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2 days ago

Craighead County Quorum Court Approves Weight Limit Ordinance on Road

Justices of the Craighead County Quorum Court approved a weight limit ordinance for a county road Monday night.

2 days ago

Jonesboro Man Accused Pointing Gun at Ex-Girlfriend During Domestic Disturbance

A Jonesboro man is facing felony charges after police said an argument over personal belongings escalated into an armed confrontation involving his ex-girlfriend and her child.

3 days ago

Renew Mental Health & Wellness Secures Funding for Naloxone HERO Program

The program will receive a $768.00 credit from the established Arkansas Naloxone Bank to obtain naloxone for distribution to community members throughout Craighead County.

3 days ago

Man Held on $750K Bond After Sending Threatening Letters to Paragould Officials, Residents

Following a nearly year-long investigation into threatening letters mailed to local officials and citizens, Paragould police arrested a Forrest City man who is being held on a $750,000 cash/surety bond.

3 days ago

Persons of Interest Being Sought After Gunfire Destroys Four Jonesboro Flock Cameras

The Jonesboro Police Department (JPD) has identified persons of interest and plans to file charges after four of the city's Flock safety cameras were destroyed by gunfire last weekend.

3 days ago

Applications for Salvation Army of Jonesboro’s Angel Tree, Silver Bells to Open Soon

"It's extremely important, especially this time of year," said Salvation Army of Jonesboro office coordinator Holly McLeod. "We feel like it is very important that we are diligent in making sure the need is met."

3 days ago

A-State Faces Setback at Georgia Southern, 3-0

Arkansas State soccer (2-3-2, 0-1-0 SBC) fell to Georgia Southern (6-1-2, 1-0-0 SBC) in the first match of conference play via a 3-0 decision on Sunday afternoon at Bo Pitts Field.

3 days ago

Jonesboro Man Dies After August Motorcycle Crash

Police said a Jonesboro man died following a two-vehicle collision last month at Highway 18 (East Highland Drive) and Rains Street.

3 days ago

St. Bernards Hospice Receives National Recognition for Caregiver, Family Experience

St. Bernards Hospice recently received "Superior Performer" recognition by the national organization, Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP), for its overall caregiver and family experience during 2025.

3 days ago

JRN Pets of the Week: Crema and Georgie

Each week, Jonesboro Right Now teams up with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society (NEAHS) to feature local pets available for adoption.

4 days ago

Jonesboro Library to Host National Voter Registration Day Event

Tables with voter registration forms will be set up near the main entrances of the library lobby throughout the day.

4 days ago

Lakeport Plantation Museum to Host Free Mississippi River Symposium This Fall 

The museum will host its first symposium, “The Mississippi in American Memory,” from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9.

4 days ago

OPINION | A Fan’s Perspective

Lifelong A-State Fan Bob Troutt shares his thoughts on Arkansas State Football

5 days ago

Lactation Rooms Now Available in Buildings Across A-State Campus

A new addition at Arkansas State University will make life easier for nursing mothers.

5 days ago

Craighead County Educators Selected for Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship

In exchange for their participation and sharing their experiences as merit pay recipients, the teachers will receive ongoing training, support, and a $1,500 stipend.

5 days ago

A-State Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting of New Windgate Hall of Art and Innovation

"This lab is equipped with technology and resources that will allow students and faculty to move from an idea to a tangible prototype, from a sketch to an immersive experience," said Dr. Jake Qualls during the ceremony.

5 days ago

Jonesboro Wins Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Valley View Wins on the Field in 870 Bowl

Pick your school. Cast your vote. Win $250 for your booster club

6 days ago

NEA Baptist Honors First Responders with 9/11 Remembrance Breakfast

In honor and remembrance of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, NEA Baptist hosted a free breakfast Friday morning to recognize and thank local first responders.

6 days ago

A-State, Sany Nutrition Group Partner with Beyond Resilience x Red Wolves Protein Snack

The limited-edition caramel chocolate protein crunch bars will be available starting at 5 p.m. today during the Great A-State Tailgate, part of Paint the Town Red, taking place in downtown Jonesboro.

6 days ago

A-State Leads $2.2M NSF Project on Drought-Resilient Rice and Wheat

With drought conditions being an issue across agricultural regions, the research team will investigate how naturally beneficial soil fungi, known as arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, can help rice and wheat better withstand water stress. 

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“Come Just as You Are”: David and Ashley Eckstein Bring Message of Resilience to Northeast Arkansas

It was a mixture of Major League Baseball history and local community support Monday night as 2006 World Series MVP David Eckstein and author/entrepreneur Ashley Eckstein visited Jonesboro.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?

Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among the finalists to get into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year, a lineup that also includes cuddly Care Bears, the dice game Yahtzee, the ancient game Mahjong and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys

A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with singers Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler and hip hop duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.