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Community
4 hours ago
“Sipping With a Purpose”: A-State Student Creates Business to Empower an Inclusive Workforce

When the “Sipping With a Purpose” lemonade stand opened for its inaugural run in May, the crew was met with an incredible sight: A massive crowd of thirsty customers ready to show their support.

Hands cupping a set of keys beside a small red-and-white house model, symbolizing home purchase or real estate access
Giving Guide
1 day ago
The Learning Center Launches “Keys to Independence” Housing Initiative for Adults with Disabilities

TLC has announced the launch of a capital campaign to build Keys to Independence, a new housing community designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Community
1 day ago
City of Jonesboro Offering Cooling Stations Across Town as Temperatures Climb

As summer temperatures continue to climb, the City of Jonesboro is offering community cooling stations around town.

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Community
1 day ago
Jonesboro Library Launches ‘Library to Go’ Service to Homebound Jonesboro Residents  

Participants may receive up to four books per delivery, selected by library staff from a personalized request list using materials available from the library’s collections.

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News
1 day ago
Foster Care Initiative Enrolls Craighead County Youth in Trump Account Savings Program

The program, created under the federal legislation titled “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act”, aims to bridge the financial gap many foster youth face as they transition into adulthood.

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Community
2 days ago
State Officials Announce Fair Housing Outreach Event in Jonesboro

The commission’s outreach effort is designed to connect local residents with critical housing resources, enforce state and federal fair housing and lending laws, and address ongoing industry issues such as appraisal bias

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Sports
2 days ago
Local Couple Aims to Bring Climbing Gym to Jonesboro

Their goal is to create an inclusive environment where individuals of all ages and skill levels can experience the sport of climbing.

Community
2 days ago
Parade, Community Fair Participants Still Being Accepted for Juneteenth in Jonesboro Celebration

Participants for the Juneteenth Parade and Community Fair are still being accepted, event organizers said.

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Local Spotlight
5 days ago
Teenager Organizes Flag Day 5K to Benefit Local Disabled Veterans

The Bay Veterans Memorial will be covered in red, white, and blue later this month as the community gathers for the Flag Day 5K. Local teenager Aden Graham spearheaded the event to provide the community with a local way to support the DAV.

Shooter aims a shotgun at an outdoor range while two men in hats watch nearby. A wooden fence is in the background.
Outdoors
5 days ago
Westside Warms Up, Returns to Top Spot in Shooting Sports Final

It was very similar to the way things started two years ago, when Westside started cold but was a roaring furnace by the final in winning a state championship.

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