Proposed 2027 Operating Budget Presented at Craighead County Quorum Court Meeting
The Craighead County Quorum Court on Monday saw a presentation of the proposed 2027 county operating budget.
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Trash, Recycling Pickup Schedules in Jonesboro to be Adjusted for Veterans Day Holiday
Sanitation schedules for the City of Jonesboro will be adjusted on Wednesday in recognition of Veterans Day.
A language of belonging: Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors
Losing a tangible connection to your family’s ancestral homeland can bring unexpected sorrow, whether through the death of an older relative, the sale of a property passed down for generations gets sold or the destruction a handful of surviving heirlooms.
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Display U.S. Flags for Veterans Day Across Community
United Stages flags will be displayed during the day at many Jonesboro businesses and offices on Wednesday in honor of Veterans Day.
FOA Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting of New Mural, Tap Room Renovations in Downtown Jonesboro
City leaders and artists gathered Monday morning to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the Foundation of Arts’ newest mural and renovated tap room.
Public Comment Period Open for National Heritage Area Designation Study that Includes Craighead County, Northeast Arkansas
Officials with the study are currently seeking public comment, which closes Dec. 11.
Lecture-Concert Series at A-State to Host Dr. Adam Feltz on Ethical Interactions
This series is held annually and features performers and educators sharing their talent and wisdom earned through practice.
Inaugural Grain and Gather Festival Brings Block Party, Brat-Eating Contest to Downtown Jonesboro
Kelly Robbins, Executive Director of the Arkansas Rice Federation, said that the event would not be possible without rice farmers and the community that supports them.
Christmas at the Park Returns to Jonesboro with New Attractions and Two Ways to Celebrate
New light displays will join returning favorites along a drive-through route spanning more than a half-mile and featuring over 400,000 lights.
Volunteers, Desserts Needed as Organizers Prepare for 30th Year of Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal
“It’s just fun to see the people from year to year,” said event organizer Barbara Sanders. “Whoever’s hungry or lonely that day, that’s where they just need to go.”