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Expect delays on major Region 8 Highway
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) -Expect major traffic delays if you travel U.S. Highway 63 between Bono and Jonesboro, Arkansas. Starting today, March 26, 2024, ARDOT will alternate lane closures on a section between Dan Ave. and County Road 118 in Bono. The lane closures will take place between 6 A.M. and...
Spring practice and Pro Day provide a Thursday twinbill for Arkansas State football
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - It was an actioned packed Thursday to say the least for Arkansas State football. The afternoon featured the fifth practice of the spring. Butch Jones’ pack were in full pads for over two hours at Centennial Bank Stadium. Their next session is scheduled for Saturday morning, the practice is open to 1200 Club members along with A-State faculty.
Man arrested after leaving drugs next to sleeping baby, police say
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a man after they said he left drugs beside a baby while it was sleeping. Craighead County District Court Judge David Boling found probable cause on Monday, March 25 to charge 36-year-old Jerome Christian Casey, of Jonesboro, with possession of a firearm by certain persons, possession of Schedule VI with the purpose to deliver, simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms, violation of no contact order, third-degree endangering the welfare of a minor, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
NYITCOM receives $114,380 grant to address maternal health, pediatric in Arkansas
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT/TBP) – The New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University’s Delta Population Health Institute has received a $114,380 grant to address maternal and pediatric health in the state. According to content partner Talk Business and Politics, the grant is courtesy...
Arkansas State is #2 overall seed in 2024 NCAA Women’s Bowling Tournament
Set for a 16th straight appearance in the NCAA Tournament, the Arkansas State women’s bowling team is the No. 2 seed and will play the winner between William Smith and Fayetteville State in its opening match of the 2024 National Collegiate Women’s Bowling Championship as announced by the NCAA Wednesday afternoon.
High schoolers and local employers connect through future job opportunities
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - In a two-day event, local employers help high schoolers explore future career opportunities in Northeast Arkansas. Seniors from 17 regional high schools and representatives from 42 local organizations collaborate on future opportunities. Be Pro Be Proud Draft Day will be held at Nettleton High School on Wednesday, March 27 through 28.
10 acres roughly burned in out-of-control grass fire
CRAIGHEAD COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - Firefighters from multiple departments responded to a large fire near Bono on Monday afternoon. According to the Jonesboro-Craighead County E-911, the fire was located on County Road 380 and 383 in Bono. Our crew found fire departments and the Arkansas Forestry Division on a road...
High school student becomes the first NJROTC cadet to receive Navy ROTC Education Scholarship
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - High school senior, Iliana Mancilla, has made history in Jonesboro by becoming the first NJROTC cadet to win a $200,000 scholarship. Mancilla received two scholarships: one, a $144,000 support for her dream of becoming a nurse in the Navy, and the other, a $200,000 Navy ROTC Education Scholarship.
Starting your day with GMR8
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) -We’re helping you plan your day on Good Morning Region 8. Some of us are waking up to some frost this morning. Sunshine should warm us to around 60 by this afternoon, but that is still 4°-6° below normal for this time of year. We may have to deal with frost on Thursday morning, too. By tomorrow afternoon, we will warm back into the mid-60s. We gradually warm into Easter weekend with highs in the 70s and even 80s. Storm chances ramp up Monday night.
26 years later: Westside tragedy remembered
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Sunday marks the 26th anniversary of a dark day in Northeast Arkansas. On March 24, 1998, two armed students pulled a fire alarm at Westside Middle School and then opened fire on their classmates as they exited the building with their teachers. Sixth Grade Teacher Shannon...
Local hospital prepares for eclipse
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - With thousands of visitors expected to flock to Northeast Arkansas on April 8, St. Bernards is making sure everything that could be needed is on hand. “We are making sure we have enough blood and platelets on hand in case there is a mass casualty event,” said Karla Davis the emergency preparedness/life safety coordinator.
Organization works to help men with drug addiction
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A local organization is helping men overcome the trials and tribulations associated with drug addiction. Breaking Bonds Ministries is a 7-month-long program for men who struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. “Here at breaking bonds, we help those men establish a relationship with Jesus Christ, and...
Protecting plants from the frost and cold temperatures
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Planting season is right around the corner and some people are already putting their plants in the ground. However, frost and chilly temperatures might not be over. County Extension Agent Brandon Thiesse said it might be a good idea to hold off until the last frost,...
Man accused of attempting to cash forged check
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a man after they said he tried to cash a forged check and ran from bank staff when he was questioned about it. Craighead County District Court Judge David Boling found probable cause on Monday, March 25 to charge 46-year-old Philip Shyrome Shuler, of Jonesboro, with second-degree forgery.
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