Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Jonesboro Fire Department's application deadline for entry-level firefighter positions, offering a starting salary of $44,000 to $46,000, is Monday. Northeast Arkansas News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Jonesboro man, initially arrested for the murder of his friend, has been released after charges were dismissed. K8 News
- ➤ Ashley Ellen Delong was charged with making a terroristic threat after allegedly threatening violence at the store she worked at in Brookland, Ark. K8 News
- ➤ Kyle Davis, 32, was fatally shot by law enforcement in Greene County after a confrontation escalated, following allegations of him attacking and vandalizing his ex-wife's home. K8 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Craighead County allocated the remaining $4.3 million in ARPA funds to a workforce training center and a new industrial recruit project, with contracts pending final signatures. The Fox 104.9
- ➤ Jonesboro unveils a $84 million budget for 2025 with significant investments in public safety and infrastructure, alongside allocating federal funds for technological advancements. K8 News
- ➤ Mitch Johnson, a City Councilman from Jonesboro, retires after 20 years of service to the community, leaving a legacy of impactful leadership. Northeast Arkansas News
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