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A-State Named as a Top School for Veterans Through Work Done by Beck Center
Arkansas State University has been named a top school for military veterans by U.S. Veterans Magazine.
ELECTION WRAP-UP: Safety Tax Fails, Massive Shakeup on Quorum Court, Runoffs Set
JRN has a breakdown on some of the biggest races in Craighead County and their outcomes during the 2026 general election.
Appeal to Reverse Private Club Permit Denial for Proposed Jonesboro Restaurant Filed in Circuit Court
An appeal of the Jonesboro City Council's decision to deny a liquor license permit to a restaurant located near an elementary school was filed in Craighead County Circuit Court Tuesday.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
5 unique Thanksgiving main dishes to make on the grill
Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on unique Thanksgiving grilling recipes from Wildfire Outdoor Living, featuring dishes like Five-Spice Rotisserie Pork and Blackened Tri-Tip.
Democrat Erika Askeland Unseats Republican Incumbent Jack Ladyman in District 32 Race
Democratic challenger Erika Askeland has won the seat for Arkansas State House of Representatives District 32, unseating the six-consecutive-term incumbent, Republican Rep. Jack Ladyman.
6 days ago in National, Trending
Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate
Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.
Craighead County Lifts Burn Ban Following Recent Rainfall
Citizens are reminded to follow all applicable state and local laws regarding burning activities.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
Shorter days and dark afternoons can trigger depression. Here’s how to fight back
As winter approaches and daylight hours grow shorter, people prone to seasonal depression can feel it in their bodies and brains.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
The daily habits that have the biggest impact on healthy aging
Fatty15 reports that healthy aging relies on consistent daily habits such as a nutritious diet, regular physical activity, sufficient sleep, stress management, and social connections.
New Christian and Gospel Radio Station to Hit Jonesboro Airwaves Dec. 6
Glory 104.3 FM prepares for midnight sign-on, bringing a new voice of faith, hope and inspiration to Northeast Arkansas with a community worship celebration and ribbon cutting by the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce
19th Annual ‘Fill the Food Bank’ Aims to Provide 400K Meals Across Northeast Arkansas
Help the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas combat food insecurity in the region by giving back during Fill the Food Bank.
Curtis Hitt to be Second Judicial District, Division 4 Circuit Judge
Curtis Hitt will be the next circuit judge of Division 4 in the Second Judicial District.
Brookland Voters Approve Restructuring Bonds to Pay for More City Improvement Projects
Voters approved restructuring and refinancing the City of Brookland's municipal bonds, which will go toward paying for several projects throughout the city.
Voters Approve Measure to Combine Craighead County Collector and Treasurer Offices
Two Craighead County government offices will become one after voters approved combining the offices of the collector and treasurer.
Jonesboro Voters Reject 5/8-Cent Public Safety Tax
The measure, driven by the Safety First for Jonesboro committee, sought to generate an estimated $16 million to $17 million annually.
FINAL NUMBERS: Craighead County 2026 General Election Results
Final results for the 2026 general election have arrived. JRN has the latest numbers here.
1 week ago in Sports, Trending
Major League Baseball proposes delaying salary cap start until 2028 in talks with players
Major League Baseball proposed delaying the start of a salary cap until 2028, saying teams have too many commitments for next season that wouldn't allow them to reduce spending quickly enough.
1 week ago in National
A referendum on Trump, election monitors and a Democratic shift: What to watch on Election Day
President Donald Trump has repeatedly encouraged voters to pretend he's on the ballot this Election Day. He's not, of course. But there is reason to believe that Tuesday's midterms, above all, will be a referendum on his performance over the last two years.
Dooley Steps Down as A-State Head Women’s Soccer Coach
Dooley, named A-State’s fifth all-time head women’s soccer coach on Jan. 12, 2015, recently completed his 12th season with the Red Wolves in 2026.
Arvest Foundation Awards $6.5K Grant to the NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation
The grant will go to the Auxiliary Mammogram Fund, which provides mammography services for uninsured and underinsured women who may otherwise not be able to afford screening service.