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3 weeks ago

Craighead County Detention Center Updates, Sheriff’s Office Pay Program Discussed During County Government Meetings

The Craighead County Quorum Court on Monday heard updates on the annual state review of the Craighead County Detention Center.

3 weeks ago

Craighead County Veterans Monument Foundation Seeking Participants for Veterans Day Parade

Event organizers noted that this year's parade carries "special significance" as it will commemorate 250 years since the founding of the United States of America.

3 weeks ago

Caraway Woman Accused of Presenting Fabricated Custody Documents to School Resource Officer

A Caraway woman is behind bars after police said she allegedly presented a school resource officer with a fake custody order in an attempt to interfere with court-ordered custody.

3 weeks ago

40th Lit’l Bita Christmas Set for November in Jonesboro

The Christmas spirit will soon be taking over First National Bank Arena as organizers prepare for the 40th anniversary of Lit'l Bita Christmas.

3 weeks ago

Trial Date Delayed Until 2027 for Suspect in Trumann Murder Case

Court documents show that the trial for a Trumann murder suspect has been pushed back to 2027.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro City Council Approves Purchase of Playground Equipment for New Planned Park

The Jonesboro City Council on Thursday approved two resolutions Thursday night regarding the purchase of playground equipment for a new planned park on Disciple Drive.

3 weeks ago

A-State Falls on the Road to Louisiana Tech, 2-0

Arkansas State (3-7-2, 1-5-0 SBC) soccer totaled 14 shots with none scoring against Louisiana Tech (4-8-2, 2-3-1 SBC), while the Bulldogs found two second half goals on 28 total shots for the 2-0 final score Sunday afternoon at Mark Caruthers Field.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro City Council Approves Land Use Agreement for Planned NEA Children’s Museum

The Jonesboro City Council on Thursday approved a land use agreement with the planned Northeast Arkansas Children's Museum.

3 weeks ago

Red Wolves Shine in Four-Set Victory Over South Alabama

Three Red Wolves recorded career highs in kills as Arkansas State volleyball (9-8, 5-1 SBC) completed a series sweep of South Alabama (7-11, 2-4 SBC) with a 3-1 (28-26, 21-25, 25-16, 25-17) victory on Saturday afternoon inside First National Bank Arena.

3 weeks ago

JRN Pets of the Week: Amelda and Crema

In this week's spotlight, we have Amelda, who is intelligent and energetic, and the young and playful Crema, both just waiting to be adopted.

3 weeks ago

Study: Arkansas Ranks as 5th Least Safe State in America

A new study has placed Arkansas in the bottom five of all U.S. states, citing high rates of traffic fatalities, violent crime, and workplace injuries.

3 weeks ago

Nettleton Raiders Win Second Straight Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Earn $250 Booster Club Donation

Nettleton won the game 43-33, extending its winning streak to four games

3 weeks ago

Maloney and Whitlock Lead the Red Wolves to Victory Over South Alabama, 3-0

Mia Maloney and Kaitlin Whitlock recorded standout performances and powered Arkansas State volleyball (8-8, 4-1 SBC) to a 3-0 (25-19, 29-27, 25-21) victory over South Alabama (7-10, 2-3 SBC) on Friday night inside First National Bank Arena.

3 weeks ago

GCT Relies on Dominant Ground Game, Brookland Miscues for 38-20 Homecoming Win

On Greene County Tech’s homecoming night, the team put on a show for the students and alumni with a 38-20 blowout against the Brookland Bearcats.

3 weeks ago

City Council Approves Downtown Jonesboro Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure

According to the resolution, pedestrian all-stops would be installed at three intersections along Washington Avenue in downtown Jonesboro.

3 weeks ago

Green and Parsons Discuss Economy, Privacy in District 1 Debate on ASU-TV

Two challengers vying for the U.S. House of Representatives District 1 seat squared off over the economy, government surveillance, and higher education during a live televised debate Thursday night.

3 weeks ago

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Announces Grand Opening Date for Jonesboro Location

Over the summer, the restaurant underwent extensive hiring efforts to bring on approximately 85 team members for the Jonesboro location.

3 weeks ago

Proposed Public Safety Sales Tax in Jonesboro Debated on KLEK 102.5

Representatives from both sides of the proposed public safety sales tax ballot issue debated Wednesday night.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Gas Prices Creep Up as National Average Sees Slight Drop Despite Autumn Records

Local drivers are seeing a slight increase at the pump this week as gas prices in Jonesboro nudge closer to the $4 mark, even as the national average experienced a modest dip.

3 weeks ago

A-State Dedicates College of Veterinary Medicine’s Equine Barn

Dubbed the "Dash Goff Equine Center – Nodouble Barn" it is named after Dash Goff, who gifted $1 million to the CVM, which officially opened and started classes in August.

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24 hours ago in News, Sports

Red Wolves Clinch Sun Belt West Division Title in Five-Set Thriller Versus Troy

Arkansas State volleyball (15-8, 11-1 SBC) withstood strong competition from Troy (13-8, 8-4 SBC) and clinched the Sun Belt West Division title in a 3-2 (25-18, 23-25, 25-18, 23-25, 15-9) thriller on Saturday afternoon inside First National Bank Arena.

2 days ago in News, Sports

A-State Extends Winning Streak With Four-Set Win Over Troy

As a team, A-State hit .309 in the match and tallied 57 kills alongside 54 assists, 59 digs and 11 total blocks.

2 days ago in News, Sports

Valley View Wins Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Nettleton Takes 6-0 Victory on the Field

Blazer fans earn $250 for athletic booster club as the season-long promotion heads into its regular-season finale