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2 weeks ago

United Way of Northeast Arkansas announces return of 6th annual virtual singing competition fundraiser

United Way of Northeast Arkansas is excited to bring back its virtual singing competition for a sixth season.

2 weeks ago

Jason Aldean and Greenway announce Food Bank benefit concert in Forrest City

Greenway Equipment, in partnership with Jason Aldean and the University of Arkansas–East Arkansas Community College, announced Tuesday a food bank benefit concert scheduled for April.

2 weeks ago

ADEM recognizes first week of March as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Arkansas

This week serves as a reminder for all Arkansans to review severe weather safety plans and ensure their homes, schools, and workplaces are prepared for potential spring storms.

2 weeks ago

Farm Credit Mid-America supports beyond the classroom student experiences at A-State

“We’re honored to invest in the future of agriculture by supporting ‘Beyond the Classroom Experiences’ at Arkansas State’s College of Agriculture,” said Mike Williams, regional vice president agricultural lending at Farm Credit Mid-America.

2 weeks ago

CASA to host fundraiser in Jonesboro for Child Abuse Prevention Month

The luncheon will feature an appearance and proclamation from Mayor Harold Copenhaver and a keynote address from Judge Barbara Halsey.

2 weeks ago

Paragould man pleads guilty to two counts of rape, sentenced to 50 years in prison

Jaxon Anderson was sentenced to a total of 50 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections.

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Harvest Hearing in Jonesboro on the connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline

Researchers have found a strong connection between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline.

2 weeks ago

Pets of the Week – March 2

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.

2 weeks ago

Blytheville man accused of kidnapping girlfriend, strangling her at Jonesboro motel

A Blytheville man faces multiple charges after police said he kidnapped and strangled his girlfriend during a fight at a Jonesboro motel.

2 weeks ago

Strong turnout at Plan Jonesboro open house signals appetite to ‘think big’

The open house marked the first public meeting for Plan Jonesboro, the City’s comprehensive planning effort to guide growth over the next 30 years. 

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Police Department’s crisis intervention team making impact

The CIT responded to over 2,500 calls in 2024 and 2025, over 600 people interacted with the CIT/Therapist team, and the program has saved a total of $1.2 million.

2 weeks ago

Events scheduled in March at Jonesboro library

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has announced events for all ages in March.

2 weeks ago

Early voting ends Monday for Preferential Primary; Election Day is Tuesday, March 3

Early voting for the Preferential Primary in Craighead County ends Monday, with election day for this cycle on Tuesday, March 3.

2 weeks ago

A-State Baseball: Red Wolves Sweep Golden Lions

Arkansas State completed the second sweep of the season over in-state foe Arkansas-Pine Bluff Sunday afternoon with the 7-2 victory

2 weeks ago

Public survey now live on PlanJonesboro.com

Public encouraged to share input through online survey and interactive map

2 weeks ago

Developer Bruce Burrow Leaves Lasting Mark; Dies at 83

“He knew more about real estate than anybody I know,” said Jerry Halsey

2 weeks ago

One killed, three injured in Greene County crash

Dense fog present at the time likely contributed to the accident

2 weeks ago

A-State Heritage Sites to host community meetings 

The Arkansas State University Heritage Sites is exploring the feasibility of establishing the Arkansas Delta as a National Heritage Area.

3 weeks ago

Red Wolf Men Surge to Victory Over Louisiana

A-State used an overwhelming second-half surge to defeat Louisiana on Senior Night

3 weeks ago

Arkansas State Women Top Texas State on Senior Night

Arkansas State shot 41 percent (14-of-34) from three on the way to the 34-point win

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Brandon Shrader named general manager of The Ridge Athletics Center

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Previous Arkansas public service and parks leader to helm Jonesboro’s new 203,000-square-foot facility for sports, events, and aquatics

1 day ago in National, Trending

Storms cancel more US flights as TSA remains under pressure from partial government shutdown

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Monday as powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and a partial government shutdown affecting airport security screeners dragged into a second month.

1 day ago in Sports

Dominican WBC loss ends on called strike that appeared low, a week before robot umps arrive in MLB

Geraldo Perdomo watched Mason Miller's full-count slider appear to drop just under the strike zone and took a step toward his team's dugout on the third-base side, thinking he walked to put runners at the corners. Then plate umpire Cory Blaser emphatically signaled strike three, stranding the potential tying run at third base and giving the United States a 2-1 win Sunday night that advanced the Americans to the World Baseball Classic championship game against Venezuela or Italy.