Government & Politics
1 year ago
Craighead County Quorum Court sets tax rates and discusses ARPA funds

The Quroum Court members approved the appropriation ordinance to establish 2025 rates of taxation and discussed what to do with remaining ARPA funds. These funds must be obligated to a project or projects by the end of the year.

Sports & Outdoors
1 year ago
A-State Volleyball trio named College Sports Communicators Academic All-District

Three Arkansas State volleyball players earned recognition for their work in the classroom on Tuesday, as Devyn Lewis, Erin Madigan and Grace Wiley earned spots on the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team.

Obituaries
1 year ago
Joey Lee Jones

September 16, 1962 ~ December 17, 2024

Obituaries
1 year ago
Nellie Brewington

February 4, 1942 — December 17, 2024

Crime
1 year ago
Jonesboro woman charged with cocaine possession, endangering child

They yelled at her to put it in park but she didn’t, and her vehicle collided with the patrol car.

Obituaries
1 year ago
Annie Pipkin

Mar 17, 1942 – Dec 17, 2024

Obituaries
1 year ago
Leatha Taylor

NOV 30, 1931 – DEC 17, 2024

Crime
1 year ago
Man charged with battery after attacking pregnant girlfriend

During the struggle, he reportedly attacked her and began dragging her around the residence by her shirt and arms

Crime
1 year ago
Two women given $500,000, $1 million bonds for drug charges

During a traffic stop, Jonesboro police found meth, fentanyl and marijuana in the car with the women.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Pets of the Week Dec. 16

Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available through area animal rescues and shelters, as well as opportunities to help homeless animals through foster programs, donations, and help with fundraisers and other family-friendly activities.