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Jonesboro man produces audio keepsakes for families
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A Jonesboro man created a new way to keep the memories of our loved ones alive forever. With 35 years of experience, Marty Scarbrough has conducted thousands of interviews during his time in the radio industry. Now he is taking a more personal path to help families across the region.
Tenants at Fayetteville senior apartment complex say rent increase forcing them out
On Thursday night, residents of Wedington Place Senior Apartments complex packed around fold-out tables in the center's community room to discuss the news of steep rent hikes. Rosa Floyd, whose 78-year-old mother and 84-year-old father both live at Wedington, helped organize this listening session for the tenants. "Well, I mean...
Brimhall Seeks to Ban Certain Terms, Including “Judge-Elect,” in Criminal Case
JONESBORO, Ark. — New motions filed in the pending criminal case against Judge-elect Doug Brimhall seek to bar certain terms from being used in the trial process, including “future judge,” “judge-elect,” and “lawyer.”. The “Motion in Limine” was filed on August 15 in Craighead...
Jonesboro hosts public meetings on upcoming infrastructure, safety projects
The City of Jonesboro has a few new projects on the horizon and they want input from you. The city will host two public interest meetings this week regarding capital investment projects focused on infrastructure, public safety, smart growth, and quality of life. The meetings will be this Wednesday from...
Former Rogers City Council candidate ordered to pay $71K after taking money from church’s cemetery fund
A former Rogers City Council candidate was ordered to pay more than $70,000 in restitution for money he took from a church's cemetery fund.
A-State welcomes students with new sidewalks, food-delivery robot
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Incoming Arkansas State University students can expect some big changes on campus. While some projects are not yet completed, the university is making a move to make the campus even more walker-friendly by building more sidewalks throughout the campus. “So, with our big incoming class, we’re...
Bella Vista residents recover from weekend storms as the city prepares for debris pickup
BELLA VISTA, Ark. — Residents in the city of Bella Vista are still working to recover following Friday night's severe thunderstorms that rolled through Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley. "We noticed that we had a lot of debris and downed trees," resident Ginger Johnson said. "Our building was...
Alma ready for 2024 football season led by large senior class
ALMA, Ark. — After falling one win short of winning the 5A West in 2023, the Alma Airedales are looking to come back stronger led by a large senior class. Alma was 7-2 going into their final regular season game where they took on Shiloh Christian. A win would've given them a Conference title, but they fell short. This brought them down to the 4 seed for the 5A Playoffs. They eventually got a tough draw having to go on the road against the eventual 5A State Champions, Little Rock Parkview.
'This was always my dream': Juncaj details unorthodox path to Arkansas
Anton Juncaj is arguably the most important addition to the Arkansas defensive line entering the 2024 season. The 6-3, 272-pound senior defensive end has quickly proved himself an ideal fit as he solidified his spot as the Razorbacks' No. 3 edge rusher through fall camp. To get to Fayetteville, though, Juncaj had to take an unorthodox path.
Police: Arrests made after fentanyl pills, other drugs found during traffic stop
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested three people after they said several Fentanyl pills, among other drugs, were found during a traffic stop. According to a probable cause affidavit, on Friday, Aug. 16, Jonesboro Police Officer Faith Ann Kelemen conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Belt and Scott Street for a vehicle that showed “unconfirmed insurance.”
A-State Football tailgating opportunities and experiences continue to expand
Jonesboro, AR – (Contributed) – Aug 19, 2024 – The variety of ways to experience Arkansas State football tailgating on Red Wolves game days continues to grow with the addition of an Alpha Pack event for all six home games in 2024, complimenting Dustin White Realty Tailgate City at Mike Watson Park and free tailgating options surrounding Centennial Bank Stadium.
Man arrested following standoff with police
POCAHONTAS, Ark. (KAIT) – Police arrested a Texas man after they said he got into a standoff with officers at a gas station following a report of him firing an AR-style rifle. On Monday, Aug. 19, Pocahontas police responded to an incident at the Murphy USA in front of...
Bailey Family Continues Legacy of Giving with Donation to Support Trojan Way Gardens
The Bailey Family is continuing its long legacy of supporting the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a new gift to support the creation of a campus garden in the Trojan Way Project. Ted Bailey III of Little Rock has made a donation on behalf of his family for...
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