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google street view of the sign in front of the Jonesboro Public Library
Community
3 weeks ago
‘Where Stories Live’ Kicks Off Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library’s 2026 Speaker Series

This free event is open to ages 13 and older and will explore the stories, traditions, people, and places that have shaped Craighead County.

Jeremiah Jones mugshot
Crime & Safety
3 weeks ago
$150K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man Accused of Resisting Arrest While Holding Baby

Police said Jeremiah Jones rammed his partner’s vehicle with a child inside, put a baby in danger during a high-risk stop and resisted arrest.

Swept Away Janitorial presents check to Food Bank of NEA
Back to School Guide
4 weeks ago
Swept Away Janitorial Pledges $22,000 to Support Student Backpack Food Programs for the 2026-2027 School Year

The backpack program provides students with nutritious, easy-to-prepare food to take home over weekends and school breaks, helping ensure they have access to meals when school cafeterias are closed.

Shelter Insurance office with a brick sign in front reading 'Shelter Insurance' and an American flag nearby; a white van is parked to the right.
Government & Politics
4 weeks ago
Committee Forwards Second Police Station Purchase, Loan Application to Full Jonesboro City Council

A resolution and an ordinance regarding purchasing a building to act as a second police station were forwarded to the full Jonesboro city council Tuesday by a committee.

Government & Politics
4 weeks ago
City of Jonesboro Denies Variance Request for Tractor Supply Relocation

The variance sought to remove the requirement for a shared access point connecting the existing building and parking area to the adjacent lot to the south.

Kids find a water sprinkler to cool off
Weather Updates
4 weeks ago
Arkansas Faces A Heat Wave That Could Make History

National Weather Service warns of potentially record-setting heat through at least Aug. 22 — and a “flash drought” could put additional strain on water supplies

News
4 weeks ago
Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro Reopens Following Building Stabilization

Main Street in downtown Jonesboro is reopening to vehicular traffic after initial shoring and stabilization efforts were completed at a damaged building.

Business
4 weeks ago
Officials Break Ground on InnovAsian’s Frozen Food Manufacturing Facility in Jonesboro

Construction is set to begin soon on InnovAsian Cuisine’s new frozen food manufacturing facility in Jonesboro, as officials broke ground on the building Tuesday.

Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Young Woman Sues ASP Trooper After Traffic Stop Punch Near Manila

18-year-old Alisa Hackett alleges excessive force after Manila-area arrest; ASP says it has no statement.

Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Craighead County Detention Center Officer Terminated, Arrested for Sexual Assault

A detention center officer at the Craighead County Sheriff’s Office has been terminated.

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