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Jonesboro crime numbers down as population increases
Despite Jonesboro's population continuing to grow, overall crime over the past 10 years has decreased, Jonesboro Police Department Chief Rick Elliott said.
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Jonesboro 10-year-old sells artwork for Make-A-Wish
Kohl Beeson, who is 10 years old, said he has been painting since he was in kindergarten.
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A-State drops road contest at Georgia Southern
Statesboro, GA – Contributed – Arkansas State fell on the road at Georgia Southern, 60-69 Wednesday afternoon at Hill Convention Center. Crislyn…
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Caraway food distribution date set
The rescheduled date for the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas's USDA food distribution in Caraway has been set.
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A-State powers past ULM
A-State scored 100 or more points against the Warhawks for the first time in series history, and it is the first time either side has surpassed the century mark in the series since 1955.
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THE EXPERT | DNW Outdoors discusses Migra Ammunition’s non-toxic solution for waterfowl and dove hunting
For hunters seeking the best stacked shotshells for waterfowl hunting or high-performance dove hunting ammo, Migra offers versatile, non-toxic solutions that deliver unmatched efficiency and ethical results.
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City of Jonesboro moves forward with infrastructure improvement funding application
The City of Jonesboro is set to apply for a $21 million federal grant to help fund infrastructure safety improvements near the Ridge Athletic Complex.
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Affidavit: Police seize fentanyl mixture and cash at Jonesboro motel, duo arrested
Two people are behind bars after police said an investigation into a suspicious vehicle at a Jonesboro motel on Tuesday resulted in the seizure of marijuana, cash, and a fentanyl mixture.
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Craighead County Quorum Court discusses construction of new District Court building
The discussion comes after an Intergovernmental Council meeting held in January between the Craighead County Judge's Office and the mayors of various Craighead County cities.
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From isolation to unity: The “All Means All” shift at Leadership Magnet School
Leadership Magnet School is teaching staff members to take ownership of every child’s success - one step at a time.
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Craighead County man accused of threatening victim at gunpoint and raping them
Kevyn Malachi Bowen, 20, of Cash, appeared in court on Feb. 2 and was charged with one count of Rape and one count of Terroristic Threatening.
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University of Arkansas Chancellor’s List includes Jonesboro students
The University of Arkansas is recognizing students for earning a place on the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List, the university's highest semester academic honor for undergraduates.
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Early voting for primary election begins Tuesday
Early voting for the preferential party primary election begins next week.
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City of Jonesboro sanitation routes to be adjusted for President’s Day holiday
Sanitation routes for the City of Jonesboro will be on adjusted schedules next week due to the President's Day holiday.
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Craighead County Quorum Court approves ordinances regarding potential office consolidation
The proposal to consolidate the offices of county treasurer and collector will appear on the November ballot.
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Congress approves $2.1 million in appropriations to A-State to support steel research and testing
The funding will support the acquisition of industry-grade testing equipment for Arkansas State’s Center for Advanced Materials and Steel Manufacturing.
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Junior Auxiliary of Jonesboro to host “An Evening in Oz” 2026 charity ball
The event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at the Embassy Suites Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center.
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ADEM urges earthquake preparedness for Craighead County
The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) is observing February as National Earthquake Awareness Month.
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ASU System adopts common course numbering to simplify student pathways
The Arkansas State University System has completed a new common course numbering system to align with statewide higher education goals and simplify transfer processes for students.
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Jonesboro man accused of threatening to kill girlfriend at gunpoint, holding her captive
A Jonesboro man is behind bars after police said he held his girlfriend captive at gunpoint and threatened her life over accusations of her cheating on him.
