Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library hosting Noon Years event tomorrow
JONESBORO, Ark- The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will kick the new year off early tomorrow. The children’s library will host their Noon Years party tomorrow. Normally, they hold the event in person, due to the pandemic staff will stream it virtually on the library's Facebook page starting at 11:30 A.M. Parents and children are encouraged to follow along at home but can pick their noon years take home kits from the library until tomorrow. CCJPL youth services prog
Quorum Court making creating new policies after Kade Holliday charges
CRAIGHEAD COUNTY, Ark- Changes are coming to Craighead county after former County Clerk Kade Holliday allegedly stole more than one point four million dollars from the county. Holliday’s alleged theft from the county is bringing attention and awareness to gaps within the county’s finances. These new changes bring additional accountability. With hopes they won’t have this situation again. “Really try and update somethings on how we make sure that people are responsible with th
Governors Police Task Force releases recommendations
JONESBORO, Ark- Over the past six months, 24 members of the task force, including Craighead County Sheriff Marty Boyd developed 27 recommendations about how to improve officer accountability, and police and community relations. “It was a very tough six months that we spent meeting and having some in-depth discussions that frankly were tough discussions at times. But we presented 27 findings to the governor that we felt would advance the state of law enforcement. They range f
St. Bernards receives toy donations from the American Red Cross
JONESBORO, Ark- A hospital can be a scary place for children, especially around Christmas time. But one non-profit is hoping to make those times a little brighter. Pediatric patients and their families at St. Bernards Medical Center will feel the holiday spirit this year. As they will receive a build-a-bear teddy bear. The donation comes from the American Red Cross. “It’s so nice to have something to give to a child when they come into the hospital because they’re scared. To
City asking people to follow Covid guidelines this holiday season
JONESBORO, Ark- The City of Jonesboro wants to remind people limit holiday travel. As well as asking residents to cut down on large Christmas gatherings as our hospitals remain full and coronavirus cases continue to rise. “Just put on a mask, you just stay distant, you just wash your hands. It’s difficult to do that with family around, but you need to find a big space. You need to find a small gathering that you’re used to being around, that you’re around frequently,” says Ci
Blood drive held in honor of Jonesboro Mayor Harold Perrin
JONESBORO, Ark- People across the region came together today to help save lives. All in honor of outgoing Jonesboro Mayor Harold Perrin. Numerous people showed up today to donate blood and show their support in honor of Mayor Perrin who was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. With blood donations at an all-time low, the need has skyrocketed since the pandemic. “It’s just something we can do for the mayor. This man has given a lot to the city in the time he served on city
St. Bernard's Village residents to receive COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday
Christmas is coming early as St. Bernard’s assisted living facilities are preparing their residents to receive the Pfizer vaccine. They have about 175 residents that are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Brian Rega, Director of Senior Services for Housing at St. Bernard’s Medical Center, says they are planning to administer the vaccine to their residents this week. “It’s the greatest Christmas presents we could’ve asked for. The vaccines will be administered to all of o
Arkansas State introduces Butch Jones as new head football coach
JONESBORO, Ark- JONESBORO, Ark The Butch Jonesboro era at A-State is officially here. In a press conference today on campus, Jones is introduced as the 31st Red Wolves head football coach. He says he’s excited and ready to get to work. “I am deeply humbled and honored to be your football coach. In recruiting, we always talk about people make a place,” says Jones. “Well, this has never been more evident at Arkansas State University and in the great city of Jonesboro.” Jones ta
NEA Baptist becomes first in the Mid-South to receive, distribute Covid vaccine
JONESBORO, Ark- Today is a historic day across in the region. As NEA Baptist is the first hospital in the Mid-South to receive and give front line health care workers the Coronavirus vaccine. This comes just three days after the FDA approved the vaccine for use. “We think this is our ticket out. This is probably one of the most exciting advances in science in modern history and it comes against a disease that if not one of the most important, one of the most important medical
St. Bernard's Hospital receiving 975 Pfizer vaccines
JONESBORO,AR- St. Bernard's Vice President of Ancillary Services, LeAnn Morrow says they will begin employee’s vaccination immediately. The hospital says they are receiving 975 doses tomorrow morning where they will then begin scheduling vaccination for all front-line workers. “We’re planning for the next 5-6 days to get that delivered to them in the most efficient way so, they can enjoy the holiday with their families.so getting hat first dose delivered to them as quickly as