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KASU to Host Live Fall Fundraiser in September and October
These fundraisers continue KASU’s efforts to offset funding challenges due to the elimination of federal support for public media.
Jonesboro Gas Prices Hover Near $4 as National Average Sets September Record
Local drivers are continuing to feel the pinch at the pump as gas prices in Jonesboro remain near the $4 mark, mirroring a nationwide trend of unseasonably high fuel costs.
Jonesboro Fire Department Announces In-Vehicle Alerts for Approaching Emergency Vehicles
The Jonesboro Fire Department is taking advantage of new technology that notifies drivers when an emergency vehicle is approaching while enroute to an incident.
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Jonesboro Child Rape Case
A man who Jonesboro police said raped a child on multiple occasions has been sentenced to life in prison.
Jonesboro Parks and Recreation Implementing New Game-Day Traffic Flow Changes at Joe Mack Campbell Park
Jonesboro's Parks and Recreation Department is making some changes to its new traffic flow patterns during Saturday youth sports games Joe Mack Campbell Park after visitor feedback.
Jonesboro Man Held on $150K Bond for Internet Stalking, Sexual Assault of Minor
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond following an investigation into the sexual assault of a minor he met on social media.
Accident Causes Lane Blockages at Highland and Red Wolf
Drivers in Jonesboro should expect delays as a traffic accident has caused a blockage at a major intersection.
Temporary Road Closure Scheduled on Highway 18 in Craighead County
Weather permitting, the closures will allow crews to construct a box culvert.
A-State Exercise Science Programs Receive STEM Designation
The STEM designation applies to both the bachelor's and master’s degrees in the exercise science program.
State Reviewing Cases of Former DHS Worker Facing 44 Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is proactively reviewing past cases handled by a former Craighead County Family Service Worker who was arrested this week on 44 counts of possessing or using child sexual abuse material.
Arkansas Alligator Hunters Harvest 150 Alligators in First Weekend Hunt, 62 Opportunities Remain
This year’s alligator season is well on its way to perhaps setting another record. Hunters set the mark with 205 alligators in 2025, which broke the record of 202 set in 2023.
Sex Offender Compliance Check Operation in Jonesboro Results in Nine Arrests
The Jonesboro Police Department, alongside other agencies including the Craighead County Sheriff's Office, arrested nine people as part of a sex offender compliance check operation Tuesday.
$5M Bridge Loan Announced to Facilitate Purchase of Arkansas Peanut Harvest
A $5 million loan from the Governor's Quick Action Closing Fund will be used to facilitate Delta Peanut's purchase of this year's peanut harvest.
Hope Found of NEA’s 4th Annual Brewing Hope Coffee Festival Set for November in Downtown Jonesboro
Coffee lovers, rejoice! You can sip for a good cause in November at Hope Found of Northeast Arkansas's fourth annual Brewing Hope Coffee Festival.
Appeals Court Upholds 86-Year Sentence for Jonesboro Man Convicted of Raping Minor
The Arkansas Court of Appeals on Wednesday upheld the 86-year prison sentence of a Jonesboro man convicted of raping a minor.
Jonesboro’s Public Transportation Service Adds New Paratransit Vehicles to its Fleet
"We're just really happy to have them," Stephen Oakes, GOJO transit options supervisor, said. "We're very happy that we can expand our service a little bit, serve more of Jonesboro (as) safely as possible."
2 days ago in Sports
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight set for December in Cardiff
The long-awaited bout between British boxers Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will take place Dec. 11 in Cardiff, a promoter said Thursday. The two former heavyweight world champions will meet at the Principality Stadium, promoter Turki Alalshikh said on social media.
2 days ago in National
Judge orders White House to restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico. Reporters still blocked
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. Reporters from all three outlets, however, said they remained blocked a few hours after the ruling.
Jonesboro Man Facing 44 Counts of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material
A Jonesboro man faces multiple counts of possession or use of child sexual abuse material after police said they traced an online account containing illicit videos to his home network.
Downtown Jonesboro Roads to Close Beginning Thursday Night for BBQ Fest
Multiple road closures will be in effect in downtown Jonesboro beginning Thursday night for the upcoming Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Fest.