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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.

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