Craighead County

Woman Faces Numerous Animal Cruelty Charges in Jonesboro

JONESBORO, Ark. – A woman was cited on numerous counts of animal cruelty after an incident this week in Jonesboro. Police responded at 6 PM to the 100-block of East Center Street in Jonesboro to a report of dogs at large, the incident report released by the Jonesboro Police Department [read more…]

Craighead County

Copenhaver appoints Wells as JET Director

JONESBORO, Ark. – Lee Wells has been selected as the new JET (Jonesboro Economical Transportation) Director for the City of Jonesboro. Wells has served as the Interim Director of JET since October 2023, supervising daily operations and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local laws, while building a positive work environment [read more…]

Craighead County

Give Life Luncheon Set for April 11

JONESBORO, Ark. – In partnership with Mid-America Transplant, NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation will host a “Give Life”, luncheon. This is your opportunity to engage with experts and learn about life-saving organ and tissue donation initiatives. It will take place on Thursday, April 11 at the Cooper Alumni Center. The event [read more…]

Greene County

‘Revolutionary’ FDA-Approved Medication for Alzheimer Now at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center

PARAGOULD, Ark. — Arkansas Methodist Medical Center (AMMC) proudly announces the introduction of LEQEMBI (Lecanemab), a groundbreaking FDA-approved medication aimed at slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and enhancing the quality of life for patients and their caregivers. LEQEMBI represents a significant advancement in Alzheimer’s treatment, as it targets the [read more…]