Jonesboro Public Schools offer free summer meals and more to all children
Jonesboro Public Schools is offering free meals to children at several locations as high prices and inflation remains a problem at the grocery store.
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Jonesboro man gets 15 years for shooting wife
A judge sentenced a Jonesboro man to 15 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections after he pleaded guilty to shooting his wife three times.
Jonesboro mother pleads guilty to battering six-month-old infant
A Jonesboro woman was sentenced to probation Monday after pleading guilty to severely injuring her infant child with injuries doctors compared to a “major car accident.”
Jonesboro gymnasts train for Olympic dreams
While most students are relaxing this summer, gymnasts at Jonesboro Gymnastics Academy are putting in 16-hour weeks.
Jonesboro Flag Day ceremony honors stars and stripes
Veterans and community members gathered at Jonesboro’s Elk’s Lodge Sunday to mark the adoption of the American flag.
Jonesboro restaurants host watch parties as U.S. begins World Cup run
The World Cup returned to U.S. soil, and local soccer fans gathered at restaurants to watch Team USA begin its tournament run.
Jonesboro celebrates Juneteenth with parade and community fair
Hundreds of community members lined up to celebrate Juneteenth in Jonesboro Saturday morning.
Freedom Fest returns in a new location for America 250
Jonesboro Media Group and K8 announced the relocation from the Southside Softball Complex to the campus of Arkansas State University for the America 250 Freedom Fest. It will take place on Saturday, July 4.
Jonesboro rape case dismissed after victim arrested in Florida
Prosecutors dropped rape charges this week against a man after the victim was arrested for negligent homicide in Florida.
Jonesboro teen’s Make-A-Wish Hawaii trip celebrated with surprise party
Leis and lemonade were out in front of Best Manufacturing in Jonesboro as the community gathered to send off a local teen to her dream destination in Hawaii.
Traffic stop leads to drug charges
Jonesboro police said Travion Bailey, 28, of Jonesboro, faces possession charges after officers found drugs on him.
Jonesboro man accused of criminal attempt and assault
On June 6 Jonesboro police officers responded to a residence on Neely Lane regarding an in-progress domestic disturbance.
Jonesboro Fire Department warns of phone scam targeting local businesses
Someone is calling Jonesboro businesses pretending to be with the fire department and demanding payment.
Several arrested after shooting in Jonesboro neighborhood
Jonesboro police arrested several people, including multiple juveniles, following a Wednesday afternoon shooting.
Jonesboro library launches free book delivery program
Homebound Jonesboro residents can now receive free book deliveries from the public library.
Three women plead guilty to stealing $4,000 in merchandise from Jonesboro stores
Three Northeast Arkansas women face felony theft and shoplifting charges for stealing more than $4,000 in merchandise from multiple Jonesboro retail stores.
Why More Homeowners Are Outsourcing Cleaning in 2026
By Busy Bee Home Solutions LLC — “Busy so you don’t have to be.” Serving Jonesboro & Northeast Arkansas
Jonesboro officer bitten by K9 during arrest
A Jonesboro police officer was bitten by his department’s K9 while trying to help the dog over a fence during a suspect’s arrest Sunday.
Jonesboro man arrested on theft charges
Jonesboro police said a Jonesboro man faces theft charges after a juvenile helped him steal multiple items from a Walmart.
Jonesboro man arrested on commercial burglary charges
Jonesboro police said a Jonesboro man is behind bars after he allegedly stole from a local store.
Statewide disability empowerment conference comes to Jonesboro
A statewide conference focused on empowering people with disabilities is in Jonesboro this week, drawing people from all across Arkansas.
Jonesboro library sees surge in parents seeking reading help
Books are flying off the shelves at the Jonesboro Public Library this summer as parents respond to a new state requirement.
Jonesboro receives grant for bulletproof vests
The city of Jonesboro has been awarded a $42,358 grant through the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program granted by the U.S. Department of Justice. The funding will allow the...
Jonesboro man dies in four-vehicle crash on U.S. 49
A Jonesboro man died Wednesday after his car hydroplaned and crossed the centerline on U.S. 49.