Arvest Foundation Awards $5K Grant to Single Parent Scholarship Fund
The grant will fund scholarships for single parents in Craighead, Baxter and Boone counties.
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Nonprofit Seeks to Bring Homelessness Support to Jonesboro
“Together We Home” is an initiative led by Rashawn Vaughan that is dedicated to helping individuals and families experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives.
How Arkansas’ Comparative Fault Rule Affects Jonesboro Accident Claims | REES LAW, THE EXPERT
Rees Law Firm in Jonesboro has spent more than 30 years handling personal injury and auto accident claims in Northeast Arkansas.
Jonesboro City Council Indefinitely Tables Ordinance that would Establish Sports Tourism Committee
The committee would have been responsible for determining the best practices, operational methods, and tourism strategies regarding youth sports, serving in a strictly advisory role.
Public Comment Period Open for Proposed Changes to Jonesboro’s Public Transit System
GOJO, the city’s public transit system, is seeking public comment as it prepares to make adjustments and changes to its fares and routes, director Lee Wells said during Tuesday’s city council meeting.
Why losing weight isn’t just about counting calories — and what to do about it
Fad diets come and go, but the underlying message almost always follows a simple equation. If you consume fewer calories than you burn, the weight will melt away. In principle, it’s true. And counting calories can be a useful tool for managing weight. But it only works if you know what numbers you’re counting.
Public Input Meetings Scheduled for Proposed Park Expansion Grant in Jonesboro
Two public input meetings are scheduled for later in July, inviting residents to provide their opinions on park improvements.
Lynette Hirsch to be Next FOA Executive Director in Jonesboro
The Foundation of Arts has a new executive director, the nonprofit organization announced Monday morning.
FOA’s Stage, Too Reveals July Entertainment Lineup
The Foundation of Arts’ (FOA) Stage, Too venue has announced its July entertainment lineup.
Match on Main Scheduled in Downtown Jonesboro
Soccer fans are invited to downtown Jonesboro once again to cheer on Team USA in the World Cup.