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3 days ago
Craighead County Educators Selected for Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship
In exchange for their participation and sharing their experiences as merit pay recipients, the teachers will receive ongoing training, support, and a $1,500 stipend.
3 days ago
A-State Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting of New Windgate Hall of Art and Innovation
"This lab is equipped with technology and resources that will allow students and faculty to move from an idea to a tangible prototype, from a sketch to an immersive experience," said Dr. Jake Qualls during the ceremony.
4 days ago
Jonesboro Wins Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Valley View Wins on the Field in 870 Bowl
Pick your school. Cast your vote. Win $250 for your booster club
4 days ago
NEA Baptist Honors First Responders with 9/11 Remembrance Breakfast
In honor and remembrance of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, NEA Baptist hosted a free breakfast Friday morning to recognize and thank local first responders.
4 days ago
A-State, Sany Nutrition Group Partner with Beyond Resilience x Red Wolves Protein Snack
The limited-edition caramel chocolate protein crunch bars will be available starting at 5 p.m. today during the Great A-State Tailgate, part of Paint the Town Red, taking place in downtown Jonesboro.
4 days ago
A-State Leads $2.2M NSF Project on Drought-Resilient Rice and Wheat
With drought conditions being an issue across agricultural regions, the research team will investigate how naturally beneficial soil fungi, known as arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, can help rice and wheat better withstand water stress.
4 days ago
Jonesboro VFW, Elks Lodge Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Honoring First Responders, Marking 25 Years Since Attacks
"We like to take this opportunity every year on Sept. 11 to honor remember those we lost on that September day, because it did change our country, it did affect our country, but it also showed our country's strength and coming together."
4 days ago
ASU System Audit Executive Mandy Walker Earns CISA Certification
“We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated and talented internal audit team led by Mandy serving the ASU System,” said Dr. Todd Shields, president of the ASU System.
4 days ago
Jonesboro Library Celebrates Library Card Sign-Up Month with Two September Giveaways
Library Card Sign-Up Month is an opportunity for community members to discover the many resources, programs, services, and experiences available through the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.
4 days ago
Lanes Closures Expected on ‘KAIT Road’ Starting Sept. 14
Drivers who regularly use County Road 766, or 'KAIT Road', should prepare for potential delays starting next week.
4 days ago
A-State and GOJO Partner, Offering Free Rides for University Community
The bus routes serve campus and surrounding areas, providing A-State students, faculty and staff with free access to any route using their A-State ID.
4 days ago
ASP: One Dead, One Injured in U.S. 49 Crash Near Valley View
Arkansas State Police (ASP) have confirmed that one person died, and another was injured as the result of a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Craighead County earlier this month.
4 days ago
Jonesboro September Clean-Up Scheduled for Sept. 12
Another month, another opportunity for Jonesboro residents to clear out their clutter as the next Neighborhood Clean-Up is this weekend.
5 days ago
Accident Shuts Down U.S. 49B in Brookland; Helicopter Requested
A motor vehicle accident has completely closed U.S. 49B at the north end of Brookland this evening.
5 days ago
UPDATED | Delta Peanut Facility in Jonesboro to Close in October
Delta Peanut has told its members and growers that it will be permanently closing.
5 days ago
NEA Baptist to Honor First Responders with Free Breakfast on 9/11
In honor and remembrance of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, NEA Baptist will honor local first responders with a free breakfast this Friday.
5 days ago
Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle Concert Cancelled
The Sunken Lands Songwriting Circle concert, planned for Saturday, Sept. 19, is cancelled.
5 days ago
State Auditor Dennis Milligan Finds More Than $250K For Jonesboro Citizens, Businesses
Mobile office locates hundreds of thousands owed to residents
5 days ago
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display Flags on 9/11
The flag display is part of a longstanding service project provided to the community by the club, which provides both the flags, poles, and flag brackets for $50 per year.
5 days ago
Egypt Man Accused of Chasing, Ramming Partner’s Car
Deputies arrested an Egypt man after they said he intentionally rammed his pickup truck into his partner's car during a chase.