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12 months ago
Burn ban issued for Craighead County

A burn ban has been issued for Craighead County effective until further notice.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Dr. Sarah Hooper joins CVM as associate dean for student programs and admissions

The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Arkansas State University is adding another key position. Dr. Sarah Hooper will be taking on the new role of associate dean for student programs and admissions on March 1.  

Agriculture
1 year ago
Greenway Equipment surpasses $1M in donations to regional food banks

Greenway Equipment, Inc. announced that it had surpassed a major milestone, reaching over $1 million in monetary donations to the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, the Arkansas Foodbank, and the Southeast Missouri Food Bank.

Agriculture
1 year ago
College of Agriculture conference to cover character, ethics

The Arkansas State University College of Agriculture (CoA) welcomes guests and students to the Judd Hill Farmers’ Market at 6:30 p.m. on March 10 for the Character and Ethics Conference.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Groundbreaking for A-State College of Veterinary Medicine scheduled

“We are excited to bring together members of our community. Being a community-based model of education, collaboration on the A-State campus here in Jonesboro and across the state of Arkansas is essential for our success,” said Dr. Heidi Banse, dean of the CVM.

Agriculture
1 year ago
What types of agricultural loans are right for me?

At Farm Credit, we understand that applying for different farm loans can be overwhelming, so we’ve broken down common types of farm loans and whether or not they’re best for your operation. 

Agriculture
1 year ago
Annual conference on soil and water returns to A-State

“The program is structured to facilitate bringing in speakers from other areas to provide insight into soil, water, and environmental concerns as a holistic concept,” Benson said. “The program has grown to include Industry and government sponsors who support the conservation work that the conference promotes.” 

Agriculture
1 year ago
In case you missed it: Bills and resolutions filed by NEA lawmakers

The 2025 legislative session began Monday, and Jonesboro Right Now has compiled a list of all bills and resolutions filed and prefiled by lawmakers representing Jonesboro and Craighead County.

Agriculture
1 year ago
NEA representatives named to legislative committees

Numerous Northeast Arkansas legislators, including those representing Jonesboro and Craighead County, were named to state Senate and House committees yesterday as the 2025 legislative session began:

Agriculture
1 year ago
Arkansas Legislature Convenes Monday

95th General Assembly will focus on education, maternal health, public safety and prisons and tax policy.