Alejandra Hernández
Multimedia journalist and reporter
Jonesboro, Arkansas
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Alejandra is a California native who has lived in Northeast Arkansas since 2007. She graduated from Arkansas State University in 2014 with a degree in journalism.
During her time at Arkansas State, she photographed and wrote for The Herald at Arkansas State University.
After graduating, she spent a short time with the Jonesboro Sun as a writer and photographer before stepping away from journalism for some years.
An introvert at heart, her hobbies include photography, gaming, reading, and watching tv and sports.
She is eager to continue her career in journalism at KAIT.
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The Beck Center held the inaugural Run to Remember 5k for Memorial Day on Saturday at Arkansas State University.
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Shoppers and vendors in Missouri lined up on Highway 25 for the 100 Mile Yard Sale.
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 10:39 PM CDT
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An ordinance on mobile homes passed on May 9 in Wynne has caused a stir for some residents.
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 7:55 AM CDT
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The National Institute of Health is bringing a research program to Jonesboro.
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 7:53 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Wynne School District has taken the first steps towards building a new high school. On Tuesday, members of the community and the school district met with the architects of the new school.
Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 11:22 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
As humidity sets in, mosquitos will follow, and with it, the risk of heartworm disease in dogs.
Updated: May. 21, 2023 at 5:44 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A fundraiser was held at Hijinx on Sunday, May 21 to honor Terri Tyner, a Westside teacher who died last month.
Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 10:04 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Wynne High School Class of 2023 celebrated graduation on Saturday night.
Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 7:47 PM CDT
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Police in Blytheville are bringing back the neighborhood watch program.
Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 6:29 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention hosted a free clinic at Southside Community Church in Paragould on Saturday.
Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 10:42 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The city of Newport is addressing its childcare shortage. The city signed an agreement on Thursday, May 11 with The Early Years Place to bring another daycare option for parents in the city.
Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 12:33 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The mayor of Joiner announced a rejuvenating project on Monday. The mayor plans to involve the young people in the town and needs help from the community.
Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 5:29 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A disabled veteran is asking for help to recover his stolen side-by-side.
Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 4:33 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Paragould Farmers' Market opened for the first time in 2023 and in a new location.
Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 5:44 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The new fire station in Harrisburg held its grand opening on Saturday
Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 10:27 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A sight for bear eyes left many throughout Jonesboro a little pawsed.
Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 12:16 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
It was an eventful afternoon for drivers in Jonesboro on Tuesday. A chase started on Nestle Road and ended in the Windover Heights neighborhood, leaving several drivers in Jonesboro with their adrenaline pumping.
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 10:20 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The historic Adler building’s restoration in Downtown Batesville is nearly complete.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 6:22 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Southwest Church of Christ held a special donation on Sunday.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 6:12 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Clay County Detention Center held an open house on Sunday for the community. It is just a couple weeks from being operational again.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 9:36 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
John 3:16 Ministries celebrated its 20th anniversary with a big celebration on Saturday.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 9:22 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Judd Hill Farmers’ Market opened for the first time in 2023.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 9:20 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Red Wolves took center stage and walked across the stage for their graduation ceremony on Saturday.
Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 9:43 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A meeting between city leaders and Hispanic leaders aims to close a cultural gap in Jonesboro.
Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 8:43 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner and two groups are hoping to bring fun and raise funds.
Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 3:13 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The city of Kennett has taken a major step in bringing a hospital back.
Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 12:01 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Pemiscot Dunklin Electric Coop is addressing its language barrier by hiring bilingual employees.
Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 12:08 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Arkansas State University held a memorial for a professor who passed away.
Updated: May. 1, 2023 at 11:56 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Gas prices are lower than they were a year ago… but some drivers say it’s still too high.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 9:07 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Marybeth Byrd starred on the big screen Sunday night in Paragould.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 8:06 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A family who lost its entire business is being built back.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 8:49 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Huntington Square brought more than food to Foodie Fest. The three-day event brought music, vendors, and food to the square.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 8:43 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
KAIT hosted the inaugural KAIT Charity Basketball Tournament at the Paragould Community Center. The tournament raised money for Together We Foster, which supports the peer foster community.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 11:04 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A crisis is hitting the nation’s animal shelters, and organizers are needing your help.
Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 9:45 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The Jonesboro Police Department offers tips for those buying or selling online.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2023 at 11:22 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders answered questions during a town hall meeting in Jonesboro Monday about the controversial LEARNS Act.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 10:40 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
An organization that helps families in emergency situations held a fundraiser with food and fun in Jonesboro.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 9:35 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A pair of students in Jonesboro are wanting to have a peaceful conversation on gun violence.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 9:58 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A family who lost their house to a fire on Sunday, April 16 still has questions about losing their home.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 9:51 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Boys to Men, Girls to Women in Wynne received a donation from the Rockefeller family on Saturday.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2023 at 10:36 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Arkansas State University and NEA Family Crisis Center partnered up to bring an exhibit about sexual assault victims during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. “What They Were Wearing” is a temporary exhibit that displays the articles of clothing sexual assault victims wore during their assault.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 10:40 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Residents at a town hall meeting in Cardwell has different opinions over the town’s sole protector.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 12:36 AM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
A new study by the Kaiser Foundation found one in five people have been personally threatened with a gun. 54% of all U.S. adult told the Foundation they are a family member that's had an experience with gun violence.
Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 5:52 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Salvation Ministries broke ground on a new sanctuary on Sunday. The church also plans to use the old building for the community.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 6:18 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Touch a Truck was held on Saturday at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. Several emergency vehicles lined through the parking lot, waiting for children to come and see up close the cars that serve their community.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 6:01 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Families gathered at the Jonesboro Sports Shooting Complex for a day of shooting and awareness.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 9:26 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
The next phase to bring a regional airport to northeast Arkansas will require the help of the public.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 9:20 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
With the national and public health emergency set to end on May 11, at-home covid tests may no longer be free.
Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 9:33 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Families without a home at Camp Cavalry in Wynne are preparing to move.
Updated: Apr. 10, 2023 at 11:11 PM CDT
|By Alejandra Hernández
Sales of recreational marijuana are having different effects on dispensaries in Arkansas. The state of Missouri reported over $71 million in sales in February, that number climbed to $125 million in March and some dispensaries in Northeast Arkansas… are seeing a decline in sales.
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