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6 days ago

Jonesboro Library Celebrates Library Card Sign-Up Month with Two September Giveaways

Library Card Sign-Up Month is an opportunity for community members to discover the many resources, programs, services, and experiences available through the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.

6 days ago

Lanes Closures Expected on ‘KAIT Road’ Starting Sept. 14

Drivers who regularly use County Road 766, or 'KAIT Road', should prepare for potential delays starting next week.

6 days ago

A-State and GOJO Partner, Offering Free Rides for University Community

The bus routes serve campus and surrounding areas, providing A-State students, faculty and staff with free access to any route using their A-State ID.

6 days ago

ASP: One Dead, One Injured in U.S. 49 Crash Near Valley View

Arkansas State Police (ASP) have confirmed that one person died, and another was injured as the result of a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Craighead County earlier this month.

6 days ago

Jonesboro September Clean-Up Scheduled for Sept. 12

Another month, another opportunity for Jonesboro residents to clear out their clutter as the next Neighborhood Clean-Up is this weekend.

7 days ago

Accident Shuts Down U.S. 49B in Brookland; Helicopter Requested

A motor vehicle accident has completely closed U.S. 49B at the north end of Brookland this evening.

7 days ago

UPDATED | Delta Peanut Facility in Jonesboro to Close in October

Delta Peanut has told its members and growers that it will be permanently closing.

7 days ago

NEA Baptist to Honor First Responders with Free Breakfast on 9/11

In honor and remembrance of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, NEA Baptist will honor local first responders with a free breakfast this Friday.

7 days ago

Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle Concert Cancelled

The Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle concert, planned for Saturday, Sept. 19, is cancelled.  

7 days ago

State Auditor Dennis Milligan Finds More Than $250K For Jonesboro Citizens, Businesses

Mobile office locates hundreds of thousands owed to residents

7 days ago

Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display Flags on 9/11

The flag display is part of a longstanding service project provided to the community by the club, which provides both the flags, poles, and flag brackets for $50 per year.

7 days ago

Egypt Man Accused of Chasing, Ramming Partner’s Car

Deputies arrested an Egypt man after they said he intentionally rammed his pickup truck into his partner's car during a chase.

1 week ago

29th Annual Order of the Pack, Campus Tradition Returns Sept. 10

Students will be introduced to A-State cheers and chants in preparation for the home opener against West Georgia, at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12.

1 week ago

AGFC to Open Bids for Jonesboro Field Office Rebuild Following Late-Night Fire

Over one year after a late-night fire destroyed the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's (AGFC) field office in Jonesboro, the agency is ready to start rebuilding.

1 week ago

OP-ED | A-State Is Making Room for Families

New family space at Centennial Bank Stadium aims to make game day more welcoming for parents and children.

1 week ago

New Social Club Aims to Bring Fun Experiences for Young Adults in Jonesboro

“The purpose of Boro Bound is to bring young adults in the area together for community events, boosting each other’s talents, fun experiences, and new friends,” co-founder Abbie Freligh said.

1 week ago

Brookland Man Accused of Choking Girlfriend During Domestic Dispute

Police arrested a Brookland man after they said he placed his girlfriend in a chokehold and restricted her breathing during an argument over a shower.

1 week ago

Former A-State Football Player Sentenced to Two Consecutive Life Terms in Murder of Pregnant Girlfriend

The sentence was handed down in a Nashville courtroom following Taylor's July conviction on charges including first-degree murder and felony murder.

1 week ago

Portion of Main Street to be Closed for ‘Paint the Town Red’ Block Party

Drivers traveling through downtown Jonesboro this Friday should prepare for detours, as part of Main Street will be closed for the upcoming "Paint the Town Red" block party.

1 week ago

Nettleton Public Schools Celebrates Grand Opening of New Gymnasium

Leaders of the community and Nettleton Public School system gathered Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of the district's new Fox Meadow Gymnasium with a ribbon-cutting.

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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.