News
9 months ago
Downtown Jonesboro roads to be closed Thursday, Friday

Roads in downtown Jonesboro will be closed Thursday and Friday due to an upcoming event and maintenance. 

Education
9 months ago
A-State student researchers earn conference awards

Students and faculty associated with the Department of Biological Sciences at Arkansas State University recorded several achievements at the annual meeting of the Southwestern Association of Parasitologists.

Sports & Outdoors
9 months ago
A-State men’s basketball signs Royal Smith

Arkansas State men’s basketball head coach Ryan Pannone announced Wednesday the signing of high school standout Royal Smith to the 2025-26 roster.

Education
9 months ago
A-State College of Business recognizes top graduating students

The most outstanding 2024-25 graduates of the Neil Griffin College of Business at Arkansas State University were recognized during Convocation of Scholars

Arts & Culture
9 months ago
Arvest Foundation awards $5K grant to support FOA

The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $5,000 grant to The Foundation of the Arts in Jonesboro.

Participants in the 2023 Juneteenth parade.
Arts & Culture
9 months ago
KLEK to celebrate Juneteenth in Jonesboro

KLEK 102.5 FM is planning its eighth annual Juneteenth celebration, which will feature a community fair, parade, fireworks display and more.

Crime
9 months ago
Jonesboro traffic stop leads to drug arrest, $500K bond

A routine traffic stop near the intersection of East Nettleton Avenue and Stevens Street led to felony drug charges and a $500,000 bond for a Jonesboro woman already out on bond for a separate drug-related offense.

Riders during the inaugural Ride Against Trafficking, held in 2021.
Sports & Outdoors
9 months ago
Hope Found of NEA to host annual Ride Against Trafficking in June

Hope Found of Northeast Arkansas is inviting the community to ride against human trafficking in June with its annual outdoor event.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
Pets of the Week May 5

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.

Humanities and Social Sciences Building at Arkansas State University
Education
9 months ago
College of Liberal Arts and Communication announces top graduating students

The most outstanding graduating students in the College of Liberal Arts and Communication were recognized during Arkansas State University’s Convocation of Scholars.