Newcomers Guide - Jonesboro Right Now

Pet Lovers Guide

3 hours ago

Pets of the Week – March 2

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.

Crime & Safety

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro crime numbers down as population increases

Despite Jonesboro’s population continuing to grow, overall crime over the past 10 years has decreased, Jonesboro Police Department Chief Rick Elliott said.

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Government & Politics

1 month ago

Jonesboro Police and Fire Departments open doors for citizen’s academy applications

The academies offer hands-on programs designed to take residents out of the “observer” role and into the thick of operations.

Crime & Safety

3 hours ago

Twelfth arrest made in $200K Jonesboro bank fraud scheme investigation

Another suspect has been arrested in connection with an investigation in which thousands of dollars were lost as part of a Jonesboro bank fraud scheme.

Pet Lovers Guide

3 hours ago

Pets of the Week – March 2

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.

Crime & Safety

3 hours ago

Blytheville man accused of kidnapping girlfriend, strangling her at Jonesboro motel

A Blytheville man faces multiple charges after police said he kidnapped and strangled his girlfriend during a fight at a Jonesboro motel.

Crime & Safety

10 hours ago

Jonesboro Police Department’s crisis intervention team making impact

The CIT responded to over 2,500 calls in 2024 and 2025, over 600 people interacted with the CIT/Therapist team, and the program has saved a total of $1.2 million.

Election Guide

12 hours ago

Early voting ends Monday for Preferential Primary; Election Day is Tuesday, March 3

Early voting for the Preferential Primary in Craighead County ends Monday, with election day for this cycle on Tuesday, March 3.