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Jonesboro Library to Host May Events, Includes Practice ACT and Art Workshop

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has events planned for May for all ages, such as a practice ACT and an art workshop.

18 hours ago

Jonesboro Man Accused of Shooting into Multiple Businesses, Stealing in Burglary Spree

A Jonesboro man faces several charges after police said he stole a vehicle and shot his way into several businesses during an armed burglary spree last month.

20 hours ago

The Diaper Storehouse in Jonesboro Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting

The Diaper Storehouse, a nonprofit providing diaper assistance to those in need, celebrated a ribbon-cutting Friday morning.

21 hours ago

National Bike Month Kicks Off in Jonesboro

Cycling enthusiasts of Jonesboro have much to look forward to this summer as Native Brew Works kicked off National Bike Month with a party.

23 hours ago

Leave ‘Abandoned’ Wildlife Where You Find It, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Says

It can be a shock to a person to see these young animals in such a helpless position, but this is how these species survive.

24 hours ago

A-State Names Kalayna King as 2026 Wilson Award Recipient

The 140th recipient of the R.E. Lee Wilson Award, the highest undergraduate award that can be earned at Arkansas State University, was named Thursday night.

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‘Speak Out’ Parkinson’s Program to be Topic During Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club Meeting

Dr. Shannon Brantley will speak to the Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club about a Parkinson's disease program.

1 day ago

Summer Hours for Jonesboro Community Centers Announced

Summer hours for the City of Jonesboro's community centers have been announced.

1 day ago

The Jonesboro Right Now Mother’s Day Gallery 2026, presented by Ron’s Catfish

One lucky entry to the Mother's Day Gallery will receive a $100 gift card to Ron's Catfish!

2 days ago

2nd Annual Car Show in Paragould to Benefit Nonprofit Helping Foster Kids

A nonprofit is hosting its second annual car show in Paragould, aiming to benefit foster children, with a few changes this time around.

2 days ago

Jonesboro Post Consumer Brands Employees Pack Snack Packs for Local Schools as Part of Volunteer Effort

The employees' snack packs were to benefit families facing food insecurity in Nettleton Public Schools and Brookland Elementary School.

2 days ago

Michigan Sex Offender Accused of Failure to Register While Residing in Jonesboro

A Michigan sex offender is being held on a $950,000 cash/surety bond after police said he failed to register in Arkansas while residing in Jonesboro.

2 days ago

New Dog Training Business to Open in Jonesboro

The Dog Wizard NEA is officially set to open May 1.

2 days ago

Brookland Man Accused of High-Speed Chase Leading to Multiple Injuries, Held on $150K Bond

A Brookland man is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond and faces several charges after police said he led them on a high-speed chase that resulted in multiple people getting hurt.

2 days ago

THE EXPERT | A Guide to Conservatorship by Rees Law

Rees Law has over 30 years of experience in family law and has provided a comprehensive guide to conservatorship.

3 days ago

Jonesboro Lawmaker Jack Ladyman Questions $300M “Secret Project”

Lawmakers back major West Memphis incentive package despite limited details

3 days ago

Trumann woman killed in accident on Rogers Chapel Road

Arkansas State Police report collision involving car and semi-truck

3 days ago

$950K Bond Set for Jonesboro Sex Offender Accused of Failing to Comply With Reporting Requirements

A Jonesboro sex offender is back behind bars on a much higher bond after police said she failed for the fifth time to comply with reporting requirements.

3 days ago

Brookland Man Held on $150K Bond for 20 Counts of Possession or Use of Child Sexual Abuse Material

A Brookland man is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said he was uploading multiple images and videos online of children performing sexual acts.

3 days ago

Jonesboro Unlimited Awarded $3M for Industrial Site Development

Jonesboro Unlimited will use these funds to begin extending wastewater lines to the 612-acre Craighead Technology Park South to further develop it for future industrial growth. 

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The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here’s who’s nominated and how to watch

It's time to cowboy up, y'all. The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are right around the corner, and they look different this time around.

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National Bike Month Kicks Off in Jonesboro

Cycling enthusiasts of Jonesboro have much to look forward to this summer as Native Brew Works kicked off National Bike Month with a party.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs

Britney Spears was charged in California on Thursday with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, authorities said. The 44-year-old pop star was charged with a single misdemeanor count of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and at least one drug, the Ventura County District Attorney's Office said.