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Community
1 day ago
Jonesboro’s August Community Cleanup Scheduled

The cleanup is free and open to Jonesboro residents.

Business
1 day ago
A-State ASBTDC to Host Free ‘Funding Your Business’ Workshop in Paragould

In-person training on business loans, SBA programs, microloans, grants, and financing options set for Aug. 11 at Generating Innovative Network

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Food
1 day ago
Jonesboro Police Department to Host Community Engagement Event with Donuts

The Jonesboro Police Department is inviting the community to ask questions while enjoying donuts.

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Jonesboro Educational Leaders, Law Enforcement Attend Demonstration of Drone-Based Active Shooter Suppression System

Educational leaders, legislators, and law enforcement gathered Thursday morning for a demonstration of a non-lethal, drone-based active shooter suppression system.

Health & Wellness
2 days ago
St. Bernards Medical Center Earns Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Accreditation

St. Bernards Medical Center announced it received a new national accreditation after demonstrating a commitment to providing safe and effective metabolic and bariatric surgery procedures. 

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Community
2 days ago
UAMS Northeast, Residency Program to be Topic at Jonesboro University Lions Club Meeting

The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club will be meet next week to learn about a Northeast Arkansas medical residency program.

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Arts & Entertainment
2 days ago
Big Grass Bluegrass Festival Returns to Collins Theater 

The annual Big Grass Bluegrass Festival will take place Friday, July 24, and Saturday, July 25, at the Collins Theatre, 120 W. Emerson St., in Paragould.

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Traffic
2 days ago
ASP’s ‘Rules of the Road’ Campaign Aims to Help Arkansans Make Safer Decisions Behind the Wheel

Each installment in the series will address real-world scenarios Troopers frequently encounter, including how to properly move over for emergency vehicles, respond to road rage situations, and ensure proper seat belt use for all passengers.

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