Government & Politics
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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.

Business
2 years ago
Public Works Committee pushes road proposal to full Council

The committee voted 5-1 for the project, with council members Joe Hafner, Dr. Anthony Coleman, Dr. Charles Coleman, David McClain, Ann Williams and Janice Porter voting for the project. Council member LJ Bryant voted against it.

Government & Politics
2 years ago
Brad Noel Wins JP Runoff Election

Noel defeats Andrew Stricklin in a runoff election where 113 voters decided the race.

Government & Politics
2 years ago
Today is Election Day

Voters can cast their ballot from 7:30am to 7:30pm at Walnut Street Baptist Church, 1910 Scenic Rd, in Jonesboro.

Government & Politics
2 years ago
New road proposal in Jonesboro causes controversy

The resolution, which hasn’t been decided yet by the Public Works Committee, has already received criticism from a Jonesboro City Council member.