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2 days ago

Jonesboro mayor unveils rebranding of city’s public transportation system

"GOJO isn't just a name change, it's reimagining what public transit means for Jonesboro," Copenhaver said.

2 days ago

2026 Jonesboro State of the City Address highlights growth, investment, connectivity, and planning

During his sixth State of the City address, Jonesboro Mayor Harold Copenhaver outlined progress across infrastructure, public safety, connectivity, and long-term planning.

2 days ago

Engskov makes Brooks Wallace Award watch list

The College Baseball Foundation announced Wednesday morning that senior shortstop Patrick Engskov has been named to the Brooks Wallace Award Watch List.

2 days ago

Baptist Memorial and AMMC finalize merger and appoint new CEO to lead hospital

The merger between Memphis-Based Baptist Memorial Healthcare and Arkansas Methodist Medical Center of Paragould has been completed.

3 days ago

March events at FOA Stage, Too in downtown Jonesboro

The Foundation of Arts (FOA) has announced free events throughout the month of March at their Stage, Too venue in downtown Jonesboro.

3 days ago

A-State’s Ashford earns first career win in 10-2 win over Louisiana Tech

The Red Wolves defeated the Bulldogs Tuesday night at J.C. Love Field at Pat Patterson Park.

3 days ago

Jason Allen wins primary race for Craighead County sheriff, candidates react

"People showed up to the polls and now it's time for me to show up and do my part," Allen said.

3 days ago

Final Results: County Clerks report unofficial totals

Here are links to files that provide complete totals from each area county

3 days ago

Mooney re-elected; Hitt, Nadzam headed to runoff in Circuit Judge elections

Mooney receives "just enough" votes to avoid a runoff with Miles; Hitt and Nadzam will faceoff again in November

3 days ago

Stephanie Hoffman wins primary for Craighead County tax collector

"I'm truly excited," said Hoffman. "I was with my family, and we were all just extremely excited and thanking God for the opportunity."

3 days ago

Wooldridge unseats Johnson in State Senate District 21

Wooldridge wins a race labeled as one of the most expensive legislative races in the state

3 days ago

Erika Askeland wins Democratic primary race for House District 32

Erika Askeland will be the Democratic candidate for State House District 32 in the November general election.

3 days ago

Brookland Public Schools millage increase fails at polls

The millage rate for Brookland Public Schools will remain the same as a proposed millage increase for the district failed.

3 days ago

Craighead County 2026 primary election results

JRN was LIVE at the Craighead County Election Annex. FINAL RESULTS ARE IN.

3 days ago

Guests from Teikyo Heisei University visit A-State this week

The Department of Occupational Therapy in the College of Nursing and Health Professions at Arkansas State University will welcome six students and two faculty from Teikyo Heisei University in Tokyo this week.

3 days ago

Arvest Bank warns consumers, businesses about tax identity theft

With tax filing season underway, Arvest Bank is urging consumers and businesses to stay alert and take proactive steps to protect themselves from tax-related identity theft.

3 days 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.

4 days 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.

4 days 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.

4 days 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.

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4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The Guess Who plan the band’s first official US tour in over two decades

Two principal songwriters of The Guess Who — the band that crafted the hit song "American Woman" — will tour America itself later this year for the first time in over two decades.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Eddie Vedder turns solo vulnerability into a powerful plea in Netflix’s ‘Matter of Time’

The first time Eddie Vedder toured without Pearl Jam, he made some glaring mistakes onstage and felt discouraged. A few shows later, he ran into Bruce Springsteen, who told him that performing solo is terrifying but that vulnerability can be a force to harness.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations

Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira are some the 2026 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a wide net that includes rap, metal, R&B, hip-hop, Britpop, blues rock and pop.

2 weeks ago in Music

U2’s new music honors Renee Good and draws inspiration from world events

U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good...

2 weeks ago in Music

A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer

A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at...