Local nonprofit helping seniors stay warm this holiday season
UAMS Center on Aging Northeast organizes sock and blanket drive
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6th annual Pink Warrior Fun Run/Walk in Jonesboro set for October
In honor of National Breast Cancer Month in October, the St. Bernards Women’s Council will be hosting its 6th annual Pink Warrior Fun Run/Walk in Jonesboro.
Nonprofit ASPSF names A-State alum as Volunteer of the Month
Statewide nonprofit Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund is proud to honor Shaneka Brandon of Craighead County as the September 2025 Volunteer of the Month.
Jimmy Franklin named Kiwanis President
Jimmy Franklin was named the club’s president Thursday during the club’s annual awards and installation banquet at The Parsonage restaurant. I
Large crowds attend BBQ and Music Festival
Barbecue smoke and music fills the air downtown for the weekend
United Way of NEA celebrates Day of Caring
The United Way of Northeast Arkansas celebrated its annual Day of Caring on Friday with numerous community service projects.
Upcoming Halloween events in Craighead County
With October right around the corner, JRN has compiled a list of upcoming family-friendly Halloween events in Craighead County.
Parade for Health, Wellness and Environmental Studies Magnet Elementary School celebrates school improvement
Excitement filled the air Thursday morning as Jonesboro Public Schools held a special parade for Health, Wellness and Environmental Studies (HWES) Magnet Elementary School for earning a high rating in education quality.
Lice concerns rise as children return to school. Here’s what parents can do
Children have returned to school and are bringing home stories about the things they learned and the friends they made. But some parents are concerned they could also be bringing home a tiny nuisance — lice.
Neighborhood Cleanup for October scheduled
The Neighborhood Cleanup for October has been scheduled.