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Community
2 hours ago
Jonesboro Man to Speak to Craighead County Historical Society About History of U.S.S. Arkansas

A Jonesboro resident will be speaking to the Craighead County Historical Society next week to detail the history and legacy of the U.S.S. Arkansas.

Outdoors
6 hours ago
AGFC Urges Public to Report Suspected Screwworm, Parasite Cases on Wild Deer 

It’s just human nature to want to help, but trying to administer treatments to free-ranging wildlife is rarely effective and can cause many more troubles than it prevents.

Weather Updates
22 hours ago
Jonesboro’s Tornado Sirens Undergoing Maintenance, Upgrades

Work is beginning on upgrading the City of Jonesboro’s tornado siren system.

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Education
1 day ago
54th Annual Early Childhood Conference to be held at A-State

The conference will be in August and will feature interest sessions that will be facilitated by teams of trainers.  

Five adults pose with an oversized ARVEST Foundation check for $5,000 to the Single Parent Scholarship Fund, in front of a branded backdrop.
Education
2 days ago
Arvest Foundation Awards $5K Grant to Single Parent Scholarship Fund

The grant will fund scholarships for single parents in Craighead, Baxter and Boone counties.

A-State Red Wolves Football
Sports
2 days ago
A-State Football Kickoff Party Set for July 30

The event will provide Red Wolves fans an opportunity to connect with the football program ahead of the 2026 season.

Traffic
2 days ago
Arkansas State Police: Increased Speed Enforcement Begins July 10

Speeding reduces a driver’s ability to react to changing traffic conditions, navigate curves safely, and stop in time to avoid a crash.

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Giving Guide
2 days ago
Nonprofit Seeks to Bring Homelessness Support to Jonesboro

“Together We Home” is an initiative led by Rashawn Vaughan that is dedicated to helping individuals and families experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives.

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