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2 weeks ago
Man held on $250K bond accused of raping underage victim in Jonesboro
Roger "Dylan" Shoemaker is being charged with rape of a person less than 14 years old.
2 weeks ago
JET trollies to offer rides through Christmas at the Park
Jonesboro Economical Transit (JET) buses will be offering rides on Dec. 20.
2 weeks ago
First Church of Jonesboro purchases building on Caraway Road
Haag Brown Commercial announced the sale which closed on Dec. 1.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro City Council approves 2026 operating budget
The Jonesboro City Council approved the 2026 operating budget Tuesday night.
2 weeks ago
OPINION: Diet, activity, sleep, and mental wellness – Sleep, it’s a thing. Don’t ignore it.
This is the third in a four-part series on diet, activity, sleep, and mental wellness.
2 weeks ago
Potential purchase of former Citizens Bank land ‘essentially’ killed by Jonesboro city council
The resolution to purchase three lots of land, including property where the former Citizens Bank building once stood, was sent back to the Finance and Administration Council Committee.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Animal Services collecting dog food donations for community
The collection is part of the nationwide Operation Santa Paws which runs from Dec. 1 to 24.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro Library hosts legal aid record sealing clinic
Registration is required to participate in this legal aid clinic.
2 weeks ago
A-State stands second in Bubas Cup Race through fall semester
The Sun Belt Conference announced Monday updated standings for the 2025-26 Vic Bubas Cup, the league’s all-sports award.
2 weeks ago
Pets of the Week – Dec. 15
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.”
2 weeks ago
Arkansas State Police investigating accidental shooting in Jonesboro
Arkansas State Police are investigating an accidental shooting that occurred in Jonesboro.
2 weeks ago
Fisher Street Community in Action preparing for Christmas toy giveaway
Donations for the giveaway are being accepted up until Dec. 18.
2 weeks ago
Who is the “The Dancing Man” of Jonesboro?
Ozzy Neil Rose has become known for his exuberant dancing down Jonesboro roadways.
3 weeks ago
New shelters to be installed at JET bus stops across Jonesboro
Work will begin soon on 45 new bus shelters.
3 weeks ago
Crawford: Farm Aid Helps, But Long-Term Fixes Needed
Congressman Rick Crawford cautioned this week that the funding is only a partial solution to deeper challenges in the agricultural economy
3 weeks ago
A-State Falls in Final Minute at Rice
A-State held the lead with one minute remaining at Rice but a late burst of offense from the opposition resulted in a 77-76 defeat
3 weeks ago
Wreaths Across America Honors Veterans at Pine Log Cemetery
Veterans were remembered, honored and their legacies preserved Saturday during the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony
3 weeks ago
A-State Celebrates 2,335 Graduates
Arkansas State University welcomed a new class of alumni on Saturday during the Fall Commencement exercises
3 weeks ago
Central donates big wish contribution
The dealership made a $45,000 contribution to Make A Wish at the Christmas at the Park attraction Friday night
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro felon arrested after drugs and firearms found in search following violent dispute
Tobias Jerrell Williams is being held on multiple charges with a $250,000 cash/surety bond.
