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News
2 years ago
Walmart was buzzing!

A swarm of bees overtook a vehicle at the store on Creek Drive.

News
2 years ago
Jonesboro Jets Aquatic Club hosts free Swimming Summer Tryouts for kids

Students may attend any/all practices for free to decide if they would like to continue with the summer season.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Retired Chief reflects on Fire Department’s rich history | PHOTOS

Aaron Keller, who retired from JFD in 2008 after serving as chief since 2004, is researching the history of the department, which was founded 125 years ago on March 27, 1899.

Government & Politics
2 years ago
County Administrator hits ground running after storied career in local government

“I’ve been in public service for 15 years and it’s been an honor to serve this community in my parks capacity and now I’m looking forward to serving in a county capacity in my new role as County Administrator”

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Jonesboro police officer Arrested, placed on Admin Leave

Burns, 27, of Bono, has been with the police department since 2022, attended the police academy with the late Vincent Parks.

Government & Politics
2 years ago
Jonesboro council hears update on Pedestrian and Bike Trail Projects

Shatley said this trail will allow Arkansas State University students walking access to downtown Jonesboro.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Craighead County prepares for WMD with new detection equipment

“You can’t be too careful,” Hamrick said about threats. “You have cases of domestic terrorism as well as several other possible incidents.”

Government & Politics
2 years ago
Brad Noel Wins JP Runoff Election

Noel defeats Andrew Stricklin in a runoff election where 113 voters decided the race.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Monday afternoon accident in Bay changed to “Double Fatality”

Upon arrival, officers located one vehicle in the ditch on the north side of 463 and one vehicle still in the roadway, both with extreme damage.

Government & Politics
2 years ago
Today is Election Day

Voters can cast their ballot from 7:30am to 7:30pm at Walnut Street Baptist Church, 1910 Scenic Rd, in Jonesboro.