Government & Politics
2 years ago
Former Jonesboro Fire Chief Kevin Miller announces City Council bid

The council positions up for election this year are available for city-wide vote and not restricted by ward.

Business
2 years ago
Courthouse construction coming along

The project was first announced in February 2023 and is expected to be complete in early 2025.

News
2 years ago
Mosquitoes arrive early in NEA

Vector Disease Control talks about the war against summer’s pests: “Our plans are to extend our treatment area out about a mile or two South and Southwest of town and see what that does.”

News
2 years ago
Parks Master Plan on to City Council

Master Plan to be considered by full City Council at its June 18 meeting

Business
2 years ago
Sheriff proposes tax for Jail Overcrowding solution

Boyd: “Who do we release early to make room for someone worse coming in?”

Business
2 years ago
Sheriff wants new Jail

“I want to be 100 percent transparent about this,” he said.

Business
2 years ago
Council hears first readings for two alcohol permits

The Jonesboro City Council heard the first reading for two ordinances for private club permits Tuesday, May 21.

Arts & Culture
2 years ago
Attorney General doesn’t approve interlocal agreement

“The agreement does not meet the requirements of the Interlocal Cooperation Act, and, therefore, I do not approve the interlocal agreement submitted.”

Crime
2 years ago
New Brimhall documents released

“Mr. Brimhall then places his right arm on the victim’s arm and his left hand around the victim’s neck, choking her.”

Arts & Culture
2 years ago
New entertainment venue coming to Downtown Jonesboro

The Foundation of Arts hopes to offer a new venue for local artists this summer.