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Crime & Safety
19 hours ago
Trial Date Set for Paragould Man Accused of Fatally Shooting Roommate

Court proceedings have been scheduled for the Paragould man accused of fatally shooting his roommate back in September.

Outdoors
20 hours ago
Shade Trees on Playgrounds Program Prepares for 25th Anniversary with New Application Timeline

The program will shift its traditional application period and planting ceremonies from fall to spring.

Crime & Safety
21 hours ago
Three Suspects Receive Suspended Sentences on Reduced Charges in A-State Golf Cart Theft

Caleb Deshaun Quinn, Robert Deshaun Selvy, and Taris Durell Randolph were originally facing Class D felony theft charges after a golf cart valued at $4,750 was stolen from the A-State Baseball Stadium parking lot on Sept. 14.

Community
22 hours ago
Inclusive Playground at University Heights Lions Club Park Celebrated in Ribbon-Cutting

“We want to make it inclusive where everybody has access regardless of their ability or disability,” Parks and Recreation director Jim Stearns told JRN.

Giving Guide
23 hours ago
Salvation Army of Jonesboro’s Annual Red Kettle Campaign Begins Friday

The sounds of ringing bells will soon echo across Northeast Arkansas as the Salvation Army of Jonesboro prepares to kick off its annual Red Kettle Campaign.

Outdoors
1 day ago
Permit-Based Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities Expanded, Applications Begin Nov. 12

This year, the AGFC expanded permit-based waterfowl hunting opportunities to a few new locations to increase the quality of hunts for those who draw.

News
2 days ago
Veterans Day 2026: Deals, Free Meals, and What’s Closed in Jonesboro

In honor of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, several national chains with locations across Jonesboro are offering free meals and discounts to say “thank you” to those who have served.

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
UPDATE | Rape Charge Dropped Against Jonesboro Man, Prosecutors Cite Unavailable Victim

Gerren Ray James, who was 41 at the time of his arrest in March 2025, was originally taken into custody after police received a report that a child was touched and assaulted.

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