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Community

Food pantry deals with low stock

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Imani Williams
A Northeast Arkansas food pantry is considering temporarily closing to build a good food supply.

News

Homeowners amid insurance battle following storm damage

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Hayden Savage
A family in Sharp County has been waiting since April to have their home repaired from a severe thunderstorm that traveled through the area.

News

Animal control center needs donations amid capacity troubles

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Hayden Savage
An animal control center in North Arkansas needs your help.

Education

Couple using book to help keep kids safe in classroom

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Griffin DeMarrais
One couple is trying to make sure children know how to protect themselves at a young age by giving them the building blocks to survive a deadly event.

Traffic

Lane closures expected for Highway 63

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
Motorists along Highway 63 in Lawrence County might want to give themselves a little extra time to get where they’re going in the coming weeks.

News

Historic downtown buildings on the chopping block

Updated: Aug. 11, 2022 at 10:58 PM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
The city of Trumann plans to condemn a building sometime in September.

News

City looking to add water feature to popular park

Updated: Aug. 11, 2022 at 4:34 PM CDT
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By Griffin DeMarrais
The city of Jonesboro is wanting to make a “splash” to one of its most popular parks, and they want your feedback.

Pets

Patriotic pup sings national anthem

Updated: Aug. 11, 2022 at 3:12 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
A Jonesboro family’s furry friend is a patriotic pup.

News

Two deadly crashes have travelers on edge

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 11:04 PM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
Residents feel the speed limit needs to be lowered even more as the number of crashes continues along the highway.

News

Questions remain over sheriff’s office employee’s death

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 7:31 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
The public is beginning to ask more questions about the death investigation of a county employee.
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Business

Concerns for downtown Jonesboro following restaurant closures

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 7:18 PM CDT
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By Griffin DeMarrais
After three restaurants have closed in the past two weeks, people are wondering what is next for downtown Jonesboro.

Music

70th anniversary of the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo kicks off

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 10:46 AM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
This year’s event is set to take place Wednesday, August 10 through Saturday, August 13 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. each night.

Coronavirus

Weekly Report: Arkansas Dept. of Health monitoring COVID-19

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 10:00 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
On Tuesday, Aug. 9, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 6,463 new cases in the last week.

Earthquake

M1.9 quake reported in Lawrence County

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 8:30 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a magnitude 1.9 earthquake Tuesday in Lawrence County.

News

Positive or negative: What you need to know about COVID-19 testing

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 8:24 AM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
Chris Carter shares his current battle with the virus.

Events

Fans kick off 45th Elvis Week in Memphis

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 8:15 AM CDT
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By Taylor Tucker
Tens of thousands of Elvis fans are arriving in Memphis this week for the 45th annual Elvis week.

News

Upgrading drainage systems to prevent another historic flood

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 10:37 PM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
A Greene County town is taking steps to reduce flooding risks.

News

Safety measures on the road ahead of school

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 7:20 PM CDT
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By Griffin DeMarrais
With schools starting across northeast Arkansas, it’s important to be extra cautious on the roads.

Community

Newport Police Department names new chief

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 3:18 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
In a Tuesday news release shared on social media, the Newport Police Department introduced Larry Dulaney as its new chief.

News

Jonesboro man killed in single-vehicle crash

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 8:23 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
A 26-year-old Jonesboro man died Monday night when his pickup truck crashed into a tree.

News

New technology in schools looks to keep kids from vaping

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 9:33 PM CDT
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By Griffin DeMarrais
A local school district is looking to tackle a dangerous trend impacting your children.

News

School holds open house, welcoming kids, parents

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 8:41 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
Some Northeast Arkansas schools are preparing for the beginning of their school year.

Community

Church to host kickoff event for Operation Christmas Child

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 7:51 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
Many churches in the region participate in Operation Christmas Child, which sends shoeboxes packed full of supplies to kids in need overseas.

Agriculture

Farmers question Governor’s statement of support

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 7:38 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson said he is committed to helping farmers in a statement on Monday, Aug. 8, but some are beginning to question his words.

Earthquake

Earthquake reported in Mississippi County

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 12:10 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a small earthquake early Monday morning in Mississippi County.

News

Open house for new Poplar Bluff Police Dept. rescheduled

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 11:45 AM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
The open house for the new Poplar Bluff Police Department was rescheduled.

Traffic

ArDOT to close Highway 226 for improvements

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 10:40 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
People who travel Highway 226 in Craighead County might need to find an alternate route in the coming weeks.

News

Prayer unites community before start of school year

Updated: Aug. 7, 2022 at 11:21 PM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
Many people are anxious for classes to start back, but one community came together this past weekend to pray for their school students and staff.

News

Tax-free weekend helps with back-to-school shopping

Updated: Aug. 7, 2022 at 10:59 PM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
Parents shop for deals during tax free weekend

Community

Community event helps kids beat the heat

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 11:19 PM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
Waterslides, music, and food sound like an awesome way to spend a hot summer day.

Education

Community helps ‘Stuff the Bus’ for students

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 10:56 PM CDT
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By Jace Passmore
Every year volunteers from school districts across northeast Arkansas band together and gathers donations.

Weather

Heavy rain floods Brookland

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 7:05 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
An hour-long thunderstorm dumped more than three inches of rain on Brookland, flooding streets and homes.

Community

Stuff the Bus helps struggling families

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:47 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
With school approaching for many kids in Northeast Arkansas, it’s more important than ever to help those in need.

Community

Church opens clothing closet to community

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:19 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
The clothing drive was meant to help those who needed clothes before school starts back in the area.

News

Arkansas State Police investigating inmate’s death

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 12:30 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
State police are investigating the death of a Jonesboro man at a Northeast Arkansas jail.

Community

GR8 Job: Marked Tree boy takes steps to help others

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 10:27 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
When it comes to helping his neighbors, one Region 8 boy is a step above the rest.

News

Woman killed in head-on collision

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 8:06 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
A White County woman died early Friday morning in a head-on collision near Branson, Missouri.

Outdoors

Bear sighting “not unusual”, state official says

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 6:46 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
A bear sighting in Sharp County caught the attention of many locals on Wednesday afternoon when it climbed a tree in a well-populated area.

News

Rivergoers urged to use caution following Thursday rain

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 6:22 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
A Northeast Arkansas town on the Spring River is urging caution to those making weekend plans.

Community

GR8 JOB: U.S. Army honors Newport native

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 11:26 AM CDT
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By Jurnee Taylor
U.S. Army Staff Sergeant and Human Resources Specialist Eric Lee was recently awarded the Frederick E. Vollrath Human Resources Award for Excellence.

Community

Neighborhood garden helps feed families

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 7:52 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
One community organization is digging in to help people put fresh veggies on their tables.

Community

Teen bull rider able to walk two months after serious brain injury

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 10:54 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
A little over two months ago, an Arkansas teenager received a serious brain injury while competing in the Arkansas High School Rodeo Finals.

News

Event to give advice to small businesses

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 8:04 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
Topics to be discussed include an overview of some of the SBA’s assistance programs, and owners will also be able to hear from local businesses who have benefited from the programs.

Community

Nonprofit needs help amid increase of donations

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 7:48 PM CDT
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By Hayden Savage
As donations are on the rise, those with the Mission of Hope in Hardy said they are needing volunteers.

News

Police chief addresses ‘criminal investigation’ into recruit’s death

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 6:21 PM CDT
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By Griffin DeMarrais
On Tuesday, Aug. 2, Arkansas State Police said they are conducting a “criminal investigation” into the death of Jonesboro police officer Vincent Parks after he died reporting to training at the state academy.

News

Veteran deputy’s funeral arrangements announced

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 5:05 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
Cpl. Treadway’s funeral will be held Friday.

Business

Multiple downtown restaurants see closure

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 4:35 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
On Monday, Aug. 1, Eleanor’s Pizzeria announced they will be open for one more week, with the restaurant closing its doors for good on Sunday, Aug. 7.

News

Downtown Jonesboro BBQ and Music Festival announces plans for 2022 event

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 7:46 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion Commission’s Downtown Jonesboro BBQ and Music festival announced plans for two nights of music this year.

News

Local artist’s mural draws on the classics

Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 7:00 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
A local artist put the finishing touches on his latest work in downtown Jonesboro.

Education

Gov. Hutchinson presents initial report from School Safety Commission

Updated: Aug. 2, 2022 at 8:42 PM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
Nearly two months after reinstating the Arkansas School Safety Commission, Gov. Asa Hutchinson released its initial report on Tuesday, Aug. 2 at a press conference.
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