News
1 year ago
City of Jonesboro, Salvation Army warming centers open

With frigid temperatures descending on Northeast Arkansas, the City of Jonesboro announced its warming centers, as well as the Salvation Army’s overnight shelter, are open.

Crime
1 year ago
UPDATE | Terminated JPD officer arrested, bonds out

UPDATE: Harris’s probable cause affidavit was released today, providing additional background on Arkansas State Police’s investigation of his apparent beating of a Craighead County Detention Center prisoner.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Arvest Bank partnering with Harlem Globetrotters to raise awareness about food insecurity

To help celebrate the 15th year of the Million Meals initiative, Arvest Bank is partnering with the Harlem Globetrotters when the team visits Jonesboro on Friday to raise awareness about food insecurity in the community.

News
1 year ago
Pets of the Week Jan. 21

Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available through area animal rescues and shelters, as well as opportunities to help homeless animals through foster programs, donations, and help with fundraisers and other family-friendly activities.

Arts & Culture
1 year ago
A-State Hosts MLK Activities

The theme for the 23rd annual celebration was “Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice & Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence.”

Education
1 year ago
Annual conference on soil and water returns to A-State

“The program is structured to facilitate bringing in speakers from other areas to provide insight into soil, water, and environmental concerns as a holistic concept,” Benson said. “The program has grown to include Industry and government sponsors who support the conservation work that the conference promotes.” 

Arts & Culture
1 year ago
BAM to host two companion exhibitions alongside DNSPE

The annual Delta National Small Prints Exhibition (DNSPE) will open at 5 p.m. on Jan. 23.

Wellness
1 year ago
NEA School of Massage breaks down how to spot illicit massage businesses

It’s crucial to understand the signs of illicit activity and how to protect yourself and others while supporting licensed massage therapists.

Education
1 year ago
New class of ADWLA holds first meeting of the year in Jonesboro

The 25 ladies who make up the new class of the Arkansas Delta Women’s Leadership Academy attended the first of six meetings on campus at Arkansas State University this week.  

Education
1 year ago
A-State biology professor named Graduate School dean

A biology professor who has served as an associate college dean and department chair will give new leadership to graduate education at Arkansas State University, effective March 1.