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Pets of the Week – Feb. 3

JRN has partnered with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society to feature "Pets of the Week".

3 weeks ago

Westside Consolidated School District not dismissing early on Thursday

Westside Consolidated School District students will no longer dismiss early on Thursday due to last week's school closures.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro store manager accused of embezzling $16K from business

Police said a Jonesboro store manager used glue and fake numbers to mask a two-month embezzlement scheme.

3 weeks ago

Woman given $250K bond after traffic stop results in narcotics found hidden in sock

What began as a stop for a traffic violation ended with a woman’s arrest after deputies said that a sock stuffed with meth and multiple pills, including ecstasy, was found on her.

3 weeks ago

$150K bond set for Wynne mother accused of threatening son with knife, failing to report abuse

According to an affidavit, on Jan. 26, Jonesboro police officers went to a home for a welfare concern, with the caller saying that a child there had bruises all over his body.

3 weeks ago

School Closings

Here's an updated list of school closures and delayed starts for the area.

3 weeks ago

St. Bernards celebrates grand opening of neurointerventional suite

St. Bernards celebrated the grand opening of eastern Arkansas's first neurointerventional care suite on Monday, aiming to improve stroke care in the region.

3 weeks ago

28th annual “Have a Heart” Wish-a-Thon open to volunteers in Northeast Arkansas

Each year, the nonprofit partners with Jonesboro Media Group and KAIT 8 to host a day-long fundraiser raising money to make wishes come true for children battling critical illnesses.

3 weeks ago

A-State vet school exploring potential partnership with ASU Beebe vet tech program

It is just one of many partnerships A-State is exploring for the CVM, which also includes area veterinarians, government agencies, and more.

3 weeks ago

ASK THE EXPERT: After the winter storm Roof Raiders is ready to help 

After the recent winter storm that swept across our area, now is the time to check on the condition of your roof. 

3 weeks ago

Arkansas State responds to recent reports of “hateful and deeply inappropriate behavior” on campus

A-State Chancellor Todd Shields released a statement Sunday evening in response to reports of "hateful and deeply inappropriate behavior" on campus.

3 weeks ago

Area school leaders weigh Monday classes after weeklong weather shutdown

Leaders across Northeast Arkansas are spending Sunday closely monitoring road conditions as they consider whether classes can safely resume on Monday

3 weeks ago

A-State drops matchup with Marshall

Matt Hayman led the team with 17 points and four three-pointers

4 weeks ago

Monday last day to register to vote in March 3 primary election

Voter registration applications are available at the Craighead County Clerk’s Office and other locations

4 weeks ago

Affidavit: Jonesboro mother admitted to throwing child, hitting him with board

A Jonesboro woman who initially claimed she slipped in the snow while holding her young child is being held on a $250,000 cash-only bond.

4 weeks ago

A-State breaks ground on baseball Player Development Center

"I don't think you can comprehend what this means to our baseball program."

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro man accused of domestic battering after children found injured

A welfare check led to a Jonesboro man's arrest after police said two children were found with extensive injuries.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro sanitation routes to resume normal schedules next week

Sanitation routes for the City of Jonesboro will return to normal schedules next week after being delayed due to icy conditions.

4 weeks ago

$750K bond for Lake City man accused of meth trafficking near city parks

District Judge David Boling found probable cause on Jan. 30 to charge 38-year-old Marshall Irvin Williams.

4 weeks ago

4th annual Darwin Day to be held in February at A-State 

This year, the Darwin Day activities at Arkansas State University kick off with an exhibit at A-State Museum.

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Arkansas Imagination Library launches new annual sponsorship program to expand early literacy

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Great Clips® hosts community give-back event to support local nonprofits

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Great Clips salons in the Jonesboro area are inviting the community to come together for their second annual Community Give-Back Event, happening February 21–27.

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Pets of the Week – Feb. 23

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