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3 weeks ago

Second annual Story of Hope Brunch benefiting Hope Found of NEA scheduled in Jonesboro

The Jonesboro community is invited to have brunch for a good cause in April at the 2nd Annual Story of Hope Brunch.

3 weeks ago

Committee unanimously forwards public transportation resolutions to Jonesboro city council

The Jonesboro city council is set to consider several resolutions regarding its public transit service, GOJO, after the Finance and Administration Council Committee unanimously approved them Tuesday.

3 weeks ago

Resolution to lease space for E911 administrative staff forwarded to full Jonesboro city council

A resolution to lease space in downtown Jonesboro to house E911 administrative staff was unanimously forwarded to the full city council.

3 weeks ago

NEA Divine Intervention to host 3rd Annual Kickball Tournament

NEA Divine Intervention is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those dealing with substance abuse or mental health issues.

3 weeks ago

Plan Jonesboro public input meetings scheduled for March

Community members wanting to give input on the future of the City of Jonesboro can do so at the two Plan Jonesboro meetings scheduled for March.

3 weeks ago

Arkansas Secretary of State runoff election set for late-March

Early voting for the Arkansas Secretary of State runoff is set to begin soon.

3 weeks ago

Arkansas Court of Appeals: Jonesboro police officer immune beyond $50K in 2017 crash lawsuit

The lawsuit had sought more than $10 million in damages

3 weeks ago

Arkansas Roots Music Festival happening in April in Dyess

The 11th Arkansas Roots Music Festival is set for April and will honor the musical roots of Sister Rosetta Tharpe.

3 weeks ago

Education events planned in March at the Jonesboro library

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has several education events planned in March.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro gaming lounge to host fundraiser for Zachary’s Sensory Gym

Finding an environment where special needs children can play without feeling overwhelmed can sometimes be a challenge.

3 weeks ago

A-State surge in ninth leads to win over Little Rock

A-State erupted with nine runs in the top of the ninth inning to secure the win Tuesday afternoon

3 weeks ago

Committee forwards resolution regarding former Citizens Bank land to full council

A resolution was put before the Finance and Administration Council Committee to resolve a lien involving property where the former Citizens Bank building once stood.

3 weeks ago

A-State establishes ALLIANCE Lab for dyslexia research and literacy innovation 

The lab, led by Arianne Pait, director of clinical services in communication disorders, represents the evolution of a two-decade commitment to serving struggling readers in Northeast Arkansas.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro library wins two awards for “Your Library, Your Story” campaign 

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library received both a Silver ADDY Award and a Judges' Choice Award during the American Advertising Awards.

3 weeks ago

The B-12 Store opens inside Soul Shine Studios in Jonesboro

A new chapter in local wellness begins as The B-12 Store officially opens its doors inside Soul Shine Studios on Monday, March 16.

3 weeks ago

Buyers of former Lazzari’s property confirmed, building to be demolished this month

The building that served the community for three decades is scheduled for demolition as early as this month.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Unlimited recognized with 4 2026 American Advertising Awards

Jonesboro Unlimited (JU) was recognized with four top honors at the 2026 American Advertising Awards Gala for their Always Jonesboro initiative’s talent attraction campaign video.

3 weeks ago

Porchlight Film Festival coming to downtown Jonesboro in April

"There's really nothing like experiencing a film in a theater with people," said festival director Lorenzo Balderas. "Having that intimacy of sharing and watching something, I think, is just a really cool experience."

3 weeks ago

Accident in Craighead County blocks road

An accident in Craighead County has blocked a road.

3 weeks ago

‘A-State in a Day’ aims to help students transfer from two-year campuses 

Students attending community colleges across the region who are looking to continue their education at a four-year university are currently evaluating their options. 

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