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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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Outdoors
4 weeks ago
Jonesboro Girl is Quarter-Finalist in Nationwide Junior Ranger Competition

A Jonesboro 8-year-old is in the running for the nationwide Junior Ranger Competition.

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News
4 weeks ago
Crews Responding to Accident with Injury in Jonesboro

The intersection of Main Street and Washington Avenue is blocked by a traffic accident with an injury, Jonesboro E911 Dispatch said.

Community
4 weeks ago
City of Jonesboro Sanitation Routes to be on Adjusted Schedules for Memorial Day

The City of Jonesboro’s sanitation routes will be on adjusted schedules due to the Memorial Day holiday.

Community
1 month ago
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display Flags for Armed Forces Day

Flags are displayed at least 10 times per year, including national holidays and special days, weather permitting.

News
1 month ago
Crews Responding to Crash with Injuries on I-555, Helicopter on Scene

Crews are working a crash with injuries on I-555, according to Jonesboro E911 Dispatch.

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Arts & Entertainment
1 month ago
Film, Novel Book Lovers Clubs Set to Meet at Jonesboro Library in Late May

Multiple club meetings are scheduled in May at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.

Crime & Safety
1 month ago
UPDATE | Crews Responding to Large Fire in Jonesboro, Road Blocked

Part of Highland Drive is blocked due to a fire, Jonesboro E911 Dispatch said.

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Community
1 month ago
Gearhead Outfitters Presents $10K Check to Jonesboro D.A.R.E.

“This is really what it’s all about, is just giving back to the community, investing in young people, and just supporting this town.”

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Government & Politics
1 month ago
NEA Legislator Named Nuclear State Champion

Representative Jack Ladyman has been named a Nuclear State Champion.

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Arts & Entertainment
1 month ago
Sunset Sessions to Return to Craighead Forest Park Bandshell Starting Later in May

Sunset sessions will be returning to the Bandshell at Craighead Forest Park starting in late May.