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Special Session Could Cut Your Taxes
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – June 11, 2024 – Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has called a special session of the state legislature for next week to cut income and property taxes and fund the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Sanders will ask the legislature to drop...
Man accused of threatening victims, pointing gun at them
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he pointed a gun and threatened victims, assaulting one. On Monday, June 10, Craighead County District Judge Tommy Fowler found probable cause to charge 23-year-old Sadon Tajaze Whitfield with aggravated assault on a family or household member, first-degree terroristic threatening/threatens serious physical injury or death, and aggravated assault, all Class D felonies.
Commercial burglaries reported at multiple businesses
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – June 11, 2024 – Jonesboro Police were called to a local business on Market Place Drive in relation to a burglary that had occurred the night before. Police made contact with Kevin Clark who advised that the building has multiple businesses inside....
Police: Man arrested after stolen loaded gun was found in home
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said they found a stolen loaded gun in his home. On Monday, June 10, Craighead County District Judge Tommy Fowler found probable cause to charge 26-year-old Christopher Dallas Davis with theft by receiving a firearm for less than $2,500 and possession of a firearm by certain persons.
How dirty is your Home?
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – June 12, 2024 – Maintaining a clean home is often viewed as a chore, but its benefits extend far beyond mere aesthetics. A clean home contributes significantly to overall health and well-being, especially during the summer months. Let’s explore the health benefits of a clean home and identify commonly overlooked home areas that can harbor dirt and germs during the summer.
Program provides high school students a college level experience
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A program is allowing high school students to get a taste of college life in a unique way. The Project Heart program offers juniors and seniors a hands-on experience in the healthcare field. The Associate Director of Pipeline Programs at NYIT-COM at Arkansas State University, states...
Community celebrates Pride with Drag Brunch
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - LGBTQ+ members continued Pride celebration in Jonesboro on Sunday. Following PRIDEfest the day before, several community members packed out The Parsonage for the PRIDE Brunch Drag Show on Sunday, June 9. People enjoyed performances from local drag queens, a chocolate fountain, and mimosas for those over 21.
Parker Park Community Center to host grand opening for pool
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Parker Park Community Center is getting ready for the grand opening of its new pool. According to a release from the city of Jonesboro, the ribbon cutting will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 14 at the community center. Summer pool hours will...
Man accused of opening fire on people in car
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he fired several gunshots at a carload of people. Craighead County District Judge Tommy Fowler found probable cause Monday to charge 34-year-old Xavier Smith with one felony count of committing a terroristic act/shooting at or projecting an object that causes property damage, a Class B felony.
KASU News: Arkansas Memorial Funding, LEARNS Legal Challenge, and Special Session
Today's headlines from KASU News for Wednesday, June 12, 2024, cover discussions about funding a pro-life memorial in Arkansas, repairs to storm-damaged fire stations in Jonesboro, and ongoing legal challenges to the Arkansas LEARNS Act. Also featured are Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders' proposed tax cuts and budget discussions, a national settlement against Johnson & Johnson benefiting Arkansas, and new flood prevention funding.
County courthouse upgrades moving as planned
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Craighead County Courthouse is undergoing significant upgrades, with a new annex being added to better meet the community’s needs. Last year, the county announced plans for this expansion, and on Monday, a tour was held to showcase the progress made on the new building.
JFD headed to National Competition
Oklahoma City, OK – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – June 10, 2024 – In the heart of Oklahoma City, elite firefighters from across the country converged for The Firefighter Challenge‘s Southwest Regional Classic, including Jonesboro Fire Department’s Invincible Firefighter Challenge Team. From June 6th to 8th, teams from...
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