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4 weeks ago

JET trollies to offer rides through Christmas at the Park

Jonesboro Economical Transit (JET) buses will be offering rides on Dec. 20.

4 weeks ago

First Church of Jonesboro purchases building on Caraway Road

Haag Brown Commercial announced the sale which closed on Dec. 1.

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Jonesboro City Council approves 2026 operating budget

The Jonesboro City Council approved the 2026 operating budget Tuesday night.

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OPINION: Diet, activity, sleep, and mental wellness – Sleep, it’s a thing. Don’t ignore it.

This is the third in a four-part series on diet, activity, sleep, and mental wellness.

4 weeks ago

Potential purchase of former Citizens Bank land ‘essentially’ killed by Jonesboro city council

The resolution to purchase three lots of land, including property where the former Citizens Bank building once stood, was sent back to the Finance and Administration Council Committee.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro Animal Services collecting dog food donations for community

The collection is part of the nationwide Operation Santa Paws which runs from Dec. 1 to 24.

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Jonesboro Library hosts legal aid record sealing clinic

Registration is required to participate in this legal aid clinic.

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A-State stands second in Bubas Cup Race through fall semester

The Sun Belt Conference announced Monday updated standings for the 2025-26 Vic Bubas Cup, the league’s all-sports award.

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Pets of the Week – Dec. 15

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

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Arkansas State Police investigating accidental shooting in Jonesboro

Arkansas State Police are investigating an accidental shooting that occurred in Jonesboro.

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Fisher Street Community in Action preparing for Christmas toy giveaway

Donations for the giveaway are being accepted up until Dec. 18.

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Who is the “The Dancing Man” of Jonesboro?

Ozzy Neil Rose has become known for his exuberant dancing down Jonesboro roadways.

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New shelters to be installed at JET bus stops across Jonesboro

Work will begin soon on 45 new bus shelters.

Congressman Rick Crawford cautioned this week that the funding is only a partial solution to deeper challenges in the agricultural economy

4 weeks ago

Crawford: Farm Aid Helps, But Long-Term Fixes Needed

Congressman Rick Crawford cautioned this week that the funding is only a partial solution to deeper challenges in the agricultural economy

A-State Falls in Final Minute at Rice

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A-State Falls in Final Minute at Rice

A-State held the lead with one minute remaining at Rice but a late burst of offense from the opposition resulted in a 77-76 defeat

Wreaths Across America Honors Veterans at Pine Log Cemetery

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Wreaths Across America Honors Veterans at Pine Log Cemetery

Veterans were remembered, honored and their legacies preserved Saturday during the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony

Arkansas State University welcomed a new class of alumni on Saturday during the Fall Commencement exercises

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A-State Celebrates 2,335 Graduates

Arkansas State University welcomed a new class of alumni on Saturday during the Fall Commencement exercises

Central Chevrolet Donates $45,000 to Make A Wish

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Central donates big wish contribution

The dealership made a $45,000 contribution to Make A Wish at the Christmas at the Park attraction Friday night

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro felon arrested after drugs and firearms found in search following violent dispute

Tobias Jerrell Williams is being held on multiple charges with a $250,000 cash/surety bond.

4 weeks ago

Duck Classic concludes with record amount raised for NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation

This year's event raised $885,000 which will be used to support local programs.

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2 days ago in Lifestyle

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Judge dismisses Salt-N-Pepa’s lawsuit to reclaim master recordings from Universal Music Group

U.S. District Judge Denise Cote on Thursday sided with the recording giant, arguing that the Grammy-winning group never owned the copyrights to their sound recordings and didn't transfer them to anyone else.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million

A rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman and also was once stolen from the home of actor Nicolas Cage has been sold for a record $15 million.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Sarah Jessica Parker gets Golden Globes’ Carol Burnett Award and Helen Mirren gets DeMille prize

Matthew Broderick presented his wife of nearly 30 years Sarah Jessica Parker with the Golden Globes'Carol Burnett Award for a life of achievement in television at Golden Eve, a ceremony that also added Helen Mirren to the list of legends that have won the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

2 days ago in Entertainment

David Bowie’s childhood home in London is set to open to the public next year

David Bowie's bedroom could soon be London's newest tourist attraction. The house where the musician grew from suburban schoolboy to rock 'n' roll starman has been bought by a charity that plans to open it to the public.