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Tarah Richardson

Tarah Richardson is the Editor-in-Chief of JonesboroRightNow. Email her at trichardson@jonesbororightnow.com.

news from the week 6/12
News
3 weeks ago
NEWS FROM THE WEEK IN JONESBORO | June 14, 2026

A look at some of the local news stories from Jonesboro Right Now over the past week.

Man in a red shirt and cowboy hat walks a gray horse on a lunge line in a sandy arena.
Community
4 weeks ago
L&M Stables to Host Three-Day Downunder Horsemanship Clinic and Inaugural Barn Dance

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.

best buy storefront
Business
4 weeks ago
Best Buy Announces Opening Date for Jonesboro Store

“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.

father and son putting pennies in piggy bank
News
4 weeks ago
Foster Care Initiative Enrolls Craighead County Youth in Trump Account Savings Program

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.

couple in room surrounded by boxes
Community
4 weeks ago
State Officials Announce Fair Housing Outreach Event in Jonesboro

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

A shooting has been reported Sunday at the same address as a Saturday night shooting in Jonesboro
Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Jonesboro Police Officer Attacked by K9 Officer

Jonesboro police officer was attacked early Sunday by a K9 officer during an article search in a Jonesboro West End neighborhood.

Circular Jonesboro Police Department seal with a yellow outer border, displayed on a brick building entrance in the background.
Crime & Safety
1 month ago
City Combats 25-Officer Shortage with $12,000 Sign-On Incentives for Experienced Police

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 speaks during the induction of Allen Reynolds into the Arkansas Country Music Hall of Fame at the Arkansas Country Music Awards at Reynolds Performance Hall on June 1, 2026, in Conway, Arkansas. (Photo by Jason Epperson/Eppic Shots)
News
1 month ago
Garth Brooks Makes Surprise Appearance at Arkansas Country Music Awards; The Fox wins Station of the Year

Garth Brooks Surprise, Hall of Fame Honors and Local Winners Highlight 2026 Arkansas Country Music Awards

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News
1 month ago
Expect Increased Military Traffic on Arkansas Highways Through Mid-June

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.

the north side of 314 union street with a scissor lift
Business
1 month ago
Fresh Look Coming to Jonesboro Media Group’s Building Downtown

Work is officially underway to completely repaint the large logo signs on the north side of 314 Union St.