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2 weeks ago
Applications to Open for $10M State Grant Program; Northeast Arkansas Groups Can Apply for Up to $1.5M
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission announced that applications for the Fiscal Year 2027 Community Assistance Grant Program will open on July 1.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Man Facing Felony Charges After Multiple Handguns Found During Traffic Stop
A Jonesboro man faces felony charges after police discovered multiple handguns and signs of narcotics during a traffic stop that led to the arrest of both him and a juvenile passenger.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Woman Held on $100K Bond After Probation Search Yields 50+ Grams of Meth and Paraphernalia
A Jonesboro woman is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after police discovered over 50 grams of meth in her hotel room during a probation search last week.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Mother Pleads Guilty After Severely Injuring Six-Month-Old Baby, Sentenced to Probation
Court documents show that a Jonesboro mother will not face time behind bars after pleading guilty Monday to severely injuring her baby in 2024.
2 weeks ago
Five A-State Athletes to Compete at USATF U20 Outdoor Championships
Five Arkansas State track and field athletes have declared for competition at the USATF U20 Outdoor Championships.
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Jonesboro Man Sentenced to 18 Years for Shooting Wife During Domestic Dispute
Leroy Starks, 66, pleaded guilty to first-degree battery - use of a firearm, a Class B felony. This follows a March guilty plea for possession of a firearm by certain persons within the same case.
2 weeks ago
Two Jonesboro Sex Offenders Face Separate Felony Charges for Reporting Failures
Two Jonesboro sex offenders are behind bars after police said they each failed to comply with reporting requirements in two separate cases.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display U.S. Flags for Juneteenth
The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club is displaying flags across community businesses and buildings in recognition on Friday in recognition of Juneteenth.
3 weeks ago
Text Message Dispute Leads to Jonesboro Fight, Teen Arrested on Multiple Charges
Participants in the altercation used a group text message to arrange the fight and shared a location pin directing individuals to the meeting location.
3 weeks ago
Repeat Offender Arrested for Aggravated Assault in Jonesboro, Given $150K Bond
A Jonesboro man is behind bars on a felony aggravated assault charge after police said he attacked a woman during an argument that left the victim unable to breathe.
3 weeks ago
KASU Radio to Host Juneteenth Celebration June 17 with ‘We Shall Overcome’ Exhibit
This event is being held in conjunction with the KLEK-FM Juneteenth Celebration in Jonesboro and is free and open to the public.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro Pets of the Week // June 15
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present "Pets of the Week"
3 weeks ago
Donations for Seniors Being Collected at Jonesboro Library
Donations for seniors are being collected at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.
3 weeks ago
Researcher to Speak to Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club
A research agronomist will be speaking to the Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club at its upcoming Tuesday meeting.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro Woman Killed in Rollover Crash on U.S. 63 in Sharp County
A Jonesboro woman lost her life Tuesday evening following a single-vehicle rollover accident in a rural area of Sharp County.
3 weeks ago
The Jonesboro Right Now Father’s Day Gallery 2026, presented by Ron’s Catfish
One lucky entry to the Father's Day Gallery will receive a $100 gift card to Ron's Catfish!
3 weeks ago
A-State Athletics Unveils New Dustin White Tailgate City Branding and Exclusive Fan Options for 2026
While the area continues to be managed by the Red Wolves Foundation, the new branding represents a high priority on fan engagement.
3 weeks ago
NEWS FROM THE WEEK IN JONESBORO | June 14, 2026
A look at some of the local news stories from Jonesboro Right Now over the past week.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display U.S. Flags for Flag Day
The flag display is part of the club’s service project, which provides flags, poles and flag brackets to the community.
