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Brookland Voters Consider Municipal Bond Restructuring at the Polls to Fund City Improvements
Brookland voters are considering whether to refund and refinance the city's existing municipal bonds, and the city's mayor is explaining how the bonds work and how they will be repaid.
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Man Held on $200K Bond Accused of Fleeing Jonesboro Traffic Stop, Fighting K-9
A man is being held on a $200,000 cash/surety bond after police said he fled a traffic stop, fought a Jonesboro K-9, and was found to have meth on him.
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A-State Joins Higher Education Emergency Mutual Aid Agreement
The agreement allows member institutions to share resources before, during and after emergencies or special events.
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Jonesboro Man Accused of Vehicle Theft, Multiple Break-ins at St. Bernard’s Hospital
A Jonesboro man is behind bars after police said he stole a vehicle and broke into several others at the St. Bernard's hospital parking garage.
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Sun Belt Conference Cross Country Championships on Docket for A-State
The Red Wolves seek their first women’s conference championship since 2023 and the first men’s title since 2022.
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NEA Children’s Museum Planning Color Run in Jonesboro to Benefit Museum
The upcoming NEA Children's Museum is hosting a color run later in November to promote community engagement and the museum itself.
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Proposed Jonesboro Public Safety Sales Tax Debated at Kiwanis Club Meeting
Panelists on both sides of the debate regarding a public safety sales tax on the general election ballot debated at the Kiwanis Club of Greater Jonesboro meeting on Wednesday.
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Former Harrisburg Police Chief and Son Plead Guilty to Misdemeanors in 2025 Impersonation Case
A former Harrisburg police chief and his son pled guilty to misdemeanor charges on Tuesday in regard to a 2025 impersonation case.
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Halloween Art Bash, Trunk-or-Treat Takes Over Windgate Hall on Oct. 30
A frightfully fun night, full of art and activities, it will also allow the community to experience this new space on campus.
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Trial Date Set for Jonesboro Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Juvenile
Court dates have been set for a Jonesboro man facing a felony charge after police said he sexually assaulted a juvenile.
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UPDATE | Victim Injured in Gladiolus Drive Shooting Identified
The Jonesboro Police Department (JPD) is investigating a Wednesday night shooting that left a man injured.
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Jonesboro Woman Arrested Following Weekend Stabbing on Belt Street
A Jonesboro woman is facing a felony charge after police said she stabbed another woman in the chest during a fight over the weekend.
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A-State Track and Field Announces 2026-27 Schedule
The schedule features 22 regular-season meets including the Red Wolves Invitational on April 23-24.
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THE EXPERT | Decoding Life Insurance for Your Family’s Future
David McClain offers a breakdown on the different types of life insurance to make sure your family is protected.
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City Water and Light to Flush Water System During First Week of November
City Water and Light (CWL) will be conducting overnight water line flushing across several Jonesboro neighborhoods starting Nov. 1.
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A-State Meat Lab Dedicated After Receiving $750K Grant to Fund New Equipment, Upgrades
Officials gathered Wednesday morning to dedicate Arkansas State University's meat lab after it received a $750,000 grant to fund new equipment.
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UPDATE | Charges Dropped Against Jonesboro Man in 2025 Sexual Assault Case
All charges have been dismissed against a Jonesboro man who was accused of sexually assaulting a minor after prosecutors were unable to locate the victim.
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Arkansas State Baseball Announces 2027 Season Schedule
Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced the release of the 2027 baseball schedule, including a pair of in-season tournaments and 22 home games.
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New Chipotle Location in Jonesboro Opening on Election Day
Chipotle is currently looking to fill approximately 30 crew positions for the new location.
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Downtown Jonesboro Roads to Close for JPD’s Trunk or Treat Block Party
Roads in downtown Jonesboro will be closed beginning Wednesday afternoon for the Jonesboro Police Department's Trunk or Treat Block Party.