Sunday, December 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Highlands Methodist Church's 35th annual Cookie Walk on December 7 marks a traditional start to the holiday season for local families. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ The American Red Cross in Jonesboro held a disaster response training for new volunteers to prepare them for emergency situations. K8 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Multiple crashes in Jonesboro due to rain have led to traffic disruptions, with specific incidents on East Johnson Avenue and Interstate 555 reducing lanes. K8 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Jonesboro, a woman's bank alerted her to an unauthorized attempt to transfer $14,600 from her account, with the investigation now handled by the Craighead County Sheriff’s Office. K8 News
- ➤ In Jonesboro, Ark., two suspects allegedly stole $6,394.99 in insurance money from a victim for an unfinished roofing job. K8 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ASU System President Brendan Kelly emphasizes commitment to student-focused elevation and innovative change in the Arkansas State University System's approach to education. The Fox 104.9
- ➤ Around 2,000 students graduated from Arkansas State University during the 2024 Fall commencement, marking a significant milestone in their lives and careers. K8 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northeast Arkansas reports an increase in highly pathogenic avian influenza cases among wild bird populations, with some transmission to domestic animals and rare instances of human infection. Jonesboro Right Now
SHOP NEWS
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Delta State Lady Statesmen vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves Women's Basketball
The Arkansas State Red Wolves Women's Basketball team will host the Delta State Lady Statesmen at the First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro.
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