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Jody Barker

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

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Traffic
3 weeks ago
Accident Shuts Down U.S. 49B in Brookland; Helicopter Requested

A motor vehicle accident has completely closed U.S. 49B at the north end of Brookland this evening.

News
3 weeks ago
AGFC to Open Bids for Jonesboro Field Office Rebuild Following Late-Night Fire

Over one year after a late-night fire destroyed the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s (AGFC) field office in Jonesboro, the agency is ready to start rebuilding.

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Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Former A-State Football Player Sentenced to Two Consecutive Life Terms in Murder of Pregnant Girlfriend

The sentence was handed down in a Nashville courtroom following Taylor’s July conviction on charges including first-degree murder and felony murder.

Traffic
3 weeks ago
Portion of Main Street to be Closed for ‘Paint the Town Red’ Block Party

Drivers traveling through downtown Jonesboro this Friday should prepare for detours, as part of Main Street will be closed for the upcoming “Paint the Town Red” block party.

News
4 weeks ago
Body of Adult Who Tried to Help Child at Crowley’s Ridge State Park Recovered

A multi-agency search for a missing swimmer at Crowley’s Ridge State Park ended Tuesday afternoon when authorities recovered the body of an adult who disappeared after helping a struggling child to safety.

Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Paragould Man Accused of Fatally Shooting Roommate, Held on $1M Bond

A fatal weekend shooting in Paragould has left one man dead and his roommate facing a first-degree murder charge.

News
4 weeks ago
City of Jonesboro Trash Pickup Schedule to be Adjusted for Labor Day

The city said regular office hours will resume the following day, Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Human Remains Found in Trumann Identified as Rebecca Lucille Montgomery

Trumann Police Chief Doug Thomas emphasized that the case is still active and under investigation.

Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Report: Labor Day Ranks as Second Deadliest Holiday on U.S. Roads

The report shows that over the past five years, 2,567 lives have been lost on U.S. roads during the Labor Day weekend.

News
4 weeks ago
More Than a Game: How Valley View eSports is Redefining Middle and High School Athletics

Students in the Valley View School District are making sure the phrase ‘it’s just a game’ is left at the door by treating competitive eSports with the exact same dedication as traditional athletics.