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A local school district is looking to tackle a dangerous trend impacting your children.

Some Northeast Arkansas schools are preparing for the beginning of their school year.

Many churches in the region participate in Operation Christmas Child, which sends shoeboxes packed full of supplies to kids in need overseas.

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.

The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a small earthquake early Monday morning in Mississippi County.

The open house for the new Poplar Bluff Police Department was rescheduled.

People who travel Highway 226 in Craighead County might need to find an alternate route in the coming weeks.

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.

Parents shop for deals during tax free weekend

Waterslides, music, and food sound like an awesome way to spend a hot summer day.

Every year volunteers from school districts across northeast Arkansas band together and gathers donations.

An hour-long thunderstorm dumped more than three inches of rain on Brookland, flooding streets and homes.

With school approaching for many kids in Northeast Arkansas, it’s more important than ever to help those in need.

The clothing drive was meant to help those who needed clothes before school starts back in the area.

State police are investigating the death of a Jonesboro man at a Northeast Arkansas jail.

When it comes to helping his neighbors, one Region 8 boy is a step above the rest.

A White County woman died early Friday morning in a head-on collision near Branson, Missouri.

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.

A Northeast Arkansas town on the Spring River is urging caution to those making weekend plans.

U.S. Army Staff Sergeant and Human Resources Specialist Eric Lee was recently awarded the Frederick E. Vollrath Human Resources Award for Excellence.

One community organization is digging in to help people put fresh veggies on their tables.

A little over two months ago, an Arkansas teenager received a serious brain injury while competing in the Arkansas High School Rodeo Finals.

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.

As donations are on the rise, those with the Mission of Hope in Hardy said they are needing volunteers.

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.

Cpl. Treadway’s funeral will be held Friday.

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.

The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion Commission’s Downtown Jonesboro BBQ and Music festival announced plans for two nights of music this year.

A local artist put the finishing touches on his latest work in downtown Jonesboro.

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.