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4 days ago
NEA healthcare leaders weigh impact of new federal student loan restrictions on healthcare industry
A-State students will see changes to loan borrowing caps as of July 1, 2026 in some degrees.
4 days ago
Jonesboro nonprofits to host Christmas Community Picnic, toy giveaway
Hosted by Neighbors in Need NEA and the McCullough-Watkins Youth Foundation (MWYF), the Christmas Community Picnic aims to feed over 3,000 people.
4 days ago
ASK THE EXPERT | Rees Law provides tips on what to ask when hiring an attorney
At Rees Law Firm, we provide services in criminal law, family law, and personal injury.
5 days ago
$500K bond given to Jonesboro man accused of sexually assaulting victim in bedroom
Cetrick Deshawn Crockett confessed to the sexual assault and said he would never do it again.
5 days ago
Second person arrested in connection with Jonesboro fentanyl trafficking operation
The original arrest included a search that uncovered over 100 grams of fentanyl-laced meth and thousands in cash.
5 days ago
Craighead County committee advances ordinance calling for election to combine treasurer, collector offices
The Public Service Committee is asking the Quorum Court to consider a ballot measure to combine the offices.
5 days ago
Kelly leaves the Arkansas State University system after a year
Dr. Brenden Kelly will serve as president of his alma mater, Eastern Michigan University.
5 days ago
Craighead County road to close Thursday for road work
A Craighead County road will close Thursday for road work.
5 days ago
Jonesboro students receive laptops as part of AT&T initiative
CityYouth Ministries announced yesterday that AT&T and Human I-T had partnered to distribute 110 refurbished computers to students in Jonesboro.
5 days ago
City of Jonesboro to consider buying former Citizens Bank property
According to a resolution, Jonesboro would purchase three lots of land for $750,000.
5 days ago
Lady Red Wolves Buck Muleriders in 97-46 Victory
Five Red Wolves hit double digits on the way to Arkansas State’s sixth win in a row
6 days ago
Details emerge on Highway 351 accident that resulted in pedestrian death
The victim exited his vehicle on the roadway before being struck and killed.
6 days ago
A-State to Host Fall Commencement on Saturday, Dec. 13
A total of 2,335 degrees will be conferred to graduates.
6 days ago
UPDATE | JPD investigating residential burglary
The Jonesboro Police Department is investigating a residential burglary that occurred Tuesday morning.
6 days ago
A-State’s Cail named to 2025 AVCA Central All-Region Team
Arkansas State volleyball middle blocker Daedrianna Cail was named to the Division I Central All-Region First Team by the American Volleyball Coaches Association.
6 days ago
Craighead County Quorum Court approves 2026 budget
The budget passed with only one dissenting vote and includes employee raises and possible building expansion.
6 days ago
Pets of the Week – Dec. 9
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.” We will feature a handful of animals each week.
7 days ago
Lake City Mayor issues apology
"I can't say how sorry I am for making such a tragedy even worse"
7 days ago
Foundation of Arts to present ‘Elf: The Musical Jr.’
The Foundation of Arts will be presenting "Elf: The Musical Jr." later in December.
7 days ago
Jonesboro man accused of raping child given $350K bond
Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he had sexually abused an underage victim over a period of several months earlier this year.
