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2 weeks ago

2026 Butch Jones Football Camps Kickoff June 7

The Arkansas State football program has announced dates and details for the 2026 Butch Jones football camps led by the Red Wolves’ coaching staff in June and July. 

2 weeks ago

Craighead County Master Gardeners to Host Plant Swap at Jonesboro Library

Visitors may bring seeds and plants to trade or give away to other garden enthusiasts

2 weeks ago

Sharing the Water Safely as The Natural State Heats Up

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wants to remind all boaters that proper preparation and a little patience go a long way toward ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. 

2 weeks ago

Lions Club to Fly U.S. Flags Across Jonesboro for Memorial Day

Local businesses and offices will display the American flag on Monday, May 25, in recognition of Memorial Day.

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2 weeks ago

Lawsuit Says Jonesboro Church Failed to Act Regarding Children’s Pastor’s Sexual Abuse of Young Girls

A lawsuit filed in Craighead County Circuit Court by six women alleges that the former children's minister of a Jonesboro church filmed, molested, and sexually abused young girls for around 15 years, and that church leadership did not take proper action.

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3 weeks ago

THE EXPERT | Tankless Water Heaters and How They Benefit Your Home

With a tankless water heater, you truly have an endless amount of hot water at your disposal.

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3 weeks ago

A-State Chancellor Recognized as Rural Advocate of the Year

The award recognizes people across the state who demonstrate leadership and dedication to improving rural communities.

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3 weeks ago

Red Wolf Steel Takes Home 4th Place in Cast-in-Steel Competition

A group of Arkansas State University students showcased their talents outside the classroom by participating in the Cast-in-Steel Competition, where they placed fourth.

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3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Girl is Quarter-Finalist in Nationwide Junior Ranger Competition

A Jonesboro 8-year-old is in the running for the nationwide Junior Ranger Competition.

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3 weeks ago

A-State’s Beck Center for Veterans to Host Fourth Annual ‘Run to Remember’

This event is held each year near Memorial Day and honors fallen service members while supporting veterans who carry the legacy forward.  

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

3 weeks ago

A Perfect Smoky Mountain Getaway From Northeast Arkansas: Dive Into Family Fun at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies

A special 870 Deals combo package includes two tickets to Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies plus admission to two more Ripley’s attractions of your choice for just $67.

Lile, Red Wolves Continue Record-Breaking NCAA Golf Regional

3 weeks ago

Lile, Red Wolves Continue Record-Breaking NCAA Golf Regional

Junior Jake Lile turned in a career-best 8-under par 64 to set the program record for lowest round at any NCAA Regional

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3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Woman Charged in Connection with Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Florida

A Jonesboro woman was arrested in connection with the death of a 14-year-old Florida bicyclist over the weekend, the Tallahassee Democrat reported.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Library Launches Creative Writers’ Workshop for Adults

This adult-only program is designed to support writers at all stages by focusing not only on writing itself, but on the writer’s journey.

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Crews Responding to Accident with Injury in Jonesboro

The intersection of Main Street and Washington Avenue is blocked by a traffic accident with an injury, Jonesboro E911 Dispatch said.

3 weeks ago

A-State ASBTDC to Host Free “Maximize Your Marketing Strategy” Workshop in Paragould

Designed for entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners, this interactive training session will provide tools and strategies to help businesses improve marketing performance, attract new customers, and increase sales.

3 weeks ago

City of Jonesboro Sanitation Routes to be on Adjusted Schedules for Memorial Day

The City of Jonesboro's sanitation routes will be on adjusted schedules due to the Memorial Day holiday.

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3 weeks ago

Cash Woman Faces 55 Counts of Forgery in Business Fraud Case, $23K+ in Losses

A woman faces multiple counts of forgery after police said an internal audit revealed more than 50 falsified invoices used to defraud a local business, resulting in over $23,000 in losses.

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3 weeks ago

Suspect in Violent Jonesboro Burglary Held on $100K Bond, Faces Life in Prison

According to police, the suspect broke into a home, assaulted a victim, and resisted arrest during another attempted burglary.

NEAHS Pets of the Week Jughead and Hawkeye

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Pets of the Week // May 18

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present "Pets of the Week".

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Bears say they are moving forward with Northwest Indiana location for new stadium

The Chicago Bears are looking to build a stadium in Northwest Indiana after a proposal to provide financial incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in Illinois stalled in the state legislature.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

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Recreational fishermen are pitched against commercial fishermen and environmentalists in a legal dispute that has halted what was expected to be the longest snapper season in years, reflecting broader tensions over the Trump administration's efforts to loosen fishing rules and deregulate the seas.

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Ewan McGregor, for a fleeting moment after "Trainspotting" came out, felt like a rock star. The kinetic film about four heroin addicts in late-1980s Scotland was and, 30 years later, remains defining — in his career, in the culture and in his understanding of what true artistic satisfaction can feel like.

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4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands

A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish organization to block two performances by the rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, ruling that the concerts are not a threat to public order.