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Crime & Safety
16 hours ago
Trial Date Set for Jonesboro Man in School Bus Threat Case

Court dates have been set for a Jonesboro man accused of threatening a school bus driver with a weapon in September.

Crime & Safety
17 hours ago
Craighead County Quorum Court Approves Sheriff’s Office Step Pay Program, Inmate Fee Increases

The Craighead County Quorum Court on Monday night approved a pay increase program for certified sheriff’s office deputies, as well as increases to the adult and juvenile inmate fees.

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Elections
18 hours ago
9,000+ Ballots Cast in Craighead County Early Voting

JRN is keeping you updated on the latest voter numbers during the early voting period for the 2026 general election.

Arts & Entertainment
19 hours ago
Foundation of Arts Celebrates 40 Years with Awards, New Mural, and Brand Reveal

Reaching the 40-year milestone, Executive Director Lynette Hirsch noted, is about honoring those who built the FOA’s foundation while looking forward with anticipation.

Food
1 day ago
Area Domino’s Stores Present Over $5K Check to Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas

Domino’s franchisee-owned stores throughout Northeast Arkansas presented a check to the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas following a one-day fundraising event.

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Trial Date Set for Former DHS Worker Facing 40+ Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

Dates have been set for the court proceedings of Gregory Curtis Daffron, a former Craighead County family service worker who is facing 44 counts of possessing or using child sexual abuse material.

Food
2 days ago
Walk On’s Sports Bistreaux Celebrates Grand Opening of Jonesboro Restaurant

“Every single day, we strive to achieve excellence when it comes to hospitality, service, great cuisine and drinks behind the bar,” said Walk On’s head of operations Chris Williams in the ceremony.

Business
2 days ago
Acme Brick Company to Halt Manufacturing at Jonesboro Plant by End of 2026

Gary Grant, director of human resources for Acme Brick Company, confirmed the decision to JRN, saying 27 employees will be affected.

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