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3 weeks ago
Beck Center for Veterans to Host Fourth Annual Golf Classic in Paragould
This event is held to benefit the Beck Center and the veterans they serve.
3 weeks ago
AGFC’s Waterfowl Habitat Program Featured in Latest USDA Grant Approvals
Thanks to a new USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service grant, Arkansas rice producers can once again participate in the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Waterfowl Rice Incentive Conservation Enhancement program.
3 weeks ago
Brookland Voters to Consider Bond Restructuring to Fund More Improvement Projects in November
The City of Brookland will be asking voters to consider refunding and restructuring existing bonds that fund various municipal improvement projects this November.
3 weeks ago
Energy Companies Suspend Disconnects, Planned Outages for Craighead County Customers Due to Extreme Heat
Power companies are announcing they will be postponing planned outages until the heat subsides.
3 weeks ago
$50K Bond Set for Woman Accused of Shooting at Girlfriend in Jonesboro
A Jonesboro woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly firing a handgun at her girlfriend during a dispute, with a stray bullet penetrating a nearby residence.
3 weeks ago
Foundation of Arts’ Stage, Too Releases August Show Lineup
The Foundation of Arts' Stage, Too venue has announced several free events and shows scheduled throughout August.
3 weeks ago
Craighead County Under Burn Ban Effective Immediately
A burn ban has been issued for Craighead County effective immediately and until further notice.
3 weeks ago
Cooling Centers Offered Across Jonesboro as Temperatures Soar
The City of Jonesboro is offering cooling stations across the city as Arkansas faces a potentially historic heatwave.
3 weeks ago
Wolves Up Week Welcomes New and Returning Students to A-State Campus this Week
Wolves Up Week is a series of campus activities and events to welcome students to campus.
3 weeks ago
ARDOT Releases Proposed Updated Standard Specifications for Highway Construction for Public Comment
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is seeking public and industry comments on the Proposed 2027 Standard Specifications for Highway Construction.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Two Pedestrian-Hit Incidents Under Investigation in Jonesboro
Four People Injured In Separate Incidents; Suspect Taken Into Custody After Vehicle Found In Craighead Forest Park
3 weeks ago
School Bus on Highland in Jonesboro Involved in Accident, Road Blocked
Highland Road is currently blocked following a vehicle crash involving a bus in Jonesboro.
3 weeks ago
School Leaders Celebrate Opening of Brookland Intermediate School in Ribbon-Cutting
The newest building in the Brookland Public Schools district is now open and ready for the first day of classes.
3 weeks ago
The Bays Mountain Cut-Ups Come to Bluegrass Monday, Aug. 24
Based in east Tennessee, this quartet is a fast-rising band that is quickly building a reputation for their energetic stage shows filled with top-notch instrumental talent and intricate vocal harmonies.
3 weeks ago
Arkansas Department of Agriculture Urges Public to Stay Alert as Wildfire Risk Increases
The Department has designated all 75 counties at moderate wildfire risk, and 30 counties are under burn bans issued by county judges.
3 weeks ago
THE EXPERT | Field Ready in Craighead County: Your Guide to Dove and Deer Season Prep
At DNW Outdoors, our team has lived and breathed Northeast Arkansas hunting since 1987. Here is your field-tested checklist to make sure your gear, firearms, and strategy are locked in before opening morning.
3 weeks ago
Former Craighead County Detention Officer Accused of Touching Juvenile Inmate Inappropriately
Evidence indicates the officer coerced a juvenile female inmate into inappropriate contact in exchange for avoiding extra jail time.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro Man Accused of Residential Burglary, Sending Victim Threatening Messages
Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he broke into a woman's home, stole cash, and warned her not to involve law enforcement.
3 weeks ago
‘Where Stories Live’ Kicks Off Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library’s 2026 Speaker Series
This free event is open to ages 13 and older and will explore the stories, traditions, people, and places that have shaped Craighead County.
3 weeks ago
$150K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man Accused of Resisting Arrest While Holding Baby
Police said Jeremiah Jones rammed his partner's vehicle with a child inside, put a baby in danger during a high-risk stop and resisted arrest.
