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6 days ago

CWL of Jonesboro Celebrates 120 Years; Shares Future Plans

City Water and Light (CWL) of Jonesboro recently celebrated its 120th anniversary, and new changes are coming as the company moves to the future.

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6 days ago

Jonesboro Man Arrested in Connection to Deadly Walker Place Shooting

A Jonesboro man faces felony charges of child endangerment and tampering with evidence after police said he provided transportation for three suspects in the Walker Place shooting that left one person dead.

6 days ago

A-State Football 2026 Single-Game Tickets on Sale Now

The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Wednesday that single-game tickets are now on sale for the Red Wolves’ 2026 football season.

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6 days ago

City Provides Update on Accidental Activation of Tornado Sirens in Jonesboro

Crews are continuing to investigate the accidental activation of the City of Jonesboro's tornado sirens on Tuesday.

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6 days ago

Neighbors in Need NEA’s 5th Annual Community Picnic Scheduled in Jonesboro

Community members experiencing food insecurity are invited to enjoy a free barbeque meal at Neighbors in Need NEA's fifth annual Community Picnic.

6 days ago

Jonesboro Library Hosts AR Kids Community Workshop

Families with children in 1st through 3rd grade, as well as community members, are invited to attend and learn more about the changing landscape of standardized literacy assessments.

Highway Commissioner Jerry Halsey Lays Out Bold Vision for Northeast Arkansas Infrastructure

7 days ago

Highway Commissioner Jerry Halsey Lays Out Bold Vision for Northeast Arkansas Infrastructure

Newly appointed commissioner says better highways, regional connectivity and long-term planning could reshape the future of Northeast Arkansas

7 days ago

Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas to Host USDA Food Distributions in Craighead County

Households receiving USDA foods must reside in Craighead County and are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month.

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7 days ago

Two Jonesboro Athletes Selected for USTA Coaching Serving All: Aspiring Coaches powered by WeCOACH

Two Jonesboro athletes have been selected to be part of 30 nationwide participants to take part in the initiative USTA Coaching Serving All: Aspiring Coaches powered by WeCOACH.

7 days ago

Jonesboro Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Stealing Truck and Money During Weekend Spree

Court documents show that a Jonesboro man who broke into a local dealership, stole a truck, and drove around the city spending stolen cash pled guilty Monday.

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7 days ago

Cypress Creek and Google Break Ground on America’s Largest Solar Project in Mississippi County

The groundbreaking event marked a major milestone for a project that will help meet growing electricity demand while showcasing Arkansas's role in strengthening America's energy and manufacturing supply chains.

7 days ago

Battles of the Badges Blood Drive Returns to Jonesboro

Jonesboro citizens are invited to support their favorite public safety departments, all while donating to a good cause.

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1 week ago

Jonesboro Man Held on $150K Bond for Attacking and Choking Wife, Faces Multiple Felonies

A Jonesboro man is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said he attacked his wife with a wrench and choked her unconscious during a domestic disturbance over the weekend.

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1 week ago

California Man Arrested After Placing Tracking Device on Woman’s Car; Held on $150K Bond

Police arrested a man after they said he attempted to contact a woman at a Jonesboro shelter by putting a tracking device on her vehicle in addition to being found with drugs and paraphernalia.

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1 week ago

Early Morning Structure Fire Displaces Nine at Jonesboro Motel on Sunday; One Resident Transported to Hospital

A structure fire tore through a local motel early Sunday morning, leaving several residents displaced and sending one person to the hospital.

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1 week ago

Jonesboro Man Faces Forgery Charge After Fraudulent Check Scheme

A Jonesboro man is facing a felony charge after police said he orchestrated a fraudulent check scheme that resulted in the theft of nearly $10,000 from a local bank.

1 week ago

Bay and Lake City Among Recipients of $12.52M in Arkansas Community Grants

Out of 88 grants awarded statewide from the Community Development Block Grant and State Rural Community Grant programs, two went directly to Craighead County municipalities under the Rural Community Grant Program.

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1 week ago

Lighthouse Education Cooperative in Bono Partners with Barton’s to Build Nature Observatory Deck

Lighthouse Education Cooperative has partnered with Barton's to build the Lighthouse Nature Observatory Deck.

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1 week ago

JRN Pets of the Week: Meet Hank and Aphrodite (Plus, How to Take Advantage of Reduced Adoption Fees All Month)

Finding a lifelong companion brings unmatched joy to a household, and local adoption is the perfect way to make a meaningful difference right here in Craighead County.

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1 week ago

Jonesboro Police Investigating Late-Night Shooting Death at Apartment Complex

The Jonesboro Police Department is investigating a late-night shooting that left one man dead.

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Music News

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Music

10 songs to get hyped for the World Cup final

Regardless of World Cup allegiances, there is one thing everyone can agree on: There's nothing better than a themed playlist to get pumped...

6 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Latin and country surge in the US as more music is being streamed than ever before

Halfway through 2026, a few music, film and TV streaming trends have become clear, according to Luminate's 2026 Midyear Report, which was released Wednesday. Notably, more music is being streamed than ever before, both in the U.S. and globally.

7 days ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

Jay-Z show at Yankee Stadium delayed for hours after fans without tickets rush entrances

A Jay-Z concert at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours Sunday night after hundreds of fans without tickets tried to push their way into the show, forcing the iconic New York City stadium to temporarily close entrances before the rapper could take the stage after midnight.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75

Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star whose 1983 chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" enchanted succeeding generations with its bombastic charms during solar and lunar eclipses, has died. She was 75.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Usher says tour with Chris Brown is about more than 2 stars. He makes the case for R&B in stadiums

As Usher prepares to launch a stadium tour with Chris Brown, he says the criticism and legal troubles surrounding the singer never factored into his decision to embark on the tour.