AR National Guardsmen prepped to help Arkansas State Police
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Arkansas National Guard soldiers across the Natural State are hitting the icy roads to help stranded motorists amid winter weather conditions. A crew of five guardsmen met at Arkansas State Police Headquarters, Troop C, on Monday, Jan. 15, before going to work. Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders activated winter support teams […]
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Mayor of Jonesboro fires police chief
JONESBORO, Ga. – FOX 5 Atlanta has learned that the mayor of Jonesboro has fired the city’s police chief, effective immediately. In a letter provided to the FOX 5 I-Team, Mayor Donya Sartor cited the city’s charter along with personal policies and procedures in terminating Chief Tommy Henderson. PREVIOUS STORY: Jonesboro mayor reportedly cleared of […]
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Arkansas event to provide veterans with free dental care
JONESBORO, Ark. (TBP/KAIT) – Delta Dental of Arkansas will provide free dental care for eligible Arkansas military veterans during its annual Operation Stand Down event. According to content partner Talk Business and Politics, the event will be hosted by Arkansas International College of Dentistry and coordinated by the Arkansas Department of Veteran Affairs. It will […]
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Jonesboro native joins Sen. Boozman’s staff
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KAIT/Edited news release)-Jonesboro residents will be happy to hear a familiar voice when they call U.S. Senator John Boozman’s (R-AR) Washington, D.C. office. Ben Campbell, who grew up in the heart of Craighead County, has joined the senator’s team as a staff assistant. “It is an honor and a pleasure to join Senator […]
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Jonesboro to get $5 million for airport upgrade
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – The Jonesboro Airport is expected to get a big boost. On Thursday, Dec. 22, Mayor Harold Copenhaver announced the city is set to receive $5 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation for an extension of the airport’s runway. A news release stated Copenhaver and the city of Jonesboro worked with […]
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Bike lanes look to improve safety near Arkansas State University
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Bicycles are a transportation mode for many and a hobby for cyclists across the Jonesboro area. The city has been looking for ways to improve the quality of life for cyclists while adding value to the downtown area. Cate street is the first of many locations that will receive bike lanes. […]
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Arkansas governor praises Jonesboro for economical strides
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – With the economical hardships many have faced recently, the Arkansas governor highlighted one Northeast Arkansas community for pushing through. On Thursday, Oct. 6, Asa Hutchinson stopped by the Jonesboro Chamber of Commerce Annual Luncheon, where he spoke about his last eight years leading the state. While he was there, Hutchinson spoke […]
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Community members speak about barriers in the workplace for Arkansas women
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Women in Northeast Arkansas got together Wednesday afternoon to discuss what’s impeding their success in the Natural State. The Arkansas Women’s Commission held a meeting on Sept. 14 at the Delta Center for Economic Development in Jonesboro. The commission was reinstated back in February by Governor Asa Hutchinson to focus on […]
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City council approves animal ordinance, new park | #citycouncil
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – During its Sept. 6 meeting, the Jonesboro City Council approved an animal guideline ordinance and gave the go-ahead for a new park. The council approved an ordinance clarifying the rules and regulations of selling, giving away, handling, or displaying any animals within the city limits. The ordinance applies to animal activities, […]
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Teachers rally for better pay, benefits across Arkansas
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Amid talks among lawmakers, teachers are fighting to be paid better for the work they do on a regular basis. On Tuesday, July 26, dozens of teachers lined up at the Jonesboro Municipal Center, holding signs like “Teachers will stay for better pay” and “One-time bonus doesn’t equal a raise”. One […]
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