3+ hour, 6+ min ago  (78+ words) kjnbtv. com A possible boost for affordable housing in Northeast Arkansas: The Arkansas Development Finance Authority is awarding more than $13 million in federal low-income housing tax credits to help build nearly 700 affordable housing units statewide. The funding will support 12 developments…...

1+ hour, 34+ min ago  (99+ words) kjnbtv. com Arkansas education leaders are asking the federal government to approve a new statewide education plan that state leaders say will give schools more local control. The proposal, labeled "Reclaiming Arkansas Education," would reduce federal reporting requirements, overhaul accountability…...

3+ hour, 11+ min ago  (161+ words) kjnbtv. com The Skirmish gravel cycling festival returns to Jonesboro for its second year, bringing nearly 300 cyclists from 15 states to downtown. Organizers say the growing event boosts local tourism, supports businesses, and showcases Southern hospitality through three days of racing…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (244+ words) Arkansas voters will decide Issue 3 this November, a proposed constitutional amendment allowing the creation of economic development districts. Supporters say it could boost jobs and investment across the state, while opponents warn taxpayers could face risks if projects fail. A…...

2+ day, 2+ hour ago  (157+ words) kjnbtv. com The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host a food distribution in Walnut Ridge Wednesday. The event will take place at the National Guard Armory on Southeast Front Street. Food will be distributed from 9 a. m. until 11 a. m. , or until supplies…...

2+ day, 2+ hour ago  (249+ words) A viral video showing an Arkansas State Police trooper driving through a flock of geese on Interstate 57 between Cabot and Jacksonville has sparked outrage online. ASP Director Colonel Mike Hagar defended the officer, saying the birds posed a danger to…...

3+ day, 2+ hour ago  (100+ words) State Police are investigating a deadly shooting in south Arkansas that left one man dead over the weekend. Investigators say officers responded to reports of shots fired Saturday night near the corner of Mc Kinley and Arkansas Streets in Gould....

6+ day, 3+ hour ago  (296+ words) | Live Stream | kjnbtv. com kjnbtv. com Police across Arkansas are increasing patrols ahead of Memorial Day weekend, with a focus on seatbelt use, distracted driving and impaired driving. The Jonesboro Police Department says officers will be out in full force…...

6+ day, 8+ hour ago  (226+ words) An anonymous resident from Beebe, Arkansas, claimed a $2 million Powerball prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Claim Center on May 20, following the April 29 drawing. The occasional player bought the ticket at BB One Stop in Beebe, selecting numbers by creating…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (161+ words) kjnbtv. com As Memorial Day weekend approaches, rising gas prices are forcing some travelers in Northeast Arkansas to rethink their budgets. While many still plan to hit the road, drivers say higher fuel costs are cutting into savings and changing…...