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Rachel Rudd

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

Traffic
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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.”

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News
2 months ago
Police: Motorcyclist Dies in Early Morning Crash in Jonesboro

A motorcyclist died as a result of a traffic accident early Monday morning, according to the Jonesboro Police Department.

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Arts & Entertainment
2 months ago
FOA’s Stage, Too Reveals July Entertainment Lineup

The Foundation of Arts’ (FOA) Stage, Too venue has announced its July entertainment lineup.

Sports
2 months ago
Match on Main Scheduled in Downtown Jonesboro

Soccer fans are invited to downtown Jonesboro once again to cheer on Team USA in the World Cup.

Community
2 months ago
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display U.S. Flags Across Community for Independence Day

The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club is displaying U.S. flags across community businesses and buildings in recognition on Saturday in recognition of Independence Day.

Community
2 months ago
July’s Community Clean-Up Scheduled in Jonesboro

The cleanup is free and open to Jonesboro residents.

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