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Food
2 minutes ago
Margaret’s in Downtown Jonesboro to Close

Margaret’s From Scratch Kitchen, located in downtown Jonesboro, will be closing, its owner announced Friday.

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Summer Fun Guide
1 day ago
Where to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in Northeast Arkansas

JRN has compiled a list of Independence Day and 250th birthday bash events across Northeast Arkansas.

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Community
1 day ago
St. Bernards Hosts Healthy Aging Event in Jonesboro

The “Healthy Aging Day” event is scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2026, and will offer a variety of free health resources and screenings to equip individuals to age well.

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Bay Man Convicted on All Counts in Juvenile Rape Case, Receives Life in Prison

A Craighead County jury found Justin Totty guilty and sentenced him to a total of two life sentences plus an additional 108 years.

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Summer Fun Guide
2 days ago
Flyover, Slow Roll Scheduled in Jonesboro as Part of America 250 Festivities

“I think it’s gonna get people out to celebrate with their friends and neighbors and families. And it’s a celebration of our independence.”

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Jonesboro Woman Faces Felony Charges for Role in Fraudulent Check Scheme

A Jonesboro woman is behind bars after police said she took part in a scheme that fraudulently negotiated over $4,000 in stolen checks.

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Business
2 days ago
Ritter Communications and Great Plains Communications Combine to Form Rightfiber

The combination brings together two telecommunications providers with over 100 years of history each.

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Arts & Entertainment
2 days ago
Amanda Cook Band to Perform at KASU’s Bluegrass Monday 

With her six-piece band, Cook blends traditional and modern bluegrass styles into a sound that appeals across generations.

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