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Holiday Events in Northeast Arkansas 2026 Guide
From community Thanksgiving meals to Christmas events to New Year celebrations aplenty, we’ve compiled a list of all kinds of all kinds of holiday happenings across NEA this season.
Foundation of Arts’ Perspectives Art Contest Returns in November
The Foundation of Arts' annual art contest is returning this November, showcasing community art while benefitting a local nonprofit organization.
Where to Give This Holiday Season 2026 Guide
With the holiday season in full swing, JRN has created a list of holiday donation drives across Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas.
Greene County Sheriff Fires Nine Jail Employees Following Inmate’s Death
Greene County Sheriff Brad Snyder has terminated nine detention center employees following an internal review into the death of 18-year-old inmate Atiyana Willis.
Trial Dates Set for Suspect in Back-to-Back Jonesboro Pedestrian Crashes
The trial dates have been set for the Bay man at the center of an investigation into two pedestrian crashes that left multiple people hurt and one dead.
Family Crisis Center SANE Rheanna Siebert Honored with Arkansas Forensic Nurses Association Core Values Award
Siebert was nominated for the award by her fellow SANEs who serve Family Crisis Center on a contracted, on-call basis.
NYITCOM at A-State Receives Two Grants Totaling $3.7M For New Residency Program, EMS Training Initiative
“Our mission is personal because we’re working to help impact the people and communities that have raised us. We couldn’t be more thankful for the support Gov. Sanders and her team has given us to continue to expand our efforts," said NYITCOM dean Dr. Shane Speights.
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Valley View Theater Department to Perform ‘Lend Me a Tenor’ Oct. 1-2
Director Dana Bruff described "Lend Me a Tenor" as a “madcap farce,” with all of the elements audiences would expect and more from the genre.
City of Jonesboro Seeking Public Comment Regarding Rail Crossing Elimination Study
The City of Jonesboro is seeking public comment regarding a rail crossing elimination study.
Gov. Sanders Suspends Dyed Diesel Penalties for Arkansas Farmers and Loggers Amid High Fuel Costs
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency Tuesday, signing an executive order that temporarily allows Arkansas farmers and loggers to use tax-free, dyed diesel fuel in highway vehicles without facing state penalties.
Charges Dropped Against Jonesboro Man in Attempted Murder Case
Court documents show that a Jonesboro man accused in a 2025 shooting has had his case dismissed after the victim refused to cooperate with prosecutors.
Road Closures Planned Wednesday Afternoon for Jonesboro Homecoming Parade
Road closures are planned in Jonesboro Wednesday afternoon for Jonesboro Public Schools' Homecoming parade.
