JONESBORO, Ark. — Second Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney Sonia F. Hagood announced that a Craighead County jury has convicted Keyonte Wilbourn of first-degree murder for the death of 20-year-old Brandon Wilson on July 24, 2022. Circuit Judge Chris Thyer presided over the trial. At approximately 4:45 a.m. on the morning [read more…]
JONESBORO, Ark. — A man is accused of aggravated assault law enforcement and numerous other charges after a disturbance on Tuesday in Jonesboro. On January 14, officers with the Jonesboro Police Department responded to the 800 block of Alex Drive for a disturbance, according to the probable cause affidavit. Officers [read more…]
JONESBORO, Ark. – Attention cyclists and adventure enthusiasts! Prepare to mark your calendars for a thrilling weekend of grit, camaraderie, and celebration as Jonesboro proudly hosts The Skirmish – A Delta Gravel Festival, May 29 – June 1, 2025. “From the rolling hills of Crowley’s Ridge to the sprawling farmlands [read more…]
PARAGOULD, Ark. — Charges are pending against a mother in Greene County accused of providing her child alcohol and THC gummies, a probable cause affidavit said this week. The affidavit says on Jan. 6, 2025, the Arkansas Child Abuse Hotline received a report regarding a parent giving a teenager marijuana [read more…]
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced that she has appointed Jerry Halsey to the Arkansas State Highway Commission. His term expires January 14, 2035. He is replacing Alec Farmer. “Jerry is an incredibly gifted businessman, a leader in Jonesboro, and most importantly, a great friend. I know [read more…]
JONESBORO, Ark. — The Jonesboro Public Safety Committee agenda for Tuesday, January 21 includes a resolution to hire Nabholz Construction to manage the removal of the building formerly known as Citizens Bank. The resolution also authorizes up to $3.25 million of American Rescue Plan Act originated funding for the project. [read more…]
LITTLE ROCK — The Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Arkansas State Police (ASP) have launched a new webpage dedicated to assisting victims of human trafficking. The launch coincides with National Human Trafficking Month, emphasizing the state’s commitment to supporting victims and educating the public on recognizing signs of human [read more…]
JONESBORO, Ark. — E.C. Barton & Company is excited to announce the opening of six new Home Outlet stores in 2025. The new stores will be located in Athens, GA; Newnan, GA; Myrtle Beach, SC; Murfreesboro, TN; Mooresville, NC and Clarksville, TN. The additions bring the total store count of [read more…]
JONESBORO, Ark. — A conflict on Facebook has led to a lawsuit being filed by an Arkansas lawyer against a Tennessee man who runs a yard sale group for alleged defamation. Luther Sutter filed the complaint on Wednesday, Jan 15 against Thurstle Mullen in Craighead County Circuit Court, alleging defamation [read more…]
JONESBORO, Ark. — Two people are dead and a homicide investigation is underway in Jonesboro. According to an update from the Jonesboro Police Department, detectives were investigating a suspected homicide that occurred Wednesday afternoon in the 400 block of Foster Drive. The release said around 2:30 p.m., officers were called [read more…]
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