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Community
2 years ago
Jonesboro residents react to Sanders’ SNAP reform proposal

The governor says almost 23% of SNAP purchases are junk food, paid for with taxpayers money.

Obituaries
2 years ago
Darrell Wayne Griffis

September 21, 1973 — December 12, 2024

Obituaries
2 years ago
Bryan Keith Ulmer

December 16, 1966 – December 12, 2024

Government & Politics
2 years ago
Committee discusses RAISE Grant application and city partnerships

The Finance and Administration Council Committee discussed reapplying for RAISE Grant funding on Tuesday, which would see Jonesboro, Paragould and Brookland partner to expand “regional connectivity” between the cities. 

Business
2 years ago
Jonesboro Unlimited awarded $2m through industrial enhancement funding

Jonesboro Unlimited has been awarded $2 million through the Arkansas Site Development Program. 

Business
2 years ago
Independent pharmacies in Jonesboro are struggling

Local pharmacies in Jonesboro are fighting to maintain their profit margins, and if there’s not some legislative light at the end of the tunnel soon, they could be forced to call it quits.

Obituaries
2 years ago
Bobby King

Mar 29, 1976 – Dec 12, 2024

Obituaries
2 years ago
Anthony Shane Scott

February 26, 1976 — December 12, 2024

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Multiple structure fires across Jonesboro contained

Crews responded to multiple structure fires across Jonesboro.

Sports
2 years ago
Duck Classic Raises $860,000

22nd annual Duck Classic benefits NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation