Crime
2 years ago
Inmate at detention center dies

Rolland said Brock Austin Tyner, 21, of Jonesboro died early Saturday morning, May 4. He was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, Rolland said.

Arts & Culture
2 years ago
Shining bright on Main Street

Meet George Gotcher, the creative force behind Georgeous Custom Jewelry, right in the heart of Main Street Jonesboro.

Business
2 years ago
New Private School opening in Jonesboro

Jonesboro will have a new private school for parents to consider for their K through 12 children when the academy opens in August.

Education
2 years ago
A-State Students Celebrated during Spring Commencement Ceremonies

Traffic snarls, full restaurants, happy graduates

Crime
2 years ago
Over $136,000 stolen from local ATMs

$101,280 was taken from a bank in Paragould Wednesday night. $35,360 was taken from a bank in Jonesboro Thursday night.

Education
2 years ago
Heidi Banse Named Dean for College of Veterinary Medicine at A-State

The current goal is to admit the first cohort of students in 2026.

Crime
2 years ago
Jonesboro man charged with robbery

A Jonesboro man, who was released from jail Wednesday on a $50,000 temporary bond, was charged with robbery, third-degree battery and theft of $1,000 or less on Friday.

Business
2 years ago
Permanent pedestrian signal installed on Johnson

The JPD reports 19 pedestrian accidents on Johnson since 2020, including 3 fatalities and 6 pedestrian incidents categorized as “serious injury.”

Education
2 years ago
Make-A-Wish granted to local elementary student

Jennings and her family will embark on an unforgettable journey to the enchanting island of Oahu, Hawaii.

News
2 years ago
1 injured in 2-vehicle crash on U.S. 49

One person was injured Thursday afternoon, May 2, in a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. 49 north of Brookland, according to Nick Gentry, a public information officer with the Arkansas State Police.