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2 weeks ago
Jonesboro’s Tornado Sirens Undergoing Maintenance, Upgrades
Work is beginning on upgrading the City of Jonesboro's tornado siren system.
2 weeks ago
Man Accused of Stabbing Lyft Driver While Drunk in Jonesboro Fight, Given $250K Bond
A man was given a $250,000 cash/surety bond Friday as court documents state that he stabbed his Lyft driver while he was drunk and attempted to steal the driver’s vehicle in a Jonesboro fight.
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Downtown Jonesboro’s Newest Mural Unveiled in Ribbon Cutting
"Beautification of downtown is so vital," DJA executive director Sarah Doss said. "[We want] to make this just a place that people love."
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$200K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man Arrested in Shots-Fired Investigation
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $200,000 cash/surety bond after deputies said a firearm and drugs were found in his vehicle following a shots-fired investigation.
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A-State Men’s Basketball Announces Promotions Within the 2026-27 Coaching Staff
Arkansas State men’s basketball head coach Ryan Pannone announced multiple promotions to new roles ahead of the 2026-27 season.
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Sanders Announces Appointments, 2 from Jonesboro
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced appointments to various government boards and commissions, with some of the appointees from Jonesboro.
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54th Annual Early Childhood Conference to be held at A-State
The conference will be in August and will feature interest sessions that will be facilitated by teams of trainers.
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Arvest Foundation Awards $5K Grant to Single Parent Scholarship Fund
The grant will fund scholarships for single parents in Craighead, Baxter and Boone counties.
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A-State Football Kickoff Party Set for July 30
The event will provide Red Wolves fans an opportunity to connect with the football program ahead of the 2026 season.
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Arkansas State Police: Increased Speed Enforcement Begins July 10
Speeding reduces a driver's ability to react to changing traffic conditions, navigate curves safely, and stop in time to avoid a crash.
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Nonprofit Seeks to Bring Homelessness Support to Jonesboro
“Together We Home” is an initiative led by Rashawn Vaughan that is dedicated to helping individuals and families experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives.
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How Arkansas’ Comparative Fault Rule Affects Jonesboro Accident Claims | REES LAW, THE EXPERT
Rees Law Firm in Jonesboro has spent more than 30 years handling personal injury and auto accident claims in Northeast Arkansas.
2 weeks ago
Petition Seeking Sales Tax Vote Filed with County Clerk
Petition seeks vote on 5/8-of-a-cent Jonesboro sales tax to support police, fire and dispatch
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Woman Given $150K Bond After Shooting Person During Fight
A Jonesboro woman is behind bars on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said she shot another person during a fight.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Man Faces Felony Rape, Kidnapping Charges in Domestic Assault Case
A Jonesboro man is facing multiple felony charges, including rape and kidnapping, after police said he attacked and raped his ex-wife during a domestic assault.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro City Council Indefinitely Tables Ordinance that would Establish Sports Tourism Committee
The committee would have been responsible for determining the best practices, operational methods, and tourism strategies regarding youth sports, serving in a strictly advisory role.
2 weeks ago
Suspect in Jonesboro Homicide Given $750K Bond, Faces Life in Prison
A Blytheville man was given a $750,000 cash/surety bond following his arrest in connection with a deadly Jonesboro shooting that occurred earlier this week.
2 weeks ago
Public Comment Period Open for Proposed Changes to Jonesboro’s Public Transit System
GOJO, the city's public transit system, is seeking public comment as it prepares to make adjustments and changes to its fares and routes, director Lee Wells said during Tuesday's city council meeting.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro City Council Approves Police Officer Recruitment Incentives
The Jonesboro City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved an incentive package plan aimed at recruiting additional qualified police officers to the ranks of the Jonesboro Police Department.
2 weeks ago
State Police Release Details on Fatal Monday Morning Crash in Jonesboro
An early morning, two-vehicle collision at a Jonesboro intersection on Monday left a 38-year-old Bono man dead. Arkansas State Police have released the initial details surrounding the crash.
