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Rachel Rudd

Rachel Rudd is the Chief Reporter at Jonesboro Right Now. Email her at rrudd@jonesbororightnow.com.

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Health & Wellness
2 weeks ago
Battles of the Badges Blood Drive Returns to Jonesboro

Jonesboro citizens are invited to support their favorite public safety departments, all while donating to a good cause.

Community
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro Man to Speak to Craighead County Historical Society About History of U.S.S. Arkansas

A Jonesboro resident will be speaking to the Craighead County Historical Society next week to detail the history and legacy of the U.S.S. Arkansas.

Weather Updates
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro’s Tornado Sirens Undergoing Maintenance, Upgrades

Work is beginning on upgrading the City of Jonesboro’s tornado siren system.

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Arts & Entertainment
3 weeks ago
Downtown Jonesboro’s Newest Mural Unveiled in Ribbon Cutting

“Beautification of downtown is so vital,” DJA executive director Sarah Doss said. “[We want] to make this just a place that people love.”

Jonesboro AR City Council Seal
Sports
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro City Council Indefinitely Tables Ordinance that would Establish Sports Tourism Committee

The committee would have been responsible for determining the best practices, operational methods, and tourism strategies regarding youth sports, serving in a strictly advisory role.

Traffic
3 weeks ago
Public Comment Period Open for Proposed Changes to Jonesboro’s Public Transit System

GOJO, the city’s public transit system, is seeking public comment as it prepares to make adjustments and changes to its fares and routes, director Lee Wells said during Tuesday’s city council meeting.

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Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro City Council Approves Police Officer Recruitment Incentives

The Jonesboro City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved an incentive package plan aimed at recruiting additional qualified police officers to the ranks of the Jonesboro Police Department.

City Stars Controversy in Jonesboro Won’t Go Away — Former Coach Challenges Mayor
Community
3 weeks ago
Public Input Meetings Scheduled for Proposed Park Expansion Grant in Jonesboro

Two public input meetings are scheduled for later in July, inviting residents to provide their opinions on park improvements.

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Arts & Entertainment
3 weeks ago
Lynette Hirsch to be Next FOA Executive Director in Jonesboro

The Foundation of Arts has a new executive director, the nonprofit organization announced Monday morning.

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Outdoors
3 weeks ago
Paragould Native Appointed to Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

“With the leadership of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, we can ensure that Arkansans can continue to share these resources and traditions.”