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Arkansas state representative for Jonesboro attends Republican National Convention
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Republican National Convention is underway, and Arkansans are well represented. Jack Ladyman, the Arkansas House representative for Jonesboro, is one of the delegates representing the Natural State in Milwaukee this week. “They estimate there are 50,000 people here, 15,000 delegates and alternates from all 50...
Audit: Jonesboro nonprofit organization misuses funds
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A state lawmaker said the former director used the organization as a “personal piggy bank.”. The Arkansas Legislative Audit recently reviewed transactions and operating procedures for the East Arkansas Planning and Development District. A hearing took place in Little Rock on Friday, July 12. The...
Audit finds alleged improper spending at East Arkansas Development District
JONESBORO, Arkansas — The East Arkansas Planning and Development District, headquartered in Jonesboro, is being accused of mishandling funds meant for economic development. The Arkansas Legislative Audit said it found improper credit card charges and discrepancies around a $250,000 loan that was not repaid. Auditors said the district’s former...
Important dates for the November Election
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 14, 2024 – We’ve put together a Cheat Sheet to help you remember important dates regarding the 2024 General Election. September 20th – Deadline for delivery of ballots to military and overseas citizens who make a timely application for voting via absentee ballots.
Wynne High School early site package bids to be accepted Aug. 1
WYNNE — Sealed bids for the Wynne High School early site package will be accepted on Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Nabholz Construction Services Office in Jonesboro. Sealed bids will be placed under review at that time. Bids received after that time will be returned to the bidder unopened.
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