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‘Where Stories Live’ Kicks Off Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library’s 2026 Speaker Series

This free event is open to ages 13 and older and will explore the stories, traditions, people, and places that have shaped Craighead County.

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$150K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man Accused of Resisting Arrest While Holding Baby

Police said Jeremiah Jones rammed his partner's vehicle with a child inside, put a baby in danger during a high-risk stop and resisted arrest.

Swept Away Janitorial presents check to Food Bank of NEA

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Swept Away Janitorial Pledges $22,000 to Support Student Backpack Food Programs for the 2026-2027 School Year

The backpack program provides students with nutritious, easy-to-prepare food to take home over weekends and school breaks, helping ensure they have access to meals when school cafeterias are closed.

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Committee Forwards Second Police Station Purchase, Loan Application to Full Jonesboro City Council

A resolution and an ordinance regarding purchasing a building to act as a second police station were forwarded to the full Jonesboro city council Tuesday by a committee.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin

A few years ago, a pop culture store owner in Wisconsin mentioned to Jason Ganos, a well-known Nintendo game collector, that he had a box of Super Mario cartridges that had been sitting in storage for years. It stopped Ganos in his tracks.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

3 big questions to ask your aging parents

One of the toughest things to go through as an adult is helping your parents as they get older. Life is finite, and both you and your parents might be reluctant to talk about what type of support they might need. But as difficult as these conversations can be, it's important to make time for them.

3 weeks ago in National, Trending

Looking to see the solar eclipse from North America? Here’s where and when to catch a sliver

Sorry, North America. After winning the cosmic lottery with a pair of coast-to-coast total solar eclipses, now it's Europe's turn. But look skyward anyway Wednesday and, if you're far enough north in the U.S. and Canada, you might savor a partial eclipse as the moon nibbles away at the sun.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances

Heading off to college is exciting, but it also involves new adult responsibilities. That makes it a great time to start getting comfortable with credit, building healthy spending habits and learning how to manage money.

3 weeks ago in Sports

CBS Sports president says there’s no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo’s future

CBS Sports president David Berson said Tuesday he does not have a timeline for a decision about Tony Romo's future. Romo, the network's lead NFL analyst, is on leave following his arrest last month in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Sir Rod Stewart calls off remaining tour dates after coronary stent procedure

Sir Rod Stewart will be unable to continue his "One Last Time" farewell tour following a coronary stent procedure and after postponing and canceling a few performances, a representative for the singer has confirmed.

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City of Jonesboro Denies Variance Request for Tractor Supply Relocation

The variance sought to remove the requirement for a shared access point connecting the existing building and parking area to the adjacent lot to the south.

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Arkansas Faces A Heat Wave That Could Make History

National Weather Service warns of potentially record-setting heat through at least Aug. 22 — and a “flash drought” could put additional strain on water supplies

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Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro Reopens Following Building Stabilization

Main Street in downtown Jonesboro is reopening to vehicular traffic after initial shoring and stabilization efforts were completed at a damaged building.

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Officials Break Ground on InnovAsian’s Frozen Food Manufacturing Facility in Jonesboro

Construction is set to begin soon on InnovAsian Cuisine's new frozen food manufacturing facility in Jonesboro, as officials broke ground on the building Tuesday.

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Young Woman Sues ASP Trooper After Traffic Stop Punch Near Manila

18-year-old Alisa Hackett alleges excessive force after Manila-area arrest; ASP says it has no statement.

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Craighead County Detention Center Officer Terminated, Arrested for Sexual Assault

A detention center officer at the Craighead County Sheriff's Office has been terminated.

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A-State’s College of Veterinary Medicine Officially Opens

"Here, future veterinarians will discover their calling, faculty will advance knowledge, and graduates will strengthen communities across Arkansas."

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‘Extreme Safety’ Campaign Urges Drivers to Put Safety First as Students Return to School

The campaign encourages motorists, pedestrians and cyclists to practice safe behaviors during the busy back-to-school season when more children are walking and biking.

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Connected NEA to Celebrate Grand Opening of Jonesboro Location

An organization will be celebrating its grand opening in Jonesboro in September.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’

Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, will release their debut album, the 23-track "I'm So Happy," on Sept. 25.

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5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Dolly Parton estate announces 2-day festival ‘Dollyfest’ to celebrate her legacy

Dolly Parton is not done yet. The estate behind the icon, who died of cancer last week at age 80, has announced Dollyfest, a two-day festival to be held in Nashville and London across two consecutive weekends in 2027.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Australia’s music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts

Australia's recorded music industry will bar tracks wholly generated by artificial intelligence from official charts as burgeoning generative technologies threaten artists' livelihoods, a representative said on Tuesday.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

After losing a friend and writing ‘Say So,’ Dan + Shay are back with the autobiographical ‘Young’

The lead single from Grammy Award-winning duo Dan + Shay's forthcoming album "Young" is a hard pivot from the wedding songs that make up so much of the country pair's discography.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Frank Beard, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer of boogie-rock trio ZZ Top, dies at 77

Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top who kept the tempo for the band's biggest hits like "Sharp Dressed Man," "Legs" and "Gimme All Your Lovin,'" has died. He was 77.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Madonna leads 2026 MTV Video Music Awards nominations, followed by Taylor Swift

Madonna leads the 2026 MTV Video Music Award nominations, the network announced Tuesday. The pop superstar has been nominated in every decade of her musical career. She has 19 competitive MTV VMA wins and in 1986 became the first solo female artist to receive the Video Vanguard Award.