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Community
2 months ago
Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame announces 2025 inductees, A-State professor among them

The Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 class of inductees.

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Food
2 months ago
Pastaria 49 announces reopening in Jonesboro

After a brief closure that left Jonesboro diners hungry for answers, Pastaria 49 announced Thursday evening that it will reopen its doors.

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Community
2 months ago
Jonesboro youth work together to pick up trash in weekend cleanup

Members of the nonprofit organization Teens with a Positive Purpose recently gathered on Rook Road to clear debris left behind by a recent car crash, and general litter roadside.

Local Spotlight
2 months ago
The Spotlight: Officer Williams dancing on patrol in Jonesboro

JRN spoke with Jonesboro Police officer Mehki Williams about why he became a cop and his hopes for the community.

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Education
2 months ago
From isolation to unity: The “All Means All” shift at Leadership Magnet School

Leadership Magnet School is teaching staff members to take ownership of every child’s success – one step at a time.

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Education
2 months ago
A-State vet school exploring potential partnership with ASU Beebe vet tech program

It is just one of many partnerships A-State is exploring for the CVM, which also includes area veterinarians, government agencies, and more.

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News
3 months ago
New Jonesboro Parks director promises ‘accountability trail’ for youth sports funds

Jim Stearns was named director of the department on Jan. 14, a few weeks after former director Danny Kapales resigned from the position.

Arts & Entertainment
3 months ago
Jonesboro business owner’s collection of memorabilia spans decades

Lloyd Wofford and his wife, Linda, began collecting signed albums, movie memorabilia, paintings, and more in the early 2000s.

Holiday Guide
4 months ago
The Candlelight Service: Jonesboro churches talk tradition

JRN reached out to a selection of churches in Jonesboro to get their take on the traditional Christmas Eve service.

Local Spotlight
4 months ago
Who is the “The Dancing Man” of Jonesboro?

Ozzy Neil Rose has become known for his exuberant dancing down Jonesboro roadways.