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Arts & Entertainment
3 days ago
Jonesboro Art Teachers Receive Awards from JUH Lions

The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club recently presented three veteran art teachers with Dalstrom Distinguished Service Awards during school ceremonies.

Garth Brooks speaks during the induction of Allen Reynolds into the Arkansas Country Music Hall of Fame at the Arkansas Country Music Awards at Reynolds Performance Hall on June 1, 2026, in Conway, Arkansas. (Photo by Jason Epperson/Eppic Shots)
News
4 days ago
Garth Brooks Makes Surprise Appearance at Arkansas Country Music Awards; The Fox wins Station of the Year

Garth Brooks Surprise, Hall of Fame Honors and Local Winners Highlight 2026 Arkansas Country Music Awards

Education
4 days ago
Secure Foundation Counseling Named Provider for Success Academy

The transition comes after the campus’ previous provider, Methodist Family Health, unexpectedly notified school officials that they could no longer provide services to the Success Academy.

Outdoors
4 days ago
Apply for a WMA Deer Hunting Permit by July 1

The AGFC conducts special draw hunts in many popular areas to maintain healthy deer herds and high-quality hunting experiences.

Agriculture
4 days ago
Democratic Candidates to Host Listening Session with Farmers, Rural Voters in Bay

Democratic candidates will be hosting a listening session with Craighead County farmers and rural voters later in June.

Crime & Safety
4 days ago
City of Jonesboro Receives Federal Grant to Enhance Officer Safety with New Protective Equipment

The funding supports the purchase of 38 new Armor Express Raven 2.0 tactical SWAT carrier systems for JPD officers.

Education
4 days ago
Jonesboro Students Among 1,200 University of Central Arkansas Graduates

The university conferred approximately 1,200 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.

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Education
4 days ago
How Families Can Use Arkansas 529 Plans for Jonesboro Higher Education

The statewide Arkansas Brighter Future 529 Plan issued a reminder last week about the benefits of educational savings accounts.

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Sports
4 days ago
Ryan Pannone Basketball Camps Set for Summer 2026

Registration is open for the 2026 Ryan Pannone Basketball Camps scheduled in June and July at the Red Wolf Center on the campus of Arkansas State University.

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Crime & Safety
5 days ago
Jonesboro Man Arrested After Allegedly Choking Girlfriend During Domestic Disturbance

Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he choked his girlfriend until she blacked out during a domestic disturbance at her home.