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Opinion & Editorial
2 months ago
Reflecting on Why Local Journalism Still Matters

“We believe local news should be accessible. It should be timely. It should reflect the community it serves— not from a distance, but from within.”

Tarah Richardson Birthday
Opinion & Editorial
2 months ago
Reflecting on the Future of Jonesboro Right Now

“The era of Jonesboro Right Now that I get to oversee is, in my mind, the most exhilarating yet. I am here as JRN steps into the future.”

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Arts & Entertainment
2 months ago
Delta Symposium XXXI, ‘Monsters, Cryptids, and the Monstrous,’ Set for April 8-11

In its 31st year, the annual symposium will begin at 3 p.m. on Wednesday with events in the Carl R. Reng Student Union, including a forum discussion of monsters and cryptids across various disciplines.

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Arts & Entertainment
2 months ago
April Events at Jonesboro Foundation of Arts Stage, Too

Several free events are planned at the Foundation of Arts (FOA) Stage, Too venue in downtown Jonesboro throughout April.

Jonesboro Design Week Closing
Newcomers Guide
2 months ago
Jonesboro’s Design Week Ended Thursday

A main topic of conversation at the closing open house was what could be introduced to Jonesboro to raise the city’s appeal.

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News
2 months ago
Happy Birthday, Jonesboro Right Now!

Today, JRN has published over 5,700 articles, covering everything from critical crime and safety reports in Craighead County to high school sports scores and local business openings.

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Health & Wellness
2 months ago
The golden hour lifeline: The logistics of air medical transport in Northeast Arkansas

For patients experiencing severe medical events, the sound of rotor blades cutting through the air represents the “golden hour.”

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Local Experts
2 months ago
THE EXPERT | Why your drinking water quality matters and why reverse osmosis is the clear choice

Clean water is a choice – reverse osmosis filters out contaminants and provides a steady stream of crystal-clear water.

Community
2 months ago
GOJO leadership gives presentation on rebranded Jonesboro public transit system

Representatives from the city’s recently rebranded public transit system, GOJO, gave a special presentation during Tuesday’s city council meeting, explaining the rebranding and the new features coming with it.

NEAHS Pets of the Week 3/16
Pet Lovers Guide
3 months ago
Pets of the Week // March 16

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