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2 days ago
Accident in Jonesboro Kills Brookland Man
According to a fatal accident report from the Arkansas State Police, David Ray, 60, of Brookland, was killed on Highway 18 at Nestle Way in Jonesboro.
3 days ago
Red Wolves Take Sunday Against Louisiana With Steady Pitching and Pair of Homers
Arkansas State clamped down on the Louisiana offense while striking a pair of multi-RBI homers for an 8-3 win Sunday afternoon.
3 days ago
A-State Battles in 10-Innings, Falling 11-5
A-State returns Sunday afternoon at 1 p.m. to face Louisiana for game 3 of the series at Tomlinson Stadium-Slayton Family Field.
3 days ago
Craighead County Road Department Announces Road Closure
The Craighead County Road Department has announced the temporary closure of sections of County Road 928.
4 days ago
A-State Falls in 3-2 Pitcher’s Duel to Louisiana in Series Opener
The tone was set early as both starters faced the minimum in the opening three frames, Allen striking out the side in the top of the third.
4 days ago
Jonesboro Man Arrested for Felony Domestic Battery After Violating No-Contact Order
A Jonesboro man with a history of domestic violence is back behind bars after police said he gave a fake name to cover up assaulting the same victim a judge previously ordered him to stay away from.
5 days ago
Florida Man Accused of $60K Road Work Scam in Jonesboro
A Florida man is facing a felony theft charge after police said he pocketed $60,000 meant for a Jonesboro road project and vanished without starting the work.
5 days ago
Jonesboro Man Accused of Selling Fentanyl, Search Reveals Multiple Pills and Handgun
Jonesboro police arrested a man after they said they found evidence of him selling drugs, including fentanyl. He was also found to be in possession of a handgun.
5 days ago
Plans Move Forward for the New Highway 351 Connector in Jonesboro
The purpose of this project is to improve connectivity, pedestrian and bicyclist safety, and stormwater drainage.
5 days ago
Burn Ban Lifted in Craighead County
Due to recent rainfall, the ban is lifted effective Friday, April 24, 2026.
5 days ago
United Way of Northeast Arkansas Celebrates Record Impact at Annual Luncheon
2025 campaign supports nearly 58,000 people, raises $716,000 for regional programs
5 days ago
Jonesboro Media Group Reimagines Hiring with New “Media Advisor” Role Focused on Business Growth
Local company says today’s marketing demands strategy, accountability, and measurable results — not just ad sales
5 days ago
Peter Pan the Ballet coming to FOA in Jonesboro
The production tells the story of the boy who refuses to grow up as he whisks Wendy and her brothers away to Neverland.
5 days ago
Family Crisis Center Hosts Third Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Seminar
This year’s event echoed the national theme designated by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center: "25 Years Stronger: Looking Back, Moving Forward."
6 days ago
Jonesboro Unilever Facility Announces Job Cuts
Production and shift schedule changes are impacting 57 employees at the Jonesboro Unilever facility.
6 days ago
Valley View Senior Secures $125K in Educational Gifts to Pursue Aerospace Dreams
A Valley View senior is aiming to get involved in aerospace, and his educational journey may be a little easier thanks to a big financial boost.
6 days ago
3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Mid-South, Felt Across At Least Four States
Quake centered in Missouri Bootheel near Holcomb and Cooter; widespread reports felt across Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky and Missouri
6 days ago
Excellence Awards Recognizes Three for Contributions to A-State, Community
The three awards celebrate people on campus who make a real difference every day.
6 days ago
Level Up: Coin Goblin Gamers Lounge to Expand with Second Jonesboro Location
Coin Goblin Gamers Lounge is expanding its footprint in Jonesboro with a second location created for walk-in players.