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4 hours ago
Happy Birthday, Jonesboro Right Now!
Today, JRN has published over 5,700 articles, covering everything from critical crime and safety reports in Craighead County to high school sports scores and local business openings.
15 hours ago
Lake City Grandfather Faces Felony Charges After Child Hospitalized for Meth Exposure and Burns
A Lake City man is being held on a $750,000 cash/surety bond after a judge found probable cause to charge him with exposing his grandchild to meth.
16 hours ago
$500K Bond for Jonesboro Man Accused of Uploading Child Sexual Abuse Material Online
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $500,000 cash/surety bond after police said they found multiple instances of child sexual abuse material uploaded online.
19 hours ago
Jonesboro Library Hosting Events for All Ages April 17
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has events scheduled for all ages on April 17.
21 hours ago
Arkansas Beef Council Launches 2026 Arkansas’s Best Burger Contest
Fans may submit one nomination per day per email address through April 30 at 11:59 p.m., giving burger lovers across the state the chance to rally behind their go‑to local spots.
22 hours ago
A-State Announces New John A. Bobango / Pi Kappa Alpha Endowed Scholarship
“I have always believed in cultivating leaders who uphold integrity, character and service,” Bobango said. “Supporting students at Arkansas State is a meaningful way to help strengthen those values in future generations.”
1 day ago
Family Crisis Center Announces April Events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
The Family Crisis Center, Inc., invites the community to participate in several impactful events throughout April.
1 day ago
1,067 Craighead votes cast in one-race runoff election
Senator Kim Hammer leading Bryan Norris for Secretary of State statewide Tuesday night
1 day ago
Red Wolves Battle in 11-9 Loss at Memphis
A-State mounted a valiant multi-inning comeback highlighted by six home runs
2 days ago
A-State’s Martinez Earns Sun Belt Player of the Week on Three-Home Run Weekend
The Sun Belt Conference announced Tuesday that Arkansas State’s freshman catcher/infielder Derek Martinez was named Sun Belt Week 7 Conference Player of the Week.
2 days ago
Brunch Edition of Culinary Crawl Set for April in Downtown Jonesboro
The Downtown Jonesboro Alliance's Culinary Crawl is returning in April, but this time with a brunch twist.
2 days ago
Events scheduled in April at Jonesboro library
Several events are scheduled at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library in April.
2 days ago
Design Week for Plan Jonesboro Begins
"What we hear from the community this week is critical to building out the plan in this next year."
2 days ago
Runoff Election Day for Secretary of State in Craighead County
The election is between state Sen. Kim Hammer (R-Benton) and Bryan Norris. Polling places will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
2 days ago
Arkansas State Women’s Basketball Advance to WNIT Fab 4
Rogers Scores Career-High 20 points in 71-53 Win over Cleveland State
3 days ago
KLEK 102.5 FM and Glory 104.3 FM to Host Community Bible Giveaway in Jonesboro for Easter
Community members are invited to stop by and receive a free Bible for themselves, their families, or someone in need.
3 days ago
Pets of the Week // March 30
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.”
3 days ago
NYITCOM at A-State Announces 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
Jonesboro medical school will host dinner event on May 21.
3 days ago
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Host Special Evening Meeting on Tuesday
This meeting aims to update current and prospective club members who cannot make the usual morning meeting time.
3 days ago
NEA CAC Raises Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month in Craighead County and Beyond
Throughout April, the Northeast Arkansas Children’s Advocacy Center will lead awareness efforts, educational outreach, and community engagement initiatives to keep children safe.
