Crime
6 months ago
Jonesboro sex offender faces reporting failure charge

A level-two sex offender from Jonesboro, already behind bars on a $1 million bond, faces another charge after police said he failed to comply with state reporting requirements.

Entertainment
6 months ago
First National Bank Arena welcomes multiple concerts this fall

A-State’s First National Bank Arena will host several major concerts this fall, providing the community with the opportunity to experience high-quality live music.

Crime
6 months ago
$150K bond given to Brookland woman for drug possession charges

A Brookland woman is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said a traffic stop for a suspended license led to the discovery of meth in her car and paraphernalia at her home.

Crime
6 months ago
Man accused of stalking ex-girlfriend in Jonesboro found with handgun, hammer

Police arrested an Earle man after they said he stalked his ex-girlfriend, leading to a foot chase that ended with the discovery of a handgun and hammer in his possession.

Crime
6 months ago
Jonesboro man given $300K bond for rape charge, violating no-contact order

A Jonesboro man is behind bars on a $300,000 cash/surety bond after police said he violated his no-contact order, raped a victim and sent them threatening text messages.

News
6 months ago
Jonesboro Public Schools mourning death of student

Jonesboro Public Schools is mourning the death of one of its students, Daylen “Dayday” Elijah Thomas.

Entertainment
6 months ago
Monette Gazebo Market Place scheduled with museum opening

The Monette Beautification Committee will be sponsoring the first Monette Gazebo Market Place in conjunction with the Buffalo Island Museum (BIM) opening day events on Saturday.

Education
6 months ago
University of Arkansas Chancellor’s List includes Jonesboro students

The University of Arkansas is recognizing students for making the Spring 2025 Chancellor’s List, with Jonesboro students on the list.

Education
6 months ago
A-State names new department chairs in music, history

Arkansas State University has announced new leadership appointments in the College of Liberal Arts and Communication.

Entertainment
6 months ago
New Jonesboro nonprofit to raise funds for foster kids with car show

A new Jonesboro nonprofit aiming to help foster kids will be hosting its first-ever car show fundraiser next weekend.