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1 week ago

How Jonesboro’s Limb Pickup Process Works and What to Avoid

JRN spoke with the city about the collection process, why pickup may take longer, and the do’s and don’ts on laying out debris for crews to pick up.

Portrait of a man with short hair and a gray beard, wearing a black Arkansas State University Engineering & Computer Science shirt against a gray backdrop.

1 week ago

A-State Professor Secures Grant to Increase Federal Funding Opportunities

Arkansas State University professor Dr. Andrew “Drew” Fleming was one of 12 selected statewide to receive the Emerging Research Leaders Program grant.

1 week ago

Jonesboro Man Dead After Wednesday’s Fatal Crash on U.S. 49

A Jonesboro man is dead after a crash that occurred on U.S. 49 Wednesday afternoon.

the north side of 314 union street with a scissor lift

1 week ago

Fresh Look Coming to Jonesboro Media Group’s Building Downtown

Work is officially underway to completely repaint the large logo signs on the north side of 314 Union St.

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Paragould Sex Offender Held on $100K Bond For Failing to Comply With Reporting Requirements

A Paragould sex offender is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after police said he failed to abide by his reporting requirements due to having multiple unregistered accounts on his phone.

1 week ago

Second 7 Brew Stand Coming to Jonesboro

"We are very excited to be employing many more local crew members at this second location and hopefully help our original stand on Stallings get a bit of relief..."– Candace Dixon Horne, 7 Brew Franchisee

1 week ago

Arkansas Fire Fatalities Rise in 2026, Arkansas State Fire Marshal’s Office Says

State officials are urging Arkansans to act now by installing smoke alarms, testing them monthly, and replacing batteries as needed.

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1 week ago

$100K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man in Domestic Battery Case Involving Previous Victim

A Jonesboro man is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after police said he assaulted a victim who had been involved in a previous domestic case.

1 week ago

Jonesboro Swim Teams Told by City Officials to Reach Agreement on Lane Usage

The Finance and Administration Council Committee voted to indefinitely table a resolution regarding pool lane usage for Jonesboro swim teams. City officials said it was up to the two parties to meet and reach a mutual agreement.

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1 week ago

Jonesboro Man Accused of Kidnapping, Sexually Assaulting Ex-Girlfriend

A Jonesboro man faces multiple felony charges and life in prison after deputies said he tied his ex-girlfriend up, beat her until she lost consciousness, and sexually assaulted her.

Bikes take off in 2025 Skirmish Delta Gravel Festival in Jonesboro Arkansas

1 week ago

Downtown Jonesboro Roads to be Closed Starting Thursday for Skirmish Festival

Some streets in downtown Jonesboro will be temporarily closed this weekend for The Skirmish: A Delta Gravel Festival.

Two pet portraits: Louie, a tan dog with a blue collar, on the left; Mia, a gray-and-white tabby cat, on the right (both framed in rounded squares).

1 week ago

Jonesboro Pets of the Week // May 27

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present "Pets of the Week"

A large two-story white house with a wraparound porch, columns, and a front staircase, set on a green lawn with trees against a blue sky.

1 week ago

A-State’s HPMEC to Host Day Camp in June, Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary

To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center will host a day camp in mid-June.

1 week ago

A-State Chancellor Todd Shields to be Next ASU System President

Arkansas State University Chancellor Dr. Todd Shields will be the next ASU System President.

1 week ago

ASPSF Names Jonesboro Resident Volunteer of the Month

Since beginning her volunteer journey in January 2025, Jennifer Salo has quickly made an impact by supporting single parents as they pursue higher education and build brighter futures.

The Billion-Dollar Ripple: How an Industrial Boom is Reshaping Northeast Arkansas

1 week ago

The Billion-Dollar Ripple: How an Industrial Boom is Reshaping Northeast Arkansas

The industrial landscape of Northeast Arkansas is rapidly evolving as billions of dollars in advanced manufacturing investments ripple into neighboring communities.

1 week ago

Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend is June 12-14, Family Fishing Derbies are June 13

Anyone may fish in Arkansas without a fishing license or trout stamp from noon, Friday, June 12, through midnight Sunday night, June 14.

Arkansas congressman says farmers need certainty as House recess sends lawmakers home until June 8

1 week ago

Crawford Discusses Iran, Fuel Prices and Farm Bill During District Visit

Arkansas congressman says farmers need certainty as House recess sends lawmakers home until June 8

Monette to get new traffic light at HIghways 18/139

2 weeks ago

Monette to get Long-Awaited Traffic Light

Light goes up at Highway 18/139 intersection by Summer 2027

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2 weeks ago

Glow-in-the-Dark Events for Teens Scheduled in Early June at Jonesboro Library

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has events set for early June exclusively for teens, with a glow-in-the-dark twist.

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Music News

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands

A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish organization to block two performances by the rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, ruling that the concerts are not a threat to public order.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

The Chicks announce intimate ‘Taking the Long Way’ 20th Anniversary Tour. ‘This is our lives’

Call it a comeback, a crossover moment, or both. Twenty years ago, The Chicks released their blockbuster 2006 album "Taking the Long Way" — their first full-length after the country music industry turned their backs on them — and one of the biggest of their career.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Ella Langley dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson wins entertainer of the year

Cody Johnson won entertainer of the year, but it was Ella Langley's night from the start. The first honor of the Academy of Country Music Awards Sunday was for the coveted song of the year, given to Langley for the crossover hit "Choosin' Texas," presented to her by Michael Bublé.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

New Wings exhibit traces Paul McCartney’s reinvention as husband, father and bandleader

The largest collection of Paul McCartney's personal artifacts ever publicly displayed is part of a new exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame centering on his life after The Beatles.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, ‘Dai Dai’

As the song demands: "Let's go!" The Colombian superstar Shakira and Afrobeats icon Burna Boy have teamed up for "Dai Dai," the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.