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Scam Announced In Lawrence County

This morning we were alerted about a scam in our area. Black Rock Police have made us aware of a scam concerning loved ones incarcerated in local detention centers. Scammers are claiming to represent local bail/bonding companies using high pressure tactics to scam money from family members of those incarcerated.

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Jonesboro Man Sentenced to Probation in School Bus Threat Case

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – A Jonesboro man who threatened a school bus driver in September has pleaded guilty to a felony charge. Court documents say that Africa Elijah Anderson, 30, entered a guilty plea Nov. 9 to first-degree terroristic threatening, a class D felony. A charge of misdemeanor criminal trespassing was nolle prossed.

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Valley View Head Coach Sean Cockrell stepping down at the end of the year

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) -Sean Cockrell is stepping down at the end of the year, according to Valley View Athletic Director Ron Teat. Cockrell served as the Valley View head football coach for 13 seasons. During those 13 years with the Blazers, he had 89 wins, nine state playoff appearances and...

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Man Accused of Hitting Woman With Tequila Bottle in Jonesboro

JONESBORO, Ark. — A man faces a felony charge after a woman told police he hit her in the head with a tequila bottle and choked her at a home on Nov. 8. David Lajuan Hightower is charged with second-degree domestic battering, a Class B felony. Bond was set at $75,000 on Nov. 9 by District Judge Tommy Fowler, who ordered Hightower to wear a GPS ankle monitor and comply with a no-contact order if released.

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State Review Finds ‘Zero Overlap’ Between Former DHS Worker’s Duties and CSAM Allegedly Found in Investigation

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) has found no connection between the official duties of a former Craighead County caseworker and child sexual abuse material (CSAM) allegedly found during an investigation. In an update provided to JRN on Monday afternoon,...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Sanders Announces Appointments, Four from Jonesboro

Little Rock, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Friday announced appointments to various governing boards and commissions, with four of the appointees being from Jonesboro. Gina Gomez was appointed to the 2030 Arkansas Complete Count Committee. This is a new position, with her...

Jonesboro, AR · 2d

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Walnut Ridge Man Booked On Warrant In Randolph County

29 year old, Treyton Johnson of Walnut Ridge was arrested by the Pocahontas Police Department and booked into the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center on Sunday November 8th 2026. Johnson was booked on a charge of :. Warrant. Unauthorized Use Of A Motor Vehicle-Misd. Johnson is currently incarcerated...

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Jackson County Judge Jeff Phillips announces retirement

JACKSON COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - Jackson County Judge Jeff Phillips is retiring at the end of his current term. Phillips has served in county government for 20 years and has served Jackson County residents for more than three decades, he said in a news release announcing his retirement. Phillips said...

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Crash with injuries blocks traffic on US 412

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A crash with injuries blocked traffic at the intersection of U.S. Highway 412 and State Highway 141 Monday afternoon, according to the Arkansas Department of Transportation. The ARDOT reported the crash at 3:39 p.m. All lanes and directions of traffic were impacted before the scene was...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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From U.S. Marine Machinist to Arkansas Manufacturer

For Nick Ross of Jonesboro, machining was not simply a trade he discovered after leaving the military. Ross received his first machining certification while serving in the United States Marine Corps. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, he used those skills to provide machining support for troops in the field. In the combat environment, equipment had to function, resources could be limited, and problems had to be solved.

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Jonesboro bans camping in parks outside designated areas

Camping in Jonesboro parks is now against the law unless it takes place in a designated camping area.

Jonesboro, AR · 22h

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Sanders Names Four Jonesboro Residents to State Boards and Panels

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders named four Jonesboro residents to state panels that oversee census outreach, environmental rules and dental licensing, her office announced Friday, Nov. 6. Andrea Allen and Gina Gomez will serve on the 2030 Arkansas Complete Count Committee. Landon Wilson will join the...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Mr. Randy Story Of Lynn Is Once Again Offering FREE Senior Photos

Mr. Randy Story of Lynn (Lawrence County, Arkansas) will shoot senior photographs for any graduating high school senior in Lawrence County (or nearby counties) who is unable to afford them for FREE. Here are the guidelines he requires to be met:. 1) A parent/legal guardian must accompany the student to...

Lawrence County, AR · 2d

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Short Circuit Returns for a Second Year, and First Time at Ray’s Wildcat Dragstrip in Arkansas, for a 2-Day Drag and Drive Experience!

After the initial event was held at Tulsa Raceway Park in 2025, Drag Drive Repeat moved it to the grassroots and well-storied Ray's Wildcat Dragstrip in Arkansas for the second helping of Short Circuit. The Friday and Saturday format was well received, and when final racing was complete, it was...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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OPINION | A Fan’s Perspective

Jonesboro Right Now publishes contributed commentaries on a variety of topics. Opinions presented do not necessarily reflect those of the newsroom or management. To join the conversation, visit the Opinions and Editorials or email news@jonesbororightnow.com. Jonesboro, AR – Contributed – Well, the University of Louisiana at Monroe has started a...

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Jonesboro native and World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Family, friends, and community members gathered Saturday to celebrate the 100th birthday of Pearly Lasley, a Jonesboro native and World War II veteran. Asked about the secret to reaching age 100, Lasley emphasized being careful about the company you keep and attending church. “Watch what you...

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Christmas at the Park returns to Jonesboro Nov. 26

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Christmas at the Park returns to Joe Mack Campbell Park on Thursday, Nov. 26, with more than 400,000 lights, new attractions and, for the first time, a Christmas Eve opening. The event, at 600 Harry Drive, runs through Dec. 24. On Christmas Eve, the first 200...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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State Officials Lift Harmful Algal Bloom Advisory for Lake Poinsett

Harrisburg, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – State officials have lifted the Harmful Algal Advisory for Lake Poinsett, over two months since the advisory was initially enacted. The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment’s Division of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the decision Monday after testing water samples collected over the past two weeks. The results confirmed that the toxin levels in the Poinsett County lake have fully dissipated and are now within safe recreational levels.

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Two Black River Tech nursing students receive Leave A Legacy scholarships

Two nursing students at Black River Technical College are receiving scholarships designed to help ease the cost of becoming licensed nurses. BRTC has awarded the Leave A Legacy Scholarship to Ashlee Taber of Jonesboro and Carleigh Smith of Lafe. Taber is a 2022 graduate of Nettleton High School, while Smith...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Injury Crash on State Highway 91 Blocks Traffic in Jonesboro

A crash involving injuries has shut down traffic along State Highway 91 in Jonesboro, according to a report from KAIT8. The extent of the injuries and the number of people affected have not been released. Involved in this crash, or know someone who was?. Get help finding the official report...

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