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Crime & Safety
20 hours 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.

Local Spotlight
1 day 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.

Senior Living
1 day 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.

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Opinion & Editorial
2 days 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.”

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Crime & Safety
2 days 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.

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Sports
2 days 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.

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Crime & Safety
2 days 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

Vehicle Erupts in Flames Following Crash
News
2 days ago
Vehicle Erupts in Flames Following Crash

Apparent FedEx delivery van catches fire after colliding with another vehicle

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