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2 weeks ago

Erika Askeland wins Democratic primary race for House District 32

Erika Askeland will be the Democratic candidate for State House District 32 in the November general election.

Brookland Water Tower

2 weeks ago

Brookland Public Schools millage increase fails at polls

The millage rate for Brookland Public Schools will remain the same as a proposed millage increase for the district failed.

Circuit Judge races undecided as of late Tuesday night

2 weeks ago

Craighead County 2026 primary election results

JRN was LIVE at the Craighead County Election Annex. FINAL RESULTS ARE IN.

Department of Occupational Therapy and Teikyo Heisei University

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Guests from Teikyo Heisei University visit A-State this week

The Department of Occupational Therapy in the College of Nursing and Health Professions at Arkansas State University will welcome six students and two faculty from Teikyo Heisei University in Tokyo this week.

2 weeks ago

Arvest Bank warns consumers, businesses about tax identity theft

With tax filing season underway, Arvest Bank is urging consumers and businesses to stay alert and take proactive steps to protect themselves from tax-related identity theft.

2 weeks ago

United Way of Northeast Arkansas announces return of 6th annual virtual singing competition fundraiser

United Way of Northeast Arkansas is excited to bring back its virtual singing competition for a sixth season.

2 weeks ago

Jason Aldean and Greenway announce Food Bank benefit concert in Forrest City

Greenway Equipment, in partnership with Jason Aldean and the University of Arkansas–East Arkansas Community College, announced Tuesday a food bank benefit concert scheduled for April.

2 weeks ago

ADEM recognizes first week of March as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Arkansas

This week serves as a reminder for all Arkansans to review severe weather safety plans and ensure their homes, schools, and workplaces are prepared for potential spring storms.

2 weeks ago

Farm Credit Mid-America supports beyond the classroom student experiences at A-State

“We’re honored to invest in the future of agriculture by supporting ‘Beyond the Classroom Experiences’ at Arkansas State’s College of Agriculture,” said Mike Williams, regional vice president agricultural lending at Farm Credit Mid-America.

2 weeks ago

CASA to host fundraiser in Jonesboro for Child Abuse Prevention Month

The luncheon will feature an appearance and proclamation from Mayor Harold Copenhaver and a keynote address from Judge Barbara Halsey.

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Paragould man pleads guilty to two counts of rape, sentenced to 50 years in prison

Jaxon Anderson was sentenced to a total of 50 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections.

2 weeks ago

Harvest Hearing in Jonesboro on the connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline

Researchers have found a strong connection between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline.

2 weeks ago

Pets of the Week – March 2

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

2 weeks ago

Blytheville man accused of kidnapping girlfriend, strangling her at Jonesboro motel

A Blytheville man faces multiple charges after police said he kidnapped and strangled his girlfriend during a fight at a Jonesboro motel.

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Strong turnout at Plan Jonesboro open house signals appetite to ‘think big’

The open house marked the first public meeting for Plan Jonesboro, the City’s comprehensive planning effort to guide growth over the next 30 years. 

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Police Department’s crisis intervention team making impact

The CIT responded to over 2,500 calls in 2024 and 2025, over 600 people interacted with the CIT/Therapist team, and the program has saved a total of $1.2 million.

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Events scheduled in March at Jonesboro library

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has announced events for all ages in March.

craighead county election annex

2 weeks ago

Early voting ends Monday for Preferential Primary; Election Day is Tuesday, March 3

Early voting for the Preferential Primary in Craighead County ends Monday, with election day for this cycle on Tuesday, March 3.

A-State Baseball - Red Wolves Sweep Golden Lions

2 weeks ago

A-State Baseball: Red Wolves Sweep Golden Lions

Arkansas State completed the second sweep of the season over in-state foe Arkansas-Pine Bluff Sunday afternoon with the 7-2 victory

3 weeks ago

Public survey now live on PlanJonesboro.com

Public encouraged to share input through online survey and interactive map

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Muskets crack, drums echo as Boston marks 250 years since British evacuation

Reenactors in 18th-century military coats and tricorn hats filled the pews of one of the nation's oldest Catholic Churches on Tuesday before firing muskets outside and marching through neighborhood streets, marking the 250th anniversary of the day British forces evacuated the city.

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Storms cancel more US flights as TSA remains under pressure from partial government shutdown

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Monday as powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and a partial government shutdown affecting airport security screeners dragged into a second month.