Lifestyle
1 year ago
Scouting America – A local Scout Leader’s thoughts on the name change

The name change is part of an effort to be another recreational option in the lives of boys and girls.

Government & Politics
1 year ago
City looks at pact with County

The ordinance to approve the interlocal agreement was adopted by the same 7-4 vote as the amendment.

Education
1 year ago
Kiwanis Club announces scholarship recipients

The scholarships are funded by the club’s annual Pancake Day fund-raiser

News
1 year ago
JFD graduates first Citizens Fire Academy class

Eleven people completed the nine-week course, Jonesboro Fire Chief Marty Hamrick said.

News
1 year ago
Is Social Media hurting your Brain?

In an age where scrolling through social media has become about as routine as brushing your teeth, it’s important to acknowledge its profound impact on our mental health and our brain function.

Weather News
1 year ago
Storms likely late Wednesday

Jonesboro and Craighead County are in an Enhanced (Level 3/5) risk area for severe weather

Business
1 year ago
Crematorium approved for South Caraway

“You aren’t listening to us,” Smith said loudly. Booker responded by saying, “You’re out of order.”

Crime
1 year ago
Doug Brimhall resigns Deputy Prosecutor position

Brimhall was reportedly at a residence in Sage Meadows on Saturday afternoon when Jonesboro police were called.

Crime
1 year ago
Cigarette butts lead to arrest

Discarded cigarette butts at a 2021 crime scene led to the arrest of a Harrisburg man this month.

News
1 year ago
Jonesboro Firefighter donates kidney to another Jonesboro Firefighter

When speaking about Brittany’s incredibly selfless act, Morgan said “This is just the type of person she is.”