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Jody Barker

Jody Barker is the Editor-in-Chief of Jonesboro Right Now. Email him at jbarker@jonesbororightnow.com.

News
2 weeks ago
Arkansas Unemployment Drops to 3.9% in August as Employment Hits Record High

Over the past year, Arkansas has added 22,140 employed residents compared to August 2025.

Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Trial Dates Set for Suspect in Trumann Murder Case

The suspect in the murder of a woman in Trumann whose remains were discovered last month is slated to return to court in October.

Local Spotlight
2 weeks ago
THE SPOTLIGHT | How a Nettleton Teacher Took Her Cause to Mrs. America

For Ashton Haywood, a middle school pact to attend Arkansas State University didn’t just lead to a college degree–it sparked a commitment to Northeast Arkansas, propelling the Nettleton educator all the way to the Mrs. America stage to fight for her students.

News
2 weeks ago
Gas Prices Top $4 a Gallon in Craighead County, Diesel Over $6

Prices at the pump are steadily climbing across much of Arkansas including Craighead County, mirroring a nationwide jump driven by high crude oil costs and international volatility.

News
2 weeks ago
“Come Just as You Are”: David and Ashley Eckstein Bring Message of Resilience to Northeast Arkansas

It was a mixture of Major League Baseball history and local community support Monday night as 2006 World Series MVP David Eckstein and author/entrepreneur Ashley Eckstein visited Jonesboro.

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Traffic
2 weeks ago
Accident Blocks Northbound Lanes on U.S. 49

A traffic accident is causing delays on U.S. 49 in Craighead County.

News
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro Zoning Board Approves Variances for New Chick-Fil-A Restaurant Construction

On Tuesday, the Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments approved three variances to pave the way for a new Chick-fil-A restaurant at 3504 Southern Creek Lane.

Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Persons of Interest Being Sought After Gunfire Destroys Four Jonesboro Flock Cameras

The Jonesboro Police Department (JPD) has identified persons of interest and plans to file charges after four of the city’s Flock safety cameras were destroyed by gunfire last weekend.

Education
3 weeks ago
Craighead County Educators Selected for Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship

In exchange for their participation and sharing their experiences as merit pay recipients, the teachers will receive ongoing training, support, and a $1,500 stipend.

News
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro September Clean-Up Scheduled for Sept. 12

Another month, another opportunity for Jonesboro residents to clear out their clutter as the next Neighborhood Clean-Up is this weekend.