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2 days ago
Second annual Story of Hope Brunch benefiting Hope Found of NEA scheduled in Jonesboro
The Jonesboro community is invited to have brunch for a good cause in April at the 2nd Annual Story of Hope Brunch.
3 days ago
Committee unanimously forwards public transportation resolutions to Jonesboro city council
The Jonesboro city council is set to consider several resolutions regarding its public transit service, GOJO, after the Finance and Administration Council Committee unanimously approved them Tuesday.
3 days ago
Resolution to lease space for E911 administrative staff forwarded to full Jonesboro city council
A resolution to lease space in downtown Jonesboro to house E911 administrative staff was unanimously forwarded to the full city council.
3 days ago
NEA Divine Intervention to host 3rd Annual Kickball Tournament
NEA Divine Intervention is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those dealing with substance abuse or mental health issues.
3 days ago
Plan Jonesboro public input meetings scheduled for March
Community members wanting to give input on the future of the City of Jonesboro can do so at the two Plan Jonesboro meetings scheduled for March.
3 days ago
Arkansas Secretary of State runoff election set for late-March
Early voting for the Arkansas Secretary of State runoff is set to begin soon.
3 days ago
Arkansas Court of Appeals: Jonesboro police officer immune beyond $50K in 2017 crash lawsuit
The lawsuit had sought more than $10 million in damages
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Arkansas Roots Music Festival happening in April in Dyess
The 11th Arkansas Roots Music Festival is set for April and will honor the musical roots of Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
3 days ago
Education events planned in March at the Jonesboro library
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has several education events planned in March.
3 days ago
Jonesboro gaming lounge to host fundraiser for Zachary’s Sensory Gym
Finding an environment where special needs children can play without feeling overwhelmed can sometimes be a challenge.
4 days ago
A-State surge in ninth leads to win over Little Rock
A-State erupted with nine runs in the top of the ninth inning to secure the win Tuesday afternoon
4 days ago
Committee forwards resolution regarding former Citizens Bank land to full council
A resolution was put before the Finance and Administration Council Committee to resolve a lien involving property where the former Citizens Bank building once stood.
4 days ago
A-State establishes ALLIANCE Lab for dyslexia research and literacy innovation
The lab, led by Arianne Pait, director of clinical services in communication disorders, represents the evolution of a two-decade commitment to serving struggling readers in Northeast Arkansas.
4 days ago
Jonesboro library wins two awards for “Your Library, Your Story” campaign
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library received both a Silver ADDY Award and a Judges' Choice Award during the American Advertising Awards.
4 days ago
The B-12 Store opens inside Soul Shine Studios in Jonesboro
A new chapter in local wellness begins as The B-12 Store officially opens its doors inside Soul Shine Studios on Monday, March 16.
4 days ago
Buyers of former Lazzari’s property confirmed, building to be demolished this month
The building that served the community for three decades is scheduled for demolition as early as this month.
4 days ago
Jonesboro Unlimited recognized with 4 2026 American Advertising Awards
Jonesboro Unlimited (JU) was recognized with four top honors at the 2026 American Advertising Awards Gala for their Always Jonesboro initiative’s talent attraction campaign video.
4 days ago
Porchlight Film Festival coming to downtown Jonesboro in April
"There's really nothing like experiencing a film in a theater with people," said festival director Lorenzo Balderas. "Having that intimacy of sharing and watching something, I think, is just a really cool experience."
4 days ago
Accident in Craighead County blocks road
An accident in Craighead County has blocked a road.
4 days ago
‘A-State in a Day’ aims to help students transfer from two-year campuses
Students attending community colleges across the region who are looking to continue their education at a four-year university are currently evaluating their options.