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Food
4 hours ago
Kiwanis Pancake Day scheduled for March 7 in Jonesboro

Kiwanis Pancake Day has long been a popular and successful civic club fundraiser in Northeast Arkansas. In 2025, the club sold more than 2,000 tickets.

Education
23 hours ago
A-State student secures Harvard University PPIA Fellowship 

An Arkansas State University student with aspirations for a career in public service will spend his summer at Harvard University, gaining experience to support his future goals.

Food
1 day ago
Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas using ‘Vivery’ system to streamline food access

One of the most beneficial aspects of the program is immediate communication as it puts real-time resources in the hands of those in need.

rendering of the a-state college of veterinary medicine
Education
1 day ago
ASU System Board of Trustees hears update on A-State College of Veterinary Medicine

A-State’s upcoming College of Veterinary Medicine remains on track for a fall opening with accreditation and facility construction proceeding as expected, A-State Chancellor Todd Shields told board members.

Janet and Starla Pets of the week
Lifestyle
1 day ago
Pets of the Week – Feb. 16

JRN has partnered with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society to feature “Pets of the Week.”

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Arts & Culture
1 day ago
Several club meetings scheduled at Jonesboro library

Several clubs are scheduled to meet at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library during February.

the 2025 Alphas and A.T.L.A.S. 5K
Sports & Outdoors
1 day ago
Alphas & A.T.L.A.S. 5K Run & Walk for Autism to be held April 11 in Jonesboro

The 5K aims to raise awareness for autism during Autism Acceptance Month.

Jonesboro Police investigate fatal train accident
News
2 days ago
Jonesboro Police investigate fatal train accident

Police say a train struck a pedestrian near Ellis Lane and Prospect Road

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