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4 weeks ago
Ballot Disputes and Public Trust Take Center Stage in Arkansas Secretary of State Debate
The debate, which featured Dr. Michael Pakko (L), Kelly Grappe (D), and state Sen. Kim Hammer (R), was hosted by the Arkansas Press Association.
4 weeks ago
University of Arkansas Celebrates Jonesboro Spring 2026 Graduates
The University of Arkansas honored its most recent graduating class with a series of spring commencement ceremonies at Bud Walton Arena and Barnhill Arena.
4 weeks ago
Jonesboro Man Held on $1 Million Bond for Raping Child Multiple Times, Faces Life in Prison
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $1 million bond after police said he raped a child on multiple occasions.
4 weeks ago
Jonesboro, Northeast Arkansas Facing Heat Alerts, High Heat Indices
Jonesboro and most of Northeast Arkansas are facing several heat alerts this week, as the National Weather Service predicts high heat indices.
4 weeks ago
Jonesboro Pets of the Week: Darryl & Toulouse
This week’s featured pets are Darryl, an energetic and friendly hound, and Toulouse, an easygoing and playful cat.
4 weeks ago
Car Hits Pole and Knocks Out Power for Craighead County Residents
Entergy reported a power outage Monday morning after a car hit a pole southeast of CR 638 in Craighead County.
1 month ago
Internal Emails: Sanders Administration Knew Jonesboro Manufacturer Was Legal Before Public Accusation
Newspaper reports internal emails indicate officials concluded Risever Machinery was "in compliance" before Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders publicly criticized the company.