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Labor day schedule for City of Jonesboro

Press Release – Bill Campbell, Jonesboro Communications Director Labor Day Schedule   Sanitation Closed Monday, Sept. 5 Monday route collection Tuesday, Sept. 6 Tuesday route collection Tuesday, Sept. 6 Wednesday route collection Wednesday, Sept. 7 Thursday route collection Thursday; Sept. 8 Friday route collection Friday; Sept. 9 Incinerator Schedule Closed [read more…]

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2010 Bicyclist Safety Ordinance in Jonesboro

AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH TRAFFIC LAWS PERTAINING TO THE OPERATION OF BICYCLES ON JONESBORO CITY STREETS Whereas, because cycling has become more popular in the City of Jonesboro; and Whereas, because there have been accidents involving cyclists and drivers of vehicles; and Whereas, because cyclist and drivers both need to [read more…]

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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…]

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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…]

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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…]

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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…]