Craighead County

L.M. Duncan abruptly leaves city one month after return

JONESBORO, Ark. – Almost exactly one month after he returned to work for the City of Jonesboro, Chief Operating Officer L.M. Duncan is gone again. The reason for the departure was not released to NEA Report on Thursday but the latest exit by Duncan was not one which was expected, [read more…]

Craighead County

Corvette stolen off of sales lot in Jonesboro

UPDATE: The suspect who took the Corvette on a joyride completely totaled the vehicle Thursday. Authorities processed the wreckage at Central Collision Repair on Thursday after the wreckage was recovered. The suspect faces a felony charge of vehicle theft valued at over $25,000. JONESBORO, Ark. — A man took inspiration from [read more…]

Craighead County

Little hands come to JPD bearing gifts Wednesday

JONESBORO, Ark. – A group from the Little Heroes Learning Academy made some local officers feel appreciated Wednesday The group visited Jonesboro Police Department, Caraway Road in Jonesboro, Wednesday. Community Outreach Officer Sgt. Cassie Brandon gave a tour of the station to the youngsters. K9 Officer Tony Zaffarano, with his [read more…]

Lawrence County

Large house fire in Walnut Ridge

WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. – Fire crews in Lawrence County worked a major house fire Wednesday afternoon in Walnut Ridge. The fire location was at 207 Arkansas Avenue in Walnut Ridge. Crews were on the scene as of 4 p.m. Wednesday, with flames visibly blasting through the roof and enormous amounts of [read more…]

Craighead County

Reports of dogs in hot cars continue

JONESBORO, Ark. – With the temperature hotter than any other week of the year, one would hope pet owners would remember their four-legged friends now more than ever. Several incidents show some still aren’t thinking about their dog’s well-being. Several incidents have occurred in July in Jonesboro with pet owners [read more…]

Craighead County

A/C vandals at it again

JONESBORO, Ark. – Vandals remain intent on taking apart air conditioner units across Northeast Arkansas to get copper and sell it but Tuesday night, at least one may have gotten cold feet before he could get his prize. A homeowner contacted police on the 1200-block of South Madison Avenue in [read more…]