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Weather Updates
1 year ago
Caraway’s new storm shelter almost complete

After the Caraway City Council voted to build a new storm shelter in April, the project is nearing completion and will open soon.

Government & Politics
1 year ago
Gov. Sanders announces appointments, Jonesboro natives among them

Two Jonesboro natives were appointed to state boards and committees by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, her office announced Wednesday.

Arts & Entertainment
1 year ago
Jonesboro High School musical nominated for several awards at Orpheum

A recent production at a Jonesboro school has been nominated for several awards, with the choral director calling it “a big honor.”

Business
1 year ago
Meet Me On Main featured business: Starz Boutique

Starz Boutique will have a day of giveaways, discounts, special vendors and more to celebrate the store’s upcoming grand opening, kicking off its “refreshed, rebranded and better than ever,” era.

Education
1 year ago
Windgate Foundation grants over $9.4M in support of Arkansas State University

The Windgate Foundation has awarded new grants totaling $9.49 million directed for scholarships, arts education initiatives and community outreach at Arkansas State University.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Jonesboro man accused of shaking, injuring baby given $150K bond

A Jonesboro man has been accused of first degree domestic battery after police say he shook a baby so hard it resulted in severe injuries. 

Arts & Entertainment
1 year ago
First Gee Street Art and Craft Fair scheduled in Jonesboro

Open Studio and the Field and Light Design Co. will host their first-ever Gee Street Art and Craft Fair at the end of May, which will feature local artists, vendors, food trucks and more.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Jonesboro woman accused of beating, striking child given $150K bond

A Jonesboro woman is being held on a $150,000 bond after being accused of striking and beating a child.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Public hearing held to discuss $17.5M revenue bond plan for Jonesboro capital improvements

A public hearing before the Jonesboro city council meeting on Tuesday outlined plans for a $17.5 million revenue bond to fund capital improvements.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
NYITCOM’s Delta Population Health Institute hosts maternal health learning & care communities

NYITCOM at A-State’s DPHI launched its latest program to help new and expectant mothers in east Arkansas this summer.