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Eleven Point River Project in Randolph County to Receive $1 Million

POCAHONTAS, Ark. — A waterway improvement project along the Eleven Point River in Randolph County is set to receive $1 million from the state’s settlement with Monsanto, Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Friday. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will oversee the project at the Oxborrow property....

Randolph County, AR · 2d
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Former Pemiscot County School Employee Admits Embezzling

(Cape Girardeau, Mo.) A former employee of the North Pemiscot County R-1 School District is admitting embezzling $1.46 million from the district. 64 year old Tammy Louise Barnes,of Pemiscot County, pled guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to three counts of bank fraud. Barnes admitted that between December 13th of 2018, and June 3rd of 2024, she transferred money from the district’s bank account to her own account in about 57 different electronic transactions. According to her plea she stole a total of $1,467,247.49. As an employee, Barnes had access to the district’s bank account in order to pay legitimate school expenses. The Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) covered $1 million of the loss. At sentencing, Barnes will be ordered to repay the money. She’ll first have to reimburse the district $467,247 and then repay the Insurance Council. Barnes is scheduled to be sentenced on February 18th. Each charge carries a potential penalty of up to 30 years in prison, a fine of up to $1 million, or both prison and a fine.

Pemiscot County, MO · 15h
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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 · 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 · 2d
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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.

Jonesboro, AR · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Veterans Day 2026: Deals, Free Meals, and What’s Closed in Jonesboro

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – In honor of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, several national chains with locations across Jonesboro are offering free meals and discounts to say “thank you” to those who have served. Because Veterans Day is a federal holiday, several...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Baptist Memorial named only stroke-ready hospital in Greene County

PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - The state now recognizes Baptist Memorial Hospital as the only stroke-ready hospital in Greene County. Part of that readiness is a screen that brings a stroke specialist to a patient’s bedside. The hospital applied for the state stroke designation in April. To qualify, it had...

Greene County, AR · 1d

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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 · 15h

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Missouri education board member resigns, citing ‘time constraints’

Robbie Myers has stepped down from his position on the Missouri State Board of Education, telling The Independent on Tuesday that the time commitment was too much since he also serves as emergency management director in Butler County. “The work of the board is too important to receive anything less than full commitment, so I […]

Missouri · 1d

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Inclusive Playground at University Heights Lions Club Park Celebrated in Ribbon-Cutting

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – The recently renovated, inclusive playground at University Heights Lions Club Park was unveiled in a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday morning. The playground, designed to be more inclusive for children with disabilities, features a paved walkway for wheelchair users. It also uses...

Jonesboro, AR · 20h

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Former Gov. Mike Beebe Donates Artwork to A-State Museum

Longtime Searcy resident and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe has donated a significant work of art by former Arkansas artist V. L. Cox to the Bradbury Art Museum at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. Arkansas State University announced the Mike Beebe art donation Monday, November 9, 2026. The donated artwork,...

Searcy, AR · 1d

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Shade Trees on Playgrounds Program Prepares for 25th Anniversary with New Application Timeline

Jonesboro, AR – Contributed – The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Shade Trees on Playgrounds (STOP) program announced Tuesday that scheduling adjustments for the 2026–2027 school year. The program will shift its traditional application period and planting ceremonies from fall to spring. The Department will host a...

Arkansas · 18h

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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 · 2d

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Cross County city councils to meet Tuesday

CROSS COUNTY — The Wynne City Council, the Cherry Valley City Council and the Hickory Ridge City Council will all meet Tuesday night. Both the Wynne City Council and the Cherry Valley City Council will have full agendas before them. The Wynne City Council will consider several ordinances, including...

Wynne, AR · 2d

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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...

Jackson County, AR · 2d

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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 · 1d