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3 weeks ago

Greene County Sheriff Fires Nine Jail Employees Following Inmate’s Death

Greene County Sheriff Brad Snyder has terminated nine detention center employees following an internal review into the death of 18-year-old inmate Atiyana Willis.

3 weeks ago

Trial Dates Set for Suspect in Back-to-Back Jonesboro Pedestrian Crashes

The trial dates have been set for the Bay man at the center of an investigation into two pedestrian crashes that left multiple people hurt and one dead.

3 weeks ago

Family Crisis Center SANE Rheanna Siebert Honored with Arkansas Forensic Nurses Association Core Values Award

Siebert was nominated for the award by her fellow SANEs who serve Family Crisis Center on a contracted, on-call basis.

3 weeks ago

NYITCOM at A-State Receives Two Grants Totaling $3.7M For New Residency Program, EMS Training Initiative

“Our mission is personal because we’re working to help impact the people and communities that have raised us. We couldn’t be more thankful for the support Gov. Sanders and her team has given us to continue to expand our efforts," said NYITCOM dean Dr. Shane Speights.

3 weeks ago

Valley View Theater Department to Perform ‘Lend Me a Tenor’ Oct. 1-2

Director Dana Bruff described "Lend Me a Tenor" as a “madcap farce,” with all of the elements audiences would expect and more from the genre.

3 weeks ago

City of Jonesboro Seeking Public Comment Regarding Rail Crossing Elimination Study

The City of Jonesboro is seeking public comment regarding a rail crossing elimination study.

3 weeks ago

Gov. Sanders Suspends Dyed Diesel Penalties for Arkansas Farmers and Loggers Amid High Fuel Costs

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency Tuesday, signing an executive order that temporarily allows Arkansas farmers and loggers to use tax-free, dyed diesel fuel in highway vehicles without facing state penalties.

3 weeks ago

Charges Dropped Against Jonesboro Man in Attempted Murder Case

Court documents show that a Jonesboro man accused in a 2025 shooting has had his case dismissed after the victim refused to cooperate with prosecutors.

3 weeks ago

Road Closures Planned Wednesday Afternoon for Jonesboro Homecoming Parade

Road closures are planned in Jonesboro Wednesday afternoon for Jonesboro Public Schools' Homecoming parade.

3 weeks ago

“Bold Enough to Begin”: Dr. Tywanna Smith to Speak at Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library

For nearly 19 years, Dr. Smith has worked with more than 60 NBA, NFL, WNBA, and international athletes as a financial and brand manager.

3 weeks ago

Kennedy Horn Named SBC Offensive Player of the Week

Senior forward Kennedy Horn earns her first player of the week honors off of a five-point week, contributing to all three goals in Sunday’s win at ULM.

3 weeks ago

Craighead County Justice of the Peace to Host Town Hall in October Discussing Local Ballot Issues

A Craighead County Quorum Court Justice of the Peace will be hosting a town hall in October discussing local issues to appear on the November ballot.

3 weeks ago

600 Volunteers Roll up Sleeves for 32nd Annual United Way Day of Caring

In total, the community logged 3,500 volunteer hours in a single day.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Mother Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison After Infant Tests Positive for Meth and Cocaine

Michelle Moore, 38, pled guilty Monday to two felonies: introducing a controlled substance into the body of another (Class Y) and endangering the welfare of a minor (Class D).

3 weeks ago

New Stops, Updated Routes Rolling Out on Jonesboro’s Public Transit System

The city's public transportation service GOJO is rolling out new stops this week, aiming to connect riders with community hotspots and improve wait times.

3 weeks ago

Whitlock Receives Sun Belt Volleyball Offensive Player of the Week Honors

Arkansas State volleyball outside hitter Kaitlin Whitlock was named Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Week following back-to-back standout performances that powered the Red Wolves to an undefeated start in league play.

3 weeks ago

Two Arrested After Fatal Jonesboro Hotel Overdose

A man and woman are both facing felony charges following a fatal overdose at a Jonesboro hotel over the weekend.

3 weeks ago

Greene County Tech Football Program Under Investigation by Sheriff’s Office

The Greene County Tech School District is cooperating with law enforcement following allegations of inappropriate conduct among members of its football program.

3 weeks ago

KLEK 102.5 FM to Host Live Debate on Jonesboro Public Safety Tax Proposal

The debate will bring together voices on both sides of the issue, giving Jonesboro residents an opportunity to hear directly from supporters and opponents before the proposal goes before voters on Nov. 3.

3 weeks ago

Homeschool Fair to be Offered at A-State’s HPMEC

“The purpose of the event is to inform parents of the homeschooling programming and resources the community has to offer,” said Shannon Williams, site director of HPMEC.

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2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring

For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Quavo talks new album, fatherhood, viral ‘Hotel Lobby’ and working on Migos project with Offset

The Grammy-nominated rapper is moving forward with fatherhood, healing and a sense of purpose. Now a father to...

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Buddy Guy celebrated at Radio City Music Hall with a sold-out ‘Buddy’s Got the Blues’ show

Two months past his 90th birthday, Buddy Guy is still up for a little bragging, a lot of cursing and a long night of partying.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas," a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026's biggest hit.