Jan 21, 2026 - NEA Report

DOJ: Violent Sex Offender from Blytheville Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Production of Child Pornography

Jan 21, 2026 Press Release 0

Defendant also received 10-year sentence for illegally possessing firearms. JONESBORO— A Blytheville man involved in drugs, guns, and child pornography will spend the next 20 years in federal prison. Jeremy Barnett was sentenced to 240 months’ incarceration today after being convicted for illegally possessing firearms and production of child pornography. [read more…]

VIDEO: Mayor Faces Sharp Criticism at Jonesboro City Council Meeting Over Parks, Youth Sports Issues

Jan 21, 2026 NEA Report 5

JONESBORO, Ark. — Jonesboro Mayor Harold Copenhaver faced sustained criticism during a lengthy City Council meeting Tuesday night, with multiple speakers questioning his handling of concerns tied to former Parks and Recreation Director Danny Kapales, who resigned and is under FBI investigation. Much of the criticism centered on allegations that [read more…]

Craighead County Lifts Burn Ban Following Recent Rainfall

Jan 21, 2026 Press Release 0

Craighead County, AR — Effective immediately, Craighead County Judge Marvin Day has lifted the burn ban previously enacted on January 15th. Due to the recent rainfall, conditions have improved, reducing the risk of fires and making it safe to resume controlled outdoor burning. While the burn ban has been lifted, [read more…]

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