Jonesboro Parks and Recreation hosts first Red Wolf Renaissance Fair
Ticket holders from far and wide stepped into a whimsical realm of fantasy and history at the Red Wolf Renaissance Fair at Craighead Forest Park this past weekend.
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“Everybody thinks that Main Street is closed” Downtown business owners speak on effects of Main Street barricades
“If they’re closing Main Street for it to be safe, until the building is fixed…the building hasn’t been fixed in decades. So, that means Main Street would be closed for decades?”
One Tech Tip: Here’s what you need to do before and after your phone is stolen or lost
Phones hold so much of our digital lives — emails, social media and bank accounts, photos, chat messages and more — that if they ever get stolen or go missing, it can cause major disruption beyond just the loss of a device.
Pets of the Week Oct. 7
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Oct. 8, 2024 – Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available […]
Mega Millions tickets will climb to $5, but officials promise bigger prizes and better odds
The cost of buying a Mega Millions jackpot dream will soon more than double, but lottery officials said they’re confident players won’t mind paying more after changes that will lead to larger prizes and more frequent winners.
Don’t expect human life expectancy to grow much more, researcher says
Advances in medical technology and genetic research — not to mention larger numbers of people making it to age 100 — are not not translating into marked jumps in lifespan overall, according to researchers who found shrinking longevity increases in countries with the longest-living populations.
The 12 most wanted Halloween costumes for kids in 2024
Halloween 2024 is packed with trending costumes inspired by pop culture favorites like Barbie, Bluey, and Stranger Things. From classic pumpkins to the latest movie heroes, discover the costumes that are sure to make your little one stand out this spooky season.
Amazon, Target and other retailers are ramping up hiring for the holiday shopping season
Retailers are ramping up hiring for the holiday season, but fewer seasonal employees are expected to be taken on this year to help customers in stores and assemble online orders in warehouses.
Library’s new calendar goes live tomorrow
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library’s new public calendar will go live this Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Pets of the Week Sept. 30
Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available through area animal rescues and shelters, as well as opportunities to help homeless animals through foster programs, donations, and help with fundraisers and other family-friendly activities.