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The Golden Grotto to Close After 41 Years in Jonesboro

JONESBORO, Ark. — The Golden Grotto, a costume and party supply store on Red Wolf Boulevard, is closing after 41 years in Jonesboro. A store closing sale begins Friday, Nov. 13. The store cited several circumstances in its Facebook announcement. The post gave no specific reason or final day...

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Marion Berry Trail Draws $2.38 Million Low Bid, $884,000 Above Early Estimate

JONESBORO, Ark. — The lowest bid to build a protected walking and biking path over the Marion Berry Parkway overpass came in at $2.38 million, about $884,000 above the city’s initial estimate. Even if Jonesboro takes both cuts offered in the bid, the construction price would still be nearly $1.96 million.

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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10 Arkansas Weekend Events Stranger And Bigger Than You’d Expect Before The Year Ends

Arkansas weekends can get surprisingly unusual once you look past the usual state park trip. Between the Ozarks and the Delta, a handful of annual events draw big crowds for reasons that sound almost made up. There are festivals built around hot air balloons, a gathering of hobby fans, a toy-filled downtown celebration, and a parade of lights on the river.

Little Rock, AR · 1d

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Dying Delta Towns Compare Notes on Data Centers

L to R: Tonya Calhoun, Senior Director, Community Engagement, EDF; Stacie Walters Fujii, Community and Local Government Advisor; Asia Guest, Program Coordinator, Community Engagement, Environmental Defense Fund. Stein Antiques, The Glory Grill and Davis Automotive repair shop are still up and running, surrounded by empty buildings shot through with roping...

Earle, AR · 2d

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Downtown Jonesboro Roads to be Closed Saturday for Veterans Day Parade

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – Roads in downtown Jonesboro will be closed Saturday for the Veterans Day parade. The closures go into effect at 8 a.m. on Saturday and will conclude at 1 p.m., according to an update from the city. The following roads will be closed:

Jonesboro, AR · 9h

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Independence County quorum court hears about speeders on county road, levies taxes

Kathy Stobaugh wants drivers on Quarry B Road to slow down, and Monday night she came to the Independence County Quorum Court meeting asking for help. Stobaugh said Quarry B is on the back side of the local industrial park, with a lot of traffic on her road, which is in a residential area. “There is a lack of respect for the homes, people and animals – it’s just not right. … It’s an accident waiting to happen.”

Independence County, AR · 3d

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Construction could begin soon on Methodist church

WYNNE — Construction could start soon on the rebuild of the First United Methodist Church in Wynne. Wynne Fire Chief Kory Ward told members of the Wynne City Council Tuesday night that the church has submitted its plans to the Wynne Building Inspector’s Office for approval. It took...

Wynne, AR · 2d

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Wynne High School construction making rapid progress

WYNNE — Nabholz Construction is making a lot of progress on the rebuild of Wynne High School. “It’s coming along fast. There’s 190 to 200 plus people there working. When you think of that kind of manpower, a lot can get done in a short time,” said Wynne Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kenneth Moore. “They’ve started hanging sheetrock on the south side on the bottom floor. On the second floor, they were getting it prepped.

Wynne, AR · 2d

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Arkansas AG Sues Prediction Market Over Alleged Unlicensed Gambling

On November 4, 2026, Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced a lawsuit against a prominent prediction-market operator in Independence County Circuit Court, alleging that it offered unlicensed gambling to Arkansas consumers in violation of the Arkansas Deceptive Trade Practices Act. The state seeks restitution, civil penalties, taxes, and injunctive relief. The complaint describes the platform’s event contracts as wagers on sports, elections, entertainment, and other outcomes. The complaint alleges that the operator made its platform available to Arkansas residents, including people ages 18 to 20, without obtaining the licenses or complying with the safeguards Arkansas requires of gambling operators. The state also challenges the operator’s claims that its products are legal and asserts that the “event contract” label does not change the nature of the activity. Specifically, Arkansas alleges that the operator: Misrepresented the legality and safety of its products.The state alleges that the platform told consumers its products were legal and safe despite operating outside Arkansas’s regulated gambling framework. Engaged in unconscionable conduct . The complaint alleges that the operator facilitated wagering without required licenses and safeguards, including by allowing consumers under 21 to participate. Failed to disclose material information.The state alleges that the operator omitted information about the

Independence County, AR · 12h

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Nettleton school officials close to construction of major improvement projects

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Nettleton School District leaders on Thursday once again reviewed design drafts for projects the district plans to build with money from a tax increase voters approved last year. Superintendent Karen Curtner met Thursday with STEAM campus principals and architects from Brackett Krennerich to map out the...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Remaining Jonesboro Community Clean-Ups for 2026 Scheduled

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – For those wanting to clean up their home before the holidays arrive, the final 2026 Community Clean-Ups for Jonesboro are happening soon. The upcoming events will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, and Saturday, Dec. 5. Both will run from 8...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Huge Turnout for Cave City Senior Day at The Meadow

A huge crowd of area senior citizens turned out Thursday, November 12, 2026, for a special Cave City Senior Day and Arkansas SHIIP Day event at The Meadow in Cave City, Arkansas. Bob Connell and the ArkansasRadio.com radio stations broadcast LIVE from 10 AM until 1 PM, bringing local radio...

Cave City, AR · 1d

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Wynne, Cross County officials considering data center moratoriums

CROSS COUNTY — Both city and county leaders are considering ordinances calling for moratoriums on local data centers, with the Wynne City Council expected to vote on its proposal as early as tonight. Construction is underway on a major data center for Google in West Memphis, with concerns the...

Wynne, AR · 3d

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Hardy City Council votes to dissolve the city’s A&P commission, tax

HARDY, Ark. (KAIT) - The Hardy City Council passed Ordinance 2026-2 in a 4-2 vote, abolishing the city’s Advertising and Promotion Commission and its 3% sales tax on prepared foods and lodging. The ordinance is set to go into effect Jan. 8. The council had tabled the issue during...

Hardy, AR · 3d

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Sultana Disaster Museum moves to Marion, Ark.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A dismal part of American history happened right here in the Mid-South, and it often goes forgotten. One local museum’s goal is to teach that history. In Marion, Arkansas, you’ll find the Sultana Disaster Museum. On Thursday, we got a preview of the museum’s...

Marion, AR · 1d

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Entergy Arkansas, Google Announce $500 Million in New Savings

Entergy Arkansas says an expanded partnership with Google involving the company’s massive West Memphis data center campus is expected to deliver at least $500 million in additional savings to electric customers, bringing total projected customer benefits to more than $2.1 billion over 20 years. The agreement could benefit approximately...

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Jonesboro city council passes no camping ordinance; local homeless affected

Jonesboro City Council passed an ordinance November 5, banning overnight camping in all city-owned parking lots and parks unless you are in a designated camping area. Dr. Charles Coleman has served on Jonesboro’s city council for nearly 15 years. He represents ward 2. Coleman told us that a member of the city council brought up the camping issue months ago due to safety concerns.

Jonesboro, AR · 3d

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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 · 4d

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Trash, Recycling Pickup Schedules in Jonesboro to be Adjusted for Veterans Day Holiday

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – Sanitation schedules for the City of Jonesboro will be adjusted on Wednesday in recognition of Veterans Day. According to a social media update from the city, its offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Regular business hours will resume on Thursday.

Jonesboro, AR · 3d

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Jonesboro Elks Lodge 498 to Host ‘Veterans Dinner’ This Friday

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – Veterans and community members are invited to a special evening of food and fellowship as the Jonesboro Elks Lodge 498 hosts its upcoming ‘Veterans Dinner’. The event is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13, beginning at 6 p.m. at 2113...

Jonesboro, AR · 2d