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City calls special council meeting to discuss payroll issues
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The City of Marked Tree called a special meeting Monday to approve the transfer of funds to cover payroll. City Council Member Michael Scott raised concerns about the longevity of the funds, asking, “As far as recuperating this, how long is this gonna last? This 40,000. How long will that last? I mean, is that gonna make payroll for a month?” Mayor Danny Johnson responded, “I don’t know; we’re just gonna go by ear.”
Red Cross opens shelter in Jonesboro following today’s storms
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – May 22, 2024 – The American Red Cross has opened a shelter for residents affected by today’s storm damage which left trees on homes and many without power. The shelter is located at Allen Park Community Center, 3609 Race St. Much of the wind damage from Wednesday’s storms were focused in the Fairview subdivision area located North of Race Street. Some residents were unable to remain in their homes due to damage from fallen trees.
Woman says she fled house where 73 dogs, 3 kids were rescued
CRITTENDEN COUNTY, Tenn. — A woman who once lived at the Arkansas home where 73 dogs and children were removed last week says she is relieved the kids and animals are now safe. The 31-year-old, who did not want to be identified, said she was a family friend and was invited to live on the […]
Community continues to clean up after storms
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Many in the Parkside area suffered heavy storm damage Wednesday afternoon. Since then, many residents took the next day to help each other clean up. “I just looked outside and saw the clouds were black,” resident Glen Bryant said. Further down the road, couple Linda...
May 23: What you need to know
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - We’re helping you plan your Thursday on Good Morning Region 8. Thunderstorm chances are in the forecast for the next several days, but not everyone will see storms every day. Today, scattered storms are possible with temperatures in the lower-80s. Severe weather is possible. In...
Program designed to provide lifesaving training
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) -A local security and training agency hosted an event at Embassy Suites to introduce the future regional training center. Proventus plans to use cutting-edge technology-based training, including augmented and virtual reality, to better prepare people for crises. The project aims to bring together law enforcement, military, healthcare,...
Selase Sampram qualifies for NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships
A personal-best performance by Arkansas State track and field thrower Selase Sampram on Thursday at the NCAA West Prelims ended in a successful bid into the NCAA Outdoor Championships in the women’s shot put. Sampram punched her ticket to nationals on her third and final attempt, tossing the implement...
Woman arrested after caregiver assaulted
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – May 21, 2o24 – A 74-year-old Jonesboro woman was arrested Monday, May 20, after police said she assaulted her husband’s caregiver and pointed a firearm at her, according to a Jonesboro police report. The 51-year-old victim said Loureta Copeland struck her...
K8 Investigates: Cracking the Cannabis Code
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Amidst state restrictions, one billboard in Jonesboro raises questions about cross-state advertising. A controversy surrounding recreational marijuana marketing in a state where it’s illegal has ignited debate. A billboard has stood tall for months on the corner of East Johnson Avenue and North Main Street that promotes “your state line dispensary.”
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