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2 weeks ago
Community members encouraged to ‘adopt’ Jonesboro E911 dispatchers for holiday season
The Jonesboro E911 Center has set a goal for each dispatcher to receive holiday cheer throughout the season.
2 weeks ago
Brookland Public Schools calling for millage increase in March election
Due to significant growth at the Brookland School District, the district's school board passed a resolution Monday night calling for an election to raise its millage rate.
2 weeks ago
Caleigh Parker honored with Christmas lights and cash
Caleigh was being honored as the winner of the 7th annual Light Up Their Hearts
2 weeks ago
Leadership Jonesboro accepting applications for 40th anniversary class
The hands-on learning experience promotes civic engagement, community involvement, and professional relationships.
2 weeks ago
From Jonesboro to the sea – one sailor’s path to a Navy warship
Airman Williams is a Jonesboro native serving aboard assault ship USS Boxer.
2 weeks ago
Arvest Foundation awards grant as Giving Tuesday match to St. Bernards Development Foundation
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $4,000 grant to St. Bernards Development Foundation. The grant will serve…
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Sensory-friendly area added to Jonesboro Christmas Parade route
The viewing area will have accommodations for those with special sensory needs.
2 weeks ago
A-State Men Surge to 20-Point Victory over UT Arlington
A-State pulled away in the first half and did not look back in an 83-63 victory
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro parks director under investigation from Department of Justice
The U.S. Department of Justice Tuesday morning began investigating the Jonesboro Parks and Recreation Department director Danny Kapales.
2 weeks ago
Craighead County road to be closed for road work
Part of a Craighead County road will be closed on Wednesday for road work.
2 weeks ago
NWS warning of black ice on Northeast Arkansas roadways
The National Weather Service is warning drivers of black ice across Northeast Arkansas.
2 weeks ago
Delta Symphony Orchestra bringing first-of-its-kind concert to Jonesboro
The Candlelight Classic concert will be an immersive event in early-February at The Forum.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro woman accused of attacking victim over Thanksgiving food prep
A Jonesboro woman is facing a felony charge after police said she attacked a man with a pocket knife on Thanksgiving because he woke her up to help prepare food for the holiday.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro nonprofits preparing for Giving Tuesday
Created in 2012, Giving Tuesday dedicates a day for community members to give back to the nonprofits in their region.
3 weeks ago
Pets of the Week – Dec. 1
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present "Pets of the Week". We will feature a handful of animals each week.
3 weeks ago
National Weather Service provides winter weather safety tips
With a winter weather advisory in effect for Craighead County and greater Northeast Arkansas until Tuesday at 6 a.m., the National Weather Service in Memphis provided some winter weather safety tips.
3 weeks ago
Arvest Foundation awards grant to CASA in Craighead, Greene, and Poinsett Counties
The $4,000 grant will help recruit, train, and support volunteer advocates for children in foster care.
3 weeks ago
A-State Women’s Basketball Defeats Kent State
Red Wolves win 74-54 in the championship game of the Baha Mar Hoops Nassau Championship-Goombay Division
3 weeks ago
Red Wolves Volleyball head to NCAA Tourney
A-State to play in the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2015 and the sixth time in program history Thursday versus No. 6 seed Baylor.
