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ARDOT logo featuring a red 'AR' block and blue 'DOT' lettering with the caption 'Arkansas Department of Transportation' and a curved road motif in the background.
News
2 days ago
Plans Move Forward for the New Highway 351 Connector in Jonesboro 

The purpose of this project is to improve connectivity, pedestrian and bicyclist safety, and stormwater drainage. 

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News
2 days ago
Burn Ban Lifted in Craighead County

Due to recent rainfall, the ban is lifted effective Friday, April 24, 2026. 

Lynette Hirsch United Way Award
News
2 days ago
United Way of Northeast Arkansas Celebrates Record Impact at Annual Luncheon

2025 campaign supports nearly 58,000 people, raises $716,000 for regional programs

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Business
2 days ago
Jonesboro Media Group Reimagines Hiring with New “Media Advisor” Role Focused on Business Growth

Local company says today’s marketing demands strategy, accountability, and measurable results — not just ad sales

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Arts & Entertainment
2 days ago
Peter Pan the Ballet coming to FOA in Jonesboro

The production tells the story of the boy who refuses to grow up as he whisks Wendy and her brothers away to Neverland.

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Family Crisis Center Hosts Third Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Seminar

This year’s event echoed the national theme designated by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center: “25 Years Stronger: Looking Back, Moving Forward.”

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Education
3 days ago
Valley View Senior Secures $125K in Educational Gifts to Pursue Aerospace Dreams

 A Valley View senior is aiming to get involved in aerospace, and his educational journey may be a little easier thanks to a big financial boost.

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Community
3 days ago
Excellence Awards Recognizes Three for Contributions to A-State, Community

The three awards celebrate people on campus who make a real difference every day.

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Business
3 days ago
Level Up: Coin Goblin Gamers Lounge to Expand with Second Jonesboro Location

Coin Goblin Gamers Lounge is expanding its footprint in Jonesboro with a second location created for walk-in players.

Group of people watching a row of white robotic arms on display in a science/tech booth.
Community
3 days ago
Jonesboro Students Get Hands-On Experience with Medical Robotics at St. Bernards

“Getting some visual and hands-on experience with a medical robot, with us being such a big medical town, is, I think, really important.”

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