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Jonesboro News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Jonesboro News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas. From local government and business developments to Arkansas State University, education, healthcare, public safety, agriculture, economic growth, and community events across Craighead County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a student, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Northeast Arkansas's…
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Mount Pleasant Loses Its Fire Chief | Jonesboro News
Mount Pleasant mourns the loss of Donnie Ray Fulbright, its beloved fire chief for 46 years — the man who literally built the department from scratch. At 66…
- Jonesboro News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Crowley's Ridge College Reborn | Jonesboro News
Crowley’s Ridge College is set to reopen in fall 2026 after closing in 2022, thanks to a new ownership group securing funding and rebuilding programs — a major…
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Extreme Heat Advisory: Stay Safe | Jonesboro News
East Arkansas and West Tennessee are sweltering under a dangerous heatwave, with the heat index soaring and officials warning this extreme weather will linger…
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Arkansas State Gets New Volleyball Court | Jonesboro News
Arkansas State volleyball is getting a major upgrade with the installation of a state-of-the-art Teraflex court at First National Bank Arena — a game-changing…
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Northeast Arkansas Auctions and Alerts | Jonesboro News
Tax-delinquent properties are hitting the auction block across Northeast Arkansas, offering investors prime deals—but with a twist: health alerts, legal…
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Man and Mother Face Capital Charges | Jonesboro News
A 33-year-old man in Emmet, already jailed for rape and domestic battery, now faces capital murder charges after a four-year-old girl died from severe…
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Arkansas Trooper Assaulted on Duty | Jonesboro News
A trooper in Rogers, Arkansas, was assaulted while on duty this week by suspect Jaime Mena-Najera, who fled the scene. Authorities are now urgently searching…
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West Memphis Double Homicide Under Investigation | Jonesboro News
West Memphis is reeling from a devastating double homicide where Malik Jones and Shaniya Smith were shot and killed at home—police say they tried to save them…
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St. Vincent’s Faces Out-of-Network Lawsuit | Jonesboro News
St. Vincent’s hospital system in Arkansas is facing a major lawsuit from Arkansas Blue Cross over alleged out-of-network billing, accused of deliberately…
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Abbey Road Car Show Returns | Jonesboro News
Get ready for the Abbey Road Car Show on Saturday, September 19th in downtown Walnut Ridge—part of the legendary Beatles at the Ridge festival! Celebrating its…
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Arkansas Democrats Demand Force Policy Review | Jonesboro News
Arkansas Democrats are demanding a full review of State Police use-of-force policies after two shocking videos surfaced from Mississippi County, showing…
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Warren Homicide Under Investigation | Jonesboro News
A deadly shooting in Warren has sparked a major homicide investigation led by Arkansas State Police, who are working diligently to piece together the events…
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Brothers Charged in Madison County Murder | Jonesboro News
Two brothers in Madison County, Darrell and Joshua Napolitano, face deadly charges after the July 3rd death of Anthony Wright—Darrell indicted for first-degree…
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Arkansas Sextortion Case Deepens | Jonesboro News
A shocking sextortion case in Arkansas and Missouri has erupted around David Paeper, accused of using explicit material to blackmail victims — a crime with…
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Arkansas Police Probe Mississippi County Traffic Stop | Jonesboro News
Arkansas State Police are launching a full investigation into a high-profile traffic stop in Mississippi County involving Pedro Gonzalez and an ICE detainer —…
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78 Arkansas Guardsmen Return from D.C. Deployment | Jonesboro News
Seventy-eight Arkansas National Guard soldiers from the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade have returned home after a deployment to Washington D.C. for “D.C. Safe…
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Arkansas Man Faces Murder Charges | Jonesboro News
Fifty-six-year-old Rudy Ray is back in Arkansas facing murder, abuse of a corpse, and tampering with evidence after being arrested in Tennessee tied to the…
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West Memphis Shooting Leaves Community Shaken | Jonesboro News
West Memphis is reeling after a deadly shooting that left Malik Jones dead, with a juvenile suspect now in custody — a heartbreaking case that underscores the…
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Corning Bypass Construction Begins | Jonesboro News
Arkansas is rolling out its biggest highway upgrade yet—the Corning Bypass—set to slash traffic jams and speed up travel on I-57. With construction officially…
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Franklin County Homicide Update | Jonesboro News
A chilling homicide in Franklin County, Arkansas, has sent shockwaves through the community—Terrance Kiggins was killed, and his brother, J.M. Kiggins, now…
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Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Recalled Lettuce | Jonesboro News
A Cyclospora outbreak linked to recalled lettuce is spreading in Craighead County, Arkansas, prompting urgent health alerts. Symptoms include severe…
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Gojo Transit Goes Digital with Umo App | Jonesboro News
Gojo’s public transit is shaking things up with a bold new move: ditching old payment methods for the sleek Umo app. This isn’t just about convenience—it’s a…
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Arkansas Deploys License Plate Tech | Jonesboro News
Arkansas is rolling out automatic license plate readers across over 100 law enforcement agencies, hailed by police chiefs as a game-changing tool for public…
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Rural Health Boost in Northeast Arkansas | Jonesboro News
Mississippi County Hospital System in Northeast Arkansas just landed a major Rural Health Transformation Program grant — a game-changer for rural healthcare…
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Arkansas Man Arrested in Child Abuse Probe | Jonesboro News
Arkansas State Police arrest man in Hempstead County over alleged child abuse, sparking urgent investigation as authorities urge anyone with info to come…
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Arkansas Youth Connect with Nature | Jonesboro News
Arkansas is sparking a love for nature in young people through its “My Natural State Story” writing contest, where student winners got to meet Governor…
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Fatal Crash in Newport Arkansas | Jonesboro News
A fatal crash on Arkansas State Highway 14 in Newport has shaken the community, leaving families grieving and authorities racing to uncover the cause. With…
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Behind the Scenes: Power Line Maintenance | Jonesboro News
Behind the scenes, Craighead Electric is tackling vital right-of-way maintenance around Lake City in Northeast Arkansas—clearing trees and brush near Bowman…
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Operation Hope Finds Missing Arkansas Children | Jonesboro News
Arkansas launches Operation Hope, a sweeping statewide effort to find and rescue missing children—especially those in foster care or aging out of the system—by…
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Arkansas Tree Service Under Fire | Jonesboro News
Arkansas’ Capital City Tree Service is under fire after being accused of violating consumer protection laws by overcharging and delivering subpar or…
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Meta Sued Over Teen Mental Health | Jonesboro News
Meta’s under fire as multiple states, including Arkansas, sue the company for allegedly designing Facebook and Instagram to be addictive and harmful to teens —…
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Arkansas County Gets $25M Justice Upgrade | Jonesboro News
Pulaski County in Arkansas is set to receive $25 million in federal funds for a brand-new courthouse and jail, tackling decades of overcrowding and modernizing…
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CWL Proposes Rate Hike for New Power Plant | Jonesboro News
Jonesboro’s City Water and Light is proposing a $5.50 monthly rate hike for residential customers to fund a new natural gas plant, aiming to secure reliable…
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Benjamin Slagley Faces Serious Charges | Jonesboro News
Benjamin Slagley from Swifton is facing serious charges including arson and sexual assault in Jackson County, arrested earlier this week as authorities…
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Seeking Rebecca Montgomery in Trumann | Jonesboro News
Seeking Rebecca Montgomery in Trumann | Jonesboro News
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Arkansas Trooper Incident Under Review | Jonesboro News
A viral Arkansas dashcam video shows a state trooper allegedly striking an 18-year-old during a traffic stop, sparking a federal civil rights lawsuit. The head…
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Harvest to Hallways Brings Fresh Food to Schools | Jonesboro News
The USDA’s Harvest to Hallways initiative is revolutionizing school lunches by linking local farms directly to cafeterias, slashing transit time and boosting…
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Arkansas Fugitive Linked to Missing Woman | Jonesboro News
Fugitive Rudy Ray, 56, from Trumann, Arkansas, is in custody after being pulled over in Franklin, Tennessee—just as local cops were already hunting him for…
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Arkansas Events and Updates | Jonesboro News
Jonesboro’s A-State celebration kicks off September 9th with fun for all, while TLC Keys to Independence raises funds October 2nd and youth cheer/dance teams…
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Arkansas Simplifies College Access | Jonesboro News
Arkansas just dropped a game-changer for high school seniors: the Arkansas Access Portal, designed to slash college application stress and costs. This one-stop…
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Arkansas Hits Record Low Unemployment | Jonesboro News
Arkansas just hit a historic milestone: its unemployment rate plunged to a record-low 2.9% in July, the lowest since 1976, with over 1.3 million residents now…
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DWI Arrest in Monticello Arkansas | Jonesboro News
A 29-year-old man from Monticello, Arkansas, Anthony Wright, was arrested on July 3rd for DWI and resisting arrest after refusing to cooperate with Arkansas…
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Prison Smuggling Ring Uncovered | Jonesboro News
Two inmates and an outside accomplice face federal charges for smuggling cell phones and drugs into Arkansas’s Forrest City Federal Correctional Complex — a…
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Remains Found in Trumann Investigation | Jonesboro News
Trumann authorities found what they believe are human remains during a search warrant at a property linked to missing person Rebecca Spray—whose disappearance…
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K-9 Reaper Leads Major Drug Bust | Jonesboro News
Trumann police, aided by K-9 Reaper, pulled off a massive drug bust seizing over 16 pounds of marijuana, 30 pounds of THC gummies, and 125 packages of THC…
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New Hunting Permit System Sparks Debate | Jonesboro News
A new hunting permit system is rolling out in Northeast Arkansas to tackle overcrowding and game pressure, requiring weekly $5 applications for assigned…
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Paragould Road Closure for Big Upgrades | Jonesboro News
Paragould’s South Eleventh Avenue is shutting down for major underground infrastructure upgrades—water and sewer lines are being overhauled to prevent future…
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Jonesboro Road Work Update | Jonesboro News
Jonesboro’s tackling major road upgrades on Walnut Street and Springwood Drive—yes, it means detours and delays, but city leaders say it’s a necessary…
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Arkansas Lottery Win and Fire Grants | Jonesboro News
A North Little Rock man just won $10,000 on a $10 scratch-off ticket—proof that luck can strike anywhere. Meanwhile, six Arkansas volunteer fire departments…
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Arkansas Medicaid Expansion Moves Forward | Jonesboro News
Arkansas is pushing forward with major Medicaid reforms designed to expand access to critical services like dental and vision care, sparking intense debate…
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Parental Stress at Back-to-School | Jonesboro News
Parents are feeling the heat as kids head back to school—new routines, social shifts, and academic pressures are triggering serious anxiety across the board. A…
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Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over | Jonesboro News
Arkansas is cracking down hard this Labor Day weekend with “Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over” — extra cops on the road to stop impaired drivers, because even one…
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Arkansas State Launches Red Wolf Routes | Jonesboro News
Arkansas State University is launching Red Wolf Routes, a new public transit system designed to seamlessly connect students and residents across campus and…
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Tragedy on Highway 63 in Arkansas | Jonesboro News
A tragic crash on U.S. Highway 63 in Lawrence County, Arkansas, claimed the life of a 19-year-old after their vehicle collided with a semi-truck. The Arkansas…
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Arkansas Surges Ahead in Population Growth | Jonesboro News
Arkansas is surging ahead as a top destination for population growth, ranking sixth nationwide according to a new Smartasset study — and it’s not a fluke. With…
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Arkansas Launches College Application Hub | Jonesboro News
Arkansas is launching a game-changing online portal to simplify college applications for high school students, aiming to boost enrollment and level the playing…
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Arkansas Duck Hunting Access in Flux | Jonesboro News
Duck hunters in Northeast Arkansas are facing a major shift as the St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area considers switching to a lottery system…
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Jacksonville Arkansas Child Abuse Case | Jonesboro News
A chilling case is unfolding in Jacksonville, Arkansas, as Michael Heird faces serious charges for child sexual abuse material. The Arkansas Attorney General’s…
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Arkansas Wildfire Risk Soars | Jonesboro News
Arkansas braces for wildfire danger as 19 counties face high-risk conditions—dry winds and heat mean even small sparks could ignite fast-moving fires…
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Boosting Volunteer Firefighter Safety | Jonesboro News
Volunteer firefighters across the nation are getting a major boost—thanks to a new initiative backed by the National Volunteer Fire Council and State Farm…