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3 weeks ago

National Guardsman gifted new car in Brookland

Michael Whatley, a sergeant in the Arkansas Army National Guard, was gifted a refurbished vehicle on Wednesday.

3 weeks ago

Lake City Fire Department kicks off Firefighter 1 training program

The Craighead County Firefighter 1 program began Feb. 7, with more than 30 students from departments across the region attending.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro crime numbers down as population increases

Despite Jonesboro's population continuing to grow, overall crime over the past 10 years has decreased, Jonesboro Police Department Chief Rick Elliott said.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro 10-year-old sells artwork for Make-A-Wish

Kohl Beeson, who is 10 years old, said he has been painting since he was in kindergarten.

3 weeks ago

A-State drops road contest at Georgia Southern

Statesboro, GA – Contributed – Arkansas State fell on the road at Georgia Southern, 60-69 Wednesday afternoon at Hill Convention Center. Crislyn…

3 weeks ago

Caraway food distribution date set

The rescheduled date for the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas's USDA food distribution in Caraway has been set.

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A-State powers past ULM

A-State scored 100 or more points against the Warhawks for the first time in series history, and it is the first time either side has surpassed the century mark in the series since 1955.

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THE EXPERT | DNW Outdoors discusses Migra Ammunition’s non-toxic solution for waterfowl and dove hunting

For hunters seeking the best stacked shotshells for waterfowl hunting or high-performance dove hunting ammo, Migra offers versatile, non-toxic solutions that deliver unmatched efficiency and ethical results.

3 weeks ago

City of Jonesboro moves forward with infrastructure improvement funding application

The City of Jonesboro is set to apply for a $21 million federal grant to help fund infrastructure safety improvements near the Ridge Athletic Complex.

3 weeks ago

Affidavit: Police seize fentanyl mixture and cash at Jonesboro motel, duo arrested

Two people are behind bars after police said an investigation into a suspicious vehicle at a Jonesboro motel on Tuesday resulted in the seizure of marijuana, cash, and a fentanyl mixture.

3 weeks ago

Craighead County Quorum Court discusses construction of new District Court building

The discussion comes after an Intergovernmental Council meeting held in January between the Craighead County Judge's Office and the mayors of various Craighead County cities.

3 weeks ago

From isolation to unity: The “All Means All” shift at Leadership Magnet School

Leadership Magnet School is teaching staff members to take ownership of every child’s success - one step at a time.

3 weeks ago

Craighead County man accused of threatening victim at gunpoint and raping them

Kevyn Malachi Bowen, 20, of Cash, appeared in court on Feb. 2 and was charged with one count of Rape and one count of Terroristic Threatening.

3 weeks ago

University of Arkansas Chancellor’s List includes Jonesboro students

The University of Arkansas is recognizing students for earning a place on the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List, the university's highest semester academic honor for undergraduates.

3 weeks ago

Early voting for primary election begins Tuesday

Early voting for the preferential party primary election begins next week.

3 weeks ago

City of Jonesboro sanitation routes to be adjusted for President’s Day holiday

Sanitation routes for the City of Jonesboro will be on adjusted schedules next week due to the President's Day holiday.

3 weeks ago

Craighead County Quorum Court approves ordinances regarding potential office consolidation

The proposal to consolidate the offices of county treasurer and collector will appear on the November ballot.

4 weeks ago

Congress approves $2.1 million in appropriations to A-State to support steel research and testing

The funding will support the acquisition of industry-grade testing equipment for Arkansas State’s Center for Advanced Materials and Steel Manufacturing.

4 weeks ago

Junior Auxiliary of Jonesboro to host “An Evening in Oz” 2026 charity ball

The event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at the Embassy Suites Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center.

4 weeks ago

ADEM urges earthquake preparedness for Craighead County

The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) is observing February as National Earthquake Awareness Month.

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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...