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1 week ago

Jonesboro Man to Speak to Craighead County Historical Society About History of U.S.S. Arkansas

A Jonesboro resident will be speaking to the Craighead County Historical Society next week to detail the history and legacy of the U.S.S. Arkansas.

1 week ago

AGFC Urges Public to Report Suspected Screwworm, Parasite Cases on Wild Deer 

It’s just human nature to want to help, but trying to administer treatments to free-ranging wildlife is rarely effective and can cause many more troubles than it prevents.

1 week ago

Jonesboro’s Tornado Sirens Undergoing Maintenance, Upgrades

Work is beginning on upgrading the City of Jonesboro's tornado siren system.

2 weeks ago

Man Accused of Stabbing Lyft Driver While Drunk in Jonesboro Fight, Given $250K Bond

A man was given a $250,000 cash/surety bond Friday as court documents state that he stabbed his Lyft driver while he was drunk and attempted to steal the driver’s vehicle in a Jonesboro fight.

2 weeks ago

Downtown Jonesboro’s Newest Mural Unveiled in Ribbon Cutting

"Beautification of downtown is so vital," DJA executive director Sarah Doss said. "[We want] to make this just a place that people love."

2 weeks ago

$200K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man Arrested in Shots-Fired Investigation

A Jonesboro man is being held on a $200,000 cash/surety bond after deputies said a firearm and drugs were found in his vehicle following a shots-fired investigation.

2 weeks ago

A-State Men’s Basketball Announces Promotions Within the 2026-27 Coaching Staff

Arkansas State men’s basketball head coach Ryan Pannone announced multiple promotions to new roles ahead of the 2026-27 season.

2 weeks ago

Sanders Announces Appointments, 2 from Jonesboro

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced appointments to various government boards and commissions, with some of the appointees from Jonesboro.

2 weeks ago

54th Annual Early Childhood Conference to be held at A-State

The conference will be in August and will feature interest sessions that will be facilitated by teams of trainers.  

2 weeks ago

Arvest Foundation Awards $5K Grant to Single Parent Scholarship Fund

The grant will fund scholarships for single parents in Craighead, Baxter and Boone counties.

2 weeks ago

A-State Football Kickoff Party Set for July 30

The event will provide Red Wolves fans an opportunity to connect with the football program ahead of the 2026 season.

2 weeks ago

Arkansas State Police: Increased Speed Enforcement Begins July 10

Speeding reduces a driver's ability to react to changing traffic conditions, navigate curves safely, and stop in time to avoid a crash.

2 weeks ago

Nonprofit Seeks to Bring Homelessness Support to Jonesboro

“Together We Home” is an initiative led by Rashawn Vaughan that is dedicated to helping individuals and families experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives.

2 weeks ago

How Arkansas’ Comparative Fault Rule Affects Jonesboro Accident Claims | REES LAW, THE EXPERT

Rees Law Firm in Jonesboro has spent more than 30 years handling personal injury and auto accident claims in Northeast Arkansas.

2 weeks ago

Petition Seeking Sales Tax Vote Filed with County Clerk

Petition seeks vote on 5/8-of-a-cent Jonesboro sales tax to support police, fire and dispatch

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Woman Given $150K Bond After Shooting Person During Fight

A Jonesboro woman is behind bars on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said she shot another person during a fight.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Man Faces Felony Rape, Kidnapping Charges in Domestic Assault Case

A Jonesboro man is facing multiple felony charges, including rape and kidnapping, after police said he attacked and raped his ex-wife during a domestic assault.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro City Council Indefinitely Tables Ordinance that would Establish Sports Tourism Committee

The committee would have been responsible for determining the best practices, operational methods, and tourism strategies regarding youth sports, serving in a strictly advisory role.

2 weeks ago

Suspect in Jonesboro Homicide Given $750K Bond, Faces Life in Prison

A Blytheville man was given a $750,000 cash/surety bond following his arrest in connection with a deadly Jonesboro shooting that occurred earlier this week.

2 weeks ago

Public Comment Period Open for Proposed Changes to Jonesboro’s Public Transit System

GOJO, the city's public transit system, is seeking public comment as it prepares to make adjustments and changes to its fares and routes, director Lee Wells said during Tuesday's city council meeting.

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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.