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Community
1 month ago
Updates Regarding Jonesboro’s Public Transit System Presented at Meeting

During Tuesday’s Public Service Council Committee meeting, updates were provided regarding GOJO, the city’s public transportation service.

Community
1 month ago
Entergy Arkansas Offers Tips for Staying Cool, Cutting Energy Costs This Summer

Staying cool and comfortable does not have to come at the cost of high energy bills.

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Summer Fun Guide
1 month ago
Where to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in Northeast Arkansas

JRN has compiled a list of Independence Day and 250th birthday bash events across Northeast Arkansas.

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Community
1 month ago
St. Bernards Hosts Healthy Aging Event in Jonesboro

The “Healthy Aging Day” event is scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2026, and will offer a variety of free health resources and screenings to equip individuals to age well.

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Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Bay Man Convicted on All Counts in Juvenile Rape Case, Receives Life in Prison

A Craighead County jury found Justin Totty guilty and sentenced him to a total of two life sentences plus an additional 108 years.

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Summer Fun Guide
1 month ago
Flyover, Slow Roll Scheduled in Jonesboro as Part of America 250 Festivities

“I think it’s gonna get people out to celebrate with their friends and neighbors and families. And it’s a celebration of our independence.”

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Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Jonesboro Woman Faces Felony Charges for Role in Fraudulent Check Scheme

A Jonesboro woman is behind bars after police said she took part in a scheme that fraudulently negotiated over $4,000 in stolen checks.

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Business
1 month ago
Ritter Communications and Great Plains Communications Combine to Form Rightfiber

The combination brings together two telecommunications providers with over 100 years of history each.

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Arts & Entertainment
1 month ago
Amanda Cook Band to Perform at KASU’s Bluegrass Monday 

With her six-piece band, Cook blends traditional and modern bluegrass styles into a sound that appeals across generations.

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Arts & Entertainment
1 month ago
Tickets on Sale for FOA’s Latest Show in Jonesboro

Tickets are on sale for the Foundation of Arts’ latest production, “Something Rotten!”

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