Government & Politics
8 months ago
Gov. Sanders announces appointments, Jonesboro natives among them

Two Jonesboro natives were appointed to state boards and committees by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, her office announced Wednesday.

Arts & Culture
8 months ago
Jonesboro High School musical nominated for several awards at Orpheum

A recent production at a Jonesboro school has been nominated for several awards, with the choral director calling it “a big honor.”

Business
8 months ago
Meet Me On Main featured business: Starz Boutique

Starz Boutique will have a day of giveaways, discounts, special vendors and more to celebrate the store’s upcoming grand opening, kicking off its “refreshed, rebranded and better than ever,” era.

Education
8 months ago
Windgate Foundation grants over $9.4M in support of Arkansas State University

The Windgate Foundation has awarded new grants totaling $9.49 million directed for scholarships, arts education initiatives and community outreach at Arkansas State University.

Crime
8 months ago
Jonesboro man accused of shaking, injuring baby given $150K bond

A Jonesboro man has been accused of first degree domestic battery after police say he shook a baby so hard it resulted in severe injuries. 

Arts & Culture
8 months ago
First Gee Street Art and Craft Fair scheduled in Jonesboro

Open Studio and the Field and Light Design Co. will host their first-ever Gee Street Art and Craft Fair at the end of May, which will feature local artists, vendors, food trucks and more.

Crime
8 months ago
Jonesboro woman accused of beating, striking child given $150K bond

A Jonesboro woman is being held on a $150,000 bond after being accused of striking and beating a child.

Government & Politics
8 months ago
Public hearing held to discuss $17.5M revenue bond plan for Jonesboro capital improvements

A public hearing before the Jonesboro city council meeting on Tuesday outlined plans for a $17.5 million revenue bond to fund capital improvements.

Wellness
8 months ago
NYITCOM’s Delta Population Health Institute hosts maternal health learning & care communities

NYITCOM at A-State’s DPHI launched its latest program to help new and expectant mothers in east Arkansas this summer.

Education
8 months ago
Community celebrates retirement of Jonesboro Public Schools superintendent

Family members, friends, and colleagues gathered Tuesday afternoon to celebrate the accomplishments of outgoing Jonesboro Public Schools superintendent Dr. Kim Wilbanks.