A look at some of the local news stories from Jonesboro Right Now over the past week.
Local equestrian enthusiasts and families seeking weekend entertainment will gather in Craighead County this Friday through Sunday as L&M Stables hosts a comprehensive three-day Downunder Horsemanship Fundamentals Clinic.
“I cannot put into words how excited we are,” said Spencer Vaughn, general manager. Best Buy will officially open on July 30th. “You should see the blue going up in not too terribly long,” he added.
The program, created under the federal legislation titled “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act”, aims to bridge the financial gap many foster youth face as they transition into adulthood.
The commission’s outreach effort is designed to connect local residents with critical housing resources, enforce state and federal fair housing and lending laws, and address ongoing industry issues such as appraisal bias
Jonesboro police officer was attacked early Sunday by a K9 officer during an article search in a Jonesboro West End neighborhood.
The City of Jonesboro is moving forward with new financial incentives to bolster the ranks of the Jonesboro Police Department amid ongoing regional law enforcement staffing challenges.
Garth Brooks Surprise, Hall of Fame Honors and Local Winners Highlight 2026 Arkansas Country Music Awards
Jonesboro drivers should prepare for an uptick in military vehicle traffic starting Friday, May 29, and continuing through June 15, as the National Guard begins traveling for annual training exercises.
Work is officially underway to completely repaint the large logo signs on the north side of 314 Union St.