79th annual Caraway 4th of July Picnic back on track
The 79th Annual Caraway 4th of July Picnic is back on track after an outpouring of volunteers showed up to show their support in a meeting Monday night.
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Public storm shelters across Craighead County
In response to incoming severe weather, JRN has compiled a list of public storm shelters across Craighead County, plus Paragould. This list will be updated as we learn of more shelters opening.
JETS Aquatic Club offering free assessments, chance to join squad
The JETS Aquatic Club is looking to add new members as it offers free swim assessments and the opportunity to join the JETS Summer Swim Squad.
Jonesboro’s El Centro Hispano to host summer language camps for kids
As summer approaches, El Centro Hispano (The Hispanic Center) will be providing educational programs for kids with the center’s Spanish Camp and its free La Escuelita Summer Program.
Jonesboro Kiwanis Club awards 6 scholarships to high school seniors
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Jonesboro awarded its B.H. “Pop” Parrish Scholarships to six high school seniors from three local school districts during the club’s monthly meeting on Wednesday afternoon.
Jonesboro students learn to dress for success at necktie event
Jonesboro students got to learn how to dress for success Wednesday afternoon, giving them the skills they need to make an impression.
Jonesboro students showcase collaborative projects at EAST Night Out
Several projects were on display at a Jonesboro school Tuesday night, showing off local students’ creativity and critical thinking skills when combating community issues.
Pets of the Week May 12
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.” We will feature a handful of animals each week.
Jonesboro firefighters step up to ‘Fill the Boot’
Firefighters from Jonesboro’s International Association of Fire Fighters Local 3718 volunteered their time on Friday to Fill the Boot and raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
‘Meet Me on Main’ celebrates upcoming reopening of downtown Jonesboro roads
Downtown Jonesboro celebrated the upcoming reopening of Main Street with “Meet Me on Main,” a festival filled with vendors, food and fun.