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5 days ago
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
5 days ago
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.
6 days ago
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
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.
6 days ago
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.
6 days ago
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.
6 days ago
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
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.
1 week ago
Letter to the Editor: A Lack of Safety Planning in North Jonesboro
"City and county governments should serve all residents of Jonesboro and Craighead County equally."
1 week ago
Jonesboro Massage Parlor Raided, Owner Faces Prostitution Charge
A multiagency raid on a local massage parlor resulted in the arrest of its owner following an investigation into allegations of sexual assault and prostitution, according to the Jonesboro Police Department.
1 week ago
Final Beam Installed, New Name Revealed for Jonesboro Sports Complex
The structure of Jonesboro's upcoming sports complex was completed Thursday in a topping out ceremony, and the facility's new name was revealed.
1 week ago
Paragould Towing Owner Faces Over 140 Charges in Alleged Repossession Scheme
A Paragould woman is behind bars and faces 147 charges after police said she orchestrated a widespread fraud scheme involving nearly 90 incidents of falsified business records and the illegal sale of vehicles
1 week ago
Vehicle Erupts in Flames Following Crash
Apparent FedEx delivery van catches fire after colliding with another vehicle
1 week ago
A-State, Jonesboro Community Honor Todd Shields as he Assumes Role of ASU System President
"I feel like the best is yet to come. I'm not leaving, I'm literally moving positions and I'll still be coming back and helping," Shields said.
1 week ago
Protecting More Than Roofs: Hidden Summer Roof Problems Costing Northeast Arkansas Homeowners Money
With summer temperatures and humidity soaring across Northeast Arkansas, the team at Roof Raiders is noticing the same four quiet warning signs popping up in neighborhoods.
1 week ago
Wynne Man Faces Felony Theft Charge in Jonesboro Rental Car Dispute
A Wynne man is facing a felony theft charge after police said he failed to return a rental vehicle in Jonesboro despite multiple warnings.
1 week ago
Man Accused of Strangling Girlfriend in Jonesboro Domestic Disturbance, Held on $100K Bond
A man is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after police said he punched and strangled his girlfriend during a domestic disturbance in Jonesboro.
1 week ago
GOJO Services to be Affected by Independence Day Holiday
GOJO, the City of Jonesboro's public transit service, will have its services affected by the upcoming Independence Day holiday.
1 week ago
Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas Seeks Volunteers for Greene County Corn Harvest
The harvested corn will be distributed through the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas’ network of partner agencies to hungry families and individuals in this area.
1 week ago
Jonesboro Turn Lane to be Temporarily Closed for Work
A turning lane on a Jonesboro road will be temporarily closed for road work.
