Government & Politics
1 year ago
City looks at pact with County

The ordinance to approve the interlocal agreement was adopted by the same 7-4 vote as the amendment.

Government & Politics
1 year ago
City of Jonesboro announces new Director of Communications

Jonesboro Mayor Harold Copenhaver announced the selection of Donna Malone as Director of Communications for the City of Jonesboro.

Government & Politics
1 year ago
Battling the peskiest of pesks

City Council committee looks at better ways to battle mosquitoes

Business
1 year ago
Jonesboro Council approves liquor permit for Mexican Restaurant

The restaurant now must apply for a permit from the Arkansas Alcohol Beverage Control Board in Little Rock.

Government & Politics
1 year ago
City Council approves spending a million dollars toward airport connector road project

The proposed road will connect Highway 49 (Red Wolf Blvd) to the new railroad overpass being constructed on Airport Road (Highway 351).

Government & Politics
1 year ago
Jonesboro council approves settlement

The Jonesboro City Council approved the settlement of the lawsuit against the city, Mayor Copenhaver and Police Chief Rick Elliott by an 11-1 vote.

Government & Politics
1 year ago
Anderson’s lawsuit against City, Mayor, Chief settled

The settlement would award Anderson $99,000 and the letter of termination in her personnel file would be changed to a letter of resignation.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Mental Health Experts highlight youth mental health concerns amid TikTok ban vote

Amidst a unanimous decision by the U.S. House of Representatives to ban TikTok nationwide, mental health experts discuss concerns over social media’s negative impact on young people’s well-being.

Government & Politics
2 years ago
County Administrator hits ground running after storied career in local government

“I’ve been in public service for 15 years and it’s been an honor to serve this community in my parks capacity and now I’m looking forward to serving in a county capacity in my new role as County Administrator”

Government & Politics
2 years ago
Jonesboro council hears update on Pedestrian and Bike Trail Projects

Shatley said this trail will allow Arkansas State University students walking access to downtown Jonesboro.