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2 weeks ago

Trumann Man Held on $1M Bond in Tennessee Following Discovery of Human Remains

A Trumann man is currently being held on a $1 million bond in Tennessee following a suspicious person call led to his arrest in connection with a missing person investigation and the discovery of suspected human remains.

2 weeks ago

Paragould Man Held on $1M Bond, Accused of Raping Underage Victim

During an interview with police, the victim reported that Steele Ipock, 30 had sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions.

2 weeks ago

A-State Men’s Basketball Announces 2026-27 Non-Conference Schedule

The docket is highlighted by eight home contests and includes four road games alongside two neutral site matchups.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Community Invited to Celebrate ‘Paint the Town Red’ Week Sept. 9-12

The annual celebration will include a mayoral proclamation and school pep rally, a community decorating contest, the Great A-State Block Party in downtown Jonesboro, and more.

2 weeks ago

JRN Pets of the Week: Meet Chester and Memphis

Each week, Jonesboro Right Now teams up with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society (NEAHS) to feature local pets available for adoption.

2 weeks ago

Northeast Arkansas Cleans Up After Powerful Straight-Line Winds Leave Thousands Without Power

Crews spend Sunday clearing trees, repairing power lines and replacing broken utility poles after Saturday's severe storms swept across the region

2 weeks ago

Madigan Tabbed Sun Belt Preseason Setter of the Year, Red Wolves Lead West in Preseason Poll

The defending Sun Belt Volleyball Tournament champions garnered 12 first-place votes and 95 points in the preseason poll. Both totals tie with East Division leader James Madison for the most in the conference.

2 weeks ago

Arvest Foundation Awards $4K Grant to Jonesboro Church Health Center

The grant will be used to fund the organization’s mission of providing low-cost, high-quality medical care to low-income and uninsured individuals.

2 weeks ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Craighead County; 70 MPH Winds Expected

Severe weather is actively moving through Northeast Arkansas, bringing the threat of damaging winds, large hail, and potential power outages.

2 weeks ago

Summer Teaching Summit Yields Success for A-State Faculty Participants

Participation in the summit was offered as an opportunity to connect with colleagues across campus and to explore innovative, effective classroom practices.

2 weeks ago

Arkansas Schools Encouraged to Enter AGFC’s Generation Conservation Regional Competitions

This year’s Pre-Summit and Regional competitions feature challenges ranging from cooking wild game and quiz bowls, to debate and designing nature center exhibits, magazine spreads and action plans focused on improving their school’s conservation footprint. 

2 weeks ago

Northeast Arkansas Hospitals Prepare for Another Financial Squeeze as Medicaid Changes Loom

Arkansas hospitals were already facing rising costs and low reimbursement. Now changes to Medicaid are forcing local health systems to plan for another financial challenge

2 weeks ago

Brookland Public Schools Addressing Email Spam, Phishing Issues Over Weekend

Superintendent George Kennedy confirmed Friday evening that IT staff are actively resolving the issue, which has caused a high volume of spam emails across district accounts.

2 weeks ago

A-State Cross Country Announces 2026 Schedule

Arkansas State cross country head coach Jesse Duvall announced the 2026 schedule on Tuesday.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Woman Accused of Hitting Boyfriend with Vehicle, Chasing Him During Argument

A Jonesboro woman is behind bars after police said she intentionally struck her boyfriend with a vehicle during an argument and chased him on foot.

2 weeks ago

CRDC Program Reimburses NEA Care Facilities for Meals and Snacks

The CRDC serves as the local sponsor of the program, working with over 65 facilities across 16 Northeast Arkansas counties.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Man Accused of Posing as Armed and Stealing Xbox from Home

A Jonesboro man is behind bars after police said doorbell camera footage linked him to a masked break-in attempt and the theft of a video game console.

2 weeks ago

Nettleton Schools Dismisses Junior, High School Students Due to Power Outage

Parents are encouraged to make arrangements to pick up their children as soon as possible. The district later added that bus routes will be ran to take students home.

2 weeks ago

NEA Humane Society Saddling Up for Inaugural ‘Ride, Race, Rescue’ Barrel Bash

The event will feature two days of high-speed barrel racing, with Saturday's race boasting $5,000 in added money.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Couple to Bring Story of Community and Charity on NBC’s ‘The Wall’

A Jonesboro couple will test their luck on a 40-foot pegboard in front of a national television audience next week, bringing a deeply personal story of community and charity to a popular game show.

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