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6 hours ago
Jonesboro Police investigate fatal train accident
Police say a train struck a pedestrian near Ellis Lane and Prospect Road
7 hours ago
A-State Baseball Sweeps Stony Brook
Three home runs in the seventh led to a 12-5 eight-inning win
15 hours ago
A-State Women Falter in Huntington Against Marshall
Arkansas State was unable to rally late on the road at Marshall Saturday afternoon, falling 54-62
15 hours ago
A-State Men Fall Against South Alabama
Red Wolves battled into overtime against South Alabama for the second time this season before falling in a 92-88 decision
16 hours ago
A-State museum celebrates Black History Month’s origins
Dr. Gary Edwards will speak on the racial climate of the era and how African American communities in Arkansas reacted to the call to celebrate.
2 days ago
KASU to feature photography exhibit for Black History Month
Attendees can view photos, including Little Rock Central High School, the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, AL, and other heritage locations.
2 days ago
Annual Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon raises over $540,000 in Northeast Arkansas
The Wish-A-Thon is hosted by Jonesboro Media Group, KAIT, and Make-A-Wish Mid-South. The exact total for this year's event is $544,198.84 and counting.
2 days ago
University of Arkansas Dean’s List includes Jonesboro students
The University of Arkansas announced students who earned a spot on the Dean's List for the Fall 2025 semester.
2 days ago
A-State graduate finalist in intercollegiate broadcast competition
When Makenzie “Kenzi” Cutler was considering how to approach her semester class project, a documentary, she began thinking beyond the classroom and set her sights on the Amazon jungle.
3 days ago
Cybersecurity tips to protect against scams from Jonesboro banks
Jonesboro banks are warning against various scams as scam tactics evolve.
3 days ago
Multiple workshops planned in February at Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has several events planned for all ages during February.
3 days ago
Plan Jonesboro open house gathers feedback
The open house was an informal, drop-in discussion where residents could chat and share their thoughts on what they enjoy about Jonesboro, and how the city could improve.
3 days ago
Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon roadblocks open in Northeast Arkansas
The 28th annual Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon is finally here, and communities in Craighead County have the opportunity to grant wishes through donations during this once-a-year event.
3 days ago
Craighead County Libraries releases 2025 Year in Review
Throughout 2025, the library system welcomed new visitors while continuing to serve loyal patrons who rely on library resources, programs, and services.
3 days ago
National Guardsman gifted new car in Brookland
Michael Whatley, a sergeant in the Arkansas Army National Guard, was gifted a refurbished vehicle on Wednesday.
3 days ago
Lake City Fire Department kicks off Firefighter 1 training program
The Craighead County Firefighter 1 program began Feb. 7, with more than 30 students from departments across the region attending.
4 days ago
Jonesboro crime numbers down as population increases
Despite Jonesboro's population continuing to grow, overall crime over the past 10 years has decreased, Jonesboro Police Department Chief Rick Elliott said.
4 days ago
Jonesboro 10-year-old sells artwork for Make-A-Wish
Kohl Beeson, who is 10 years old, said he has been painting since he was in kindergarten.
4 days ago
A-State drops road contest at Georgia Southern
Statesboro, GA – Contributed – Arkansas State fell on the road at Georgia Southern, 60-69 Wednesday afternoon at Hill Convention Center. Crislyn…
4 days ago
Caraway food distribution date set
The rescheduled date for the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas's USDA food distribution in Caraway has been set.
