difference in the community.
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Juveniles identified in rash of break-ins
Jonesboro Police take multiple juveniles into custody after break-ins last weekend
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Caraway sex offender accused of failing to comply with reporting requirements
A Caraway man is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after court documents said he violated reporting requirements regarding his location and which vehicle he was driving.
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A-State’s Shooting Sports Club takes awards in trapshooting championship
Arkansas State University’s Shooting Sports Club recently won several awards in the AIM Grand National Trapshooting Championships, held at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta, IL.
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Cerebrovascular neurosurgeon brings new surgical options to St. Bernards
St. Bernards Healthcare announced the arrival of cerebrovascular neurosurgeon Nicolas “Nick” Khattar, M.D., who joins the growing team of expert neurosurgeons practicing at St. Bernards Medical Center.
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Wish grants 5-year-old a camper for family camping trips
Make-A-Wish Mid-South on Friday granted the wish of 5-year-old Grayson Collins: having a camper so he and his family can go camping together.
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Westside Consolidated School District announces approval of new building
A new construction project on the campus of the Westside Consolidated School District was unanimously approved earlier this week, the district announced Friday.
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Jonesboro man accused of failing to comply with sex offender reporting requirements given $100K bond
A Level 3 Jonesboro sex offender is facing a failure to comply charge after court documents said he failed to verify information regarding his location within the deadline.
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A-State’s Jo Ann Nalley recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award
In recognition of both her career and her vision for young children’s education, Jo Ann Nalley received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the annual Fall Faculty Conference at Arkansas State University.
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Lake City Fire Department launches new Junior Firefighter Program
The Lake City Fire Department announced its very first Junior Firefighter Program, which will open to area high school students.
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Multiple departments respond to Thursday afternoon fire in Brookland
Multiple departments responded to a structure fire Thursday afternoon in Brookland.
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Downtown Jonesboro road to be closed next Friday
A downtown Jonesboro road will be closed next Friday for the annual Paint the Town Red festivities.
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Harrisburg man pleads guilty to attempted capital murder
A Poinsett County man has been sentenced to ten years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted capital murder.
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Festivities planned for annual Paint the Town Red Week in Jonesboro
The annual Paint the Town Red Week, hosted by the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for next week.
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Forbes names St. Bernards to ‘America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025’ list
St. Bernards Healthcare announced its selection to Forbes’ “America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025” list released on Thursday, joining a group of 25 employers in Arkansas.
