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Downtown Jonesboro Roads to Close for JPD’s Trunk or Treat Block Party
Roads in downtown Jonesboro will be closed beginning Wednesday afternoon for the Jonesboro Police Department's Trunk or Treat Block Party.
2 days ago in World
Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and his family land in Miami
Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and his family have landed in Miami after fleeing Brazil. The stunning move comes after 48 hours in which Bolsonaro refused to concede to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and then threatened to attempt to annul the election result.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Rays stun Brewers with 2-run rally in 12th inning and force World Series Game 5 with 4-3 win
Milwaukee was three outs from its first World Series title when Junior Camerino started the bottom of the 12th inning with a grounder to third. Thousands of Brewers fans who trekked to Tropicana Field to witness the long-awaited moment started to cheer. Not so fast.
Valley View Student Among Winners of Governor’s ‘My Natural State Story’ Contest
The winners of the My Natural State Story contest winners were announced this week, with a Jonesboro student included among them.
Jonesboro Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison Following Beer Bottle Attack
A Jonesboro man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to an assault that left a victim with serious facial fractures last month.
Open Enrollment for Arkansas Health Insurance Marketplace Begins Nov. 1
Arkansans are encouraged to review their coverage carefully, compare available plans, and understand their costs before selecting a plan for the upcoming year.
Dedication Ceremony Planned for A-State Meat Lab after $750K in Upgrades
Work is complete on upgrades to the meat lab at Arkansas State University thanks to a $750,000 grant from the state Office of Skills Development.
Jonesboro’s ‘Shoeshine Man’ Richard Goggins Passes Away at 74
Richard's work shining shoes evolved into "a lifetime of friendships, familiar faces, and meaningful connections," his obituary stated.
Trial Date Set for Jonesboro Man in School Bus Threat Case
Court dates have been set for a Jonesboro man accused of threatening a school bus driver with a weapon in September.
Craighead County Quorum Court Approves Sheriff’s Office Step Pay Program, Inmate Fee Increases
The Craighead County Quorum Court on Monday night approved a pay increase program for certified sheriff's office deputies, as well as increases to the adult and juvenile inmate fees.
3 days ago in Lifestyle
Tours offer Halloween enthusiasts visits to former psychiatric hospital and funeral home
It's not enough these days for some Halloween enthusiasts to be scared by actors dressed up in spooky getups at makeshift haunted houses: They want the "real" thing.
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
Rays put on the brink of World Series flop by Brewers’ historic 8-run, 2-out surge
Milwaukee became the first team to score eight runs with two outs in a World Series inning, routing the Rays 10-1 on Monday night to take a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
3 days ago in World
Voters in Israel are deciding whether to oust Netanyahu after 3 years of war
Israelis are voting in a pivotal election Tuesday as their country wrestles with unresolved wars, continues to reel from Hamas' 2023 attack and is deeply divided over the character of the state and the right person to lead it.
Foundation of Arts Celebrates 40 Years with Awards, New Mural, and Brand Reveal
Reaching the 40-year milestone, Executive Director Lynette Hirsch noted, is about honoring those who built the FOA's foundation while looking forward with anticipation.
Area Domino’s Stores Present Over $5K Check to Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas
Domino's franchisee-owned stores throughout Northeast Arkansas presented a check to the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas following a one-day fundraising event.
Trial Date Set for Former DHS Worker Facing 40+ Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Dates have been set for the court proceedings of Gregory Curtis Daffron, a former Craighead County family service worker who is facing 44 counts of possessing or using child sexual abuse material.
Walk On’s Sports Bistreaux Celebrates Grand Opening of Jonesboro Restaurant
"Every single day, we strive to achieve excellence when it comes to hospitality, service, great cuisine and drinks behind the bar," said Walk On's head of operations Chris Williams in the ceremony.
Acme Brick Company to Halt Manufacturing at Jonesboro Plant by End of 2026
Gary Grant, director of human resources for Acme Brick Company, confirmed the decision to JRN, saying 27 employees will be affected.
From the NBA Finals to Jonesboro: Corey Brewer’s Journey to the Red Wolves
Ahead of his debut on the sidelines, JRN sat down with the new assistant coach to discuss his journey and the championship mentality he intends to bring to the community.
