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Arvest Bank’s Million Meals Campaign Raises Over $13K for Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas
Since it began in 2011, the Million Meals initiative has raised more than $5.7 million and provided over 31 million meals in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas and Missouri.
This Saturday: America 250 Freedom Fest Set to Light Up A-State Campus
Largest Fourth of July celebration in Northeast Arkansas features car show, cornhole tournament, Delta Symphony Orchestra and the biggest Freedom Fest fireworks spectacular ever produced
Traffic Backs Up as Crowds Pack Judd Hill Farmers Market
Long lines of traffic and overflowing parking lots greeted shoppers seeking fresh produce, flowers, meats and handmade goods
CWL to Begin Flushing Its Water Systems in Jonesboro City Limits
City Water and Light of Jonesboro will begin flushing its systems on Sunday.
Arkansas State Volleyball Unveils Schedule for 2026 Campaign
With a historic 2025 campaign in the rearview, Arkansas State volleyball head coach Brian Gerwig unveiled the 2026 schedule.
Jonesboro A&P Updates: Cashless Sportsplex, Naming Rights, and Tax Cash Flows
The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion (A&P) Commission on Thursday heard various updates regarding the upcoming Jonesboro sports complex, as well as updates on its cash position.
Man Accused of Pointing Gun at Jonesboro Homeowner During Confrontation
A man is behind bars after police said he pointed a gun at a Jonesboro homeowner during a confrontation earlier this week.
Less Than One Week Left to Apply for Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council in Jonesboro
One week remains for those wanting to submit their applications for the Mayor's Youth Advancement Council
AGFC: Register to Participate in an Urban Archery Deer Hunt this Fall
Deer hunters wishing to help manage deer herds in certain urban areas and help feed fellow Arkansans can learn how to register for one of nine urban archery hunts taking place this fall.
Attorney General Griffin Announces Five Medicaid Fraud Arrests, Two from Jonesboro
The cases are being prosecuted by Health Care Fraud Strike Force teams, 56 U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, and 45 State Attorneys General’s Offices nationwide.
6 days ago in Sports
Last-place Mets fire manager Carlos Mendoza. Owner Steve Cohen says ‘fans deserve better’
From the front office to the field, just about everything has gone wrong for the New York Mets over the past year. And on Friday, manager Carlos Mendoza took the fall.
6 days ago in National
Utah restricts fireworks, declares state of emergency as largest US wildfire grows
Utah restricted fireworks and declared a state of emergency Friday ahead of July Fourth celebrations as the United States' largest wildfire mushroomed in size.
Jonesboro Man Arrested, Accused of $10K+ Check Fraud Scheme
Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he deposited multiple checks totaling over $10,000 into his account for his online gambling habits.
Jonesboro Massage Parlor Owner Gets $150K Bond Following Thursday Raid
The owner of a Jonesboro massage parlor was given a $150,000 cash/surety bond Friday following her arrest that resulted from an investigation into allegations of prostitution.
United Way of NEA Announces Over $425K in Funding for Various Nonprofits in 2027 Funding Cycle
Nonprofits in Northeast Arkansas will have increased support next year, as the United Way of Northeast Arkansas unveiled its recipients for its 2027 funding cycle.
THE SPOTLIGHT | Jonesboro Woman Provides Sensory-Friendly Haircuts for Special Needs Kids
A Jonesboro woman is working to make haircuts more comfortable for kids with autism, one appointment at a time.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100
The 2000 Year Old Man is turning 100. Mel Brooks on Sunday will celebrate his centennial birthday. The comedian and filmmaker has been awaiting the milestone. Earlier this year, Judd Apatow titled his retrospective documentary on him: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"
6 days ago in Sports, Trending
Serena Williams draws 20-year-old Maya Joint in first Wimbledon singles match in 4 years
Serena Williams will face an opponent less than half her age when she plays 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round at Wimbledon for her first singles match in nearly four years.
6 days ago in World
Neighbors dig through Venezuela rubble to search for loved ones as death toll climbs
In cities across northern Venezuela, neighbors helped each other dig through rubble to search for loved ones, after back-to-back earthquakes killed at least 589 people and left thousands injured.
Craighead Nursing Center to Host Open House for Newly Renovated Wing
The Craighead Nursing Center will be unveiling its recently renovated skilled nursing wing in early July with an open house.
