Portion of Craighead County Road to Close Starting Tuesday for Road Work
A portion of a Craighead County road will be closed starting Tuesday for road work.
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Lake City Volunteer Fire Department Among 65 Rural Fire Departments Awarded Wildland Fire Suppression Kit
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture awarded wildland fire suppression kits to 65 rural fire departments across the state, including a Craighead County fire department.
Jonesboro Library Launches “Hooked on Books” Adult Book Club
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library is launching a new adult book club, Hooked on Books, with its first meeting scheduled in June.
Craighead County Master Gardeners to Host Plant Swap at Jonesboro Library
Visitors may bring seeds and plants to trade or give away to other garden enthusiasts
Lions Club to Fly U.S. Flags Across Jonesboro for Memorial Day
Local businesses and offices will display the American flag on Monday, May 25, in recognition of Memorial Day.
Plastic bags don’t go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?
Soft, stretchy plastics can make up grocery bags, bubble wrap and more. They’re impossible to avoid and harder still to properly dispose of.
If thrown in the trash, they can take up to hundreds of years to degrade in landfills and release harmful microplastics into the environment.
A-State Chancellor Recognized as Rural Advocate of the Year
The award recognizes people across the state who demonstrate leadership and dedication to improving rural communities.
Jonesboro Girl is Quarter-Finalist in Nationwide Junior Ranger Competition
A Jonesboro 8-year-old is in the running for the nationwide Junior Ranger Competition.
A-State’s Beck Center for Veterans to Host Fourth Annual ‘Run to Remember’
This event is held each year near Memorial Day and honors fallen service members while supporting veterans who carry the legacy forward.
A Perfect Smoky Mountain Getaway From Northeast Arkansas: Dive Into Family Fun at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
A special 870 Deals combo package includes two tickets to Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies plus admission to two more Ripley’s attractions of your choice for just $67.