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Updated: Nov. 19, 2025 at 7:12 PM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux & Bar is coming to Jonesboro.
Updated: Nov. 13, 2025 at 1:14 PM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
DHS said funds will be disbursed to cards beginning late Thursday night.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2025 at 8:53 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced she is directing $500,000 to six food bank networks across the state.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2025 at 6:42 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
This week, for Food Truck Friday, K8 News is highlighting Yessuh BBQ & More Catering LLC.
Updated: Oct. 29, 2025 at 10:21 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
With thousands of Arkansans expected to lose SNAP benefits in the coming days, Arkansas Blue and Blue Shield launched a food drive Wednesday to help fight food insecurity.
Updated: Oct. 28, 2025 at 10:18 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Caniacs rejoice! Raising Canes is coming to Jonesboro.
Updated: Oct. 20, 2025 at 3:49 PM CDT
|ByKY3 Staff
SNAP benefits are 100 percent federally funded through USDA-FNS.
Updated: Oct. 7, 2025 at 5:14 PM CDT
|ByThe Associated Press
Officials warned people not to eat certain Hello Fresh subscription meal kits containing spinach that may be contaminated with listeria.
Updated: Oct. 2, 2025 at 10:24 AM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
The Farm-to-School pilot program delivered 3,100 pounds of fresh sweet potatoes to the Marion School District.
Updated: Oct. 1, 2025 at 8:46 AM CDT
|ByThe Associated Press
A Walnut Ridge egg producer is recalling cartons of free-range large brown eggs after federal health inspectors detected Salmonella contamination at a processing site.
Region 8 SatRad
Updated: Sep. 30, 2025 at 11:33 AM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
A sweet festival and a burger business featured on K8’s Food Truck Friday are among this year’s Arkansas Food Hall of Fame winners.
Updated: Sep. 26, 2025 at 8:33 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
A food truck with a little bit of everything. Street Eats is this week’s Food Truck Friday highlight!
Updated: Sep. 12, 2025 at 12:19 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
As part of this transition, the department is also launching a new pilot program--Arkansas Rice in Schools--to increase the use of Arkansas-grown rice in school meal programs.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
This week, we're highlighting the Newport-based food truck TreeWine Sensation's LLC.
Updated: Aug. 15, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday, and this week we’re highlighting a business that’s only been in operation for a few weeks: Dogguisimo.
Updated: Aug. 1, 2025 at 7:41 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday! This week, bringing fresh Mediterranean food to Jonesboro for the past 11 years, is Partovi’s Gyros & Falafel.
Updated: Jul. 18, 2025 at 12:32 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
The State of Arkansas is making it easier for families in need to report stolen SNAP benefits.
Updated: Jul. 15, 2025 at 10:25 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
The federal government is offering food assistance to people still recovering from this spring’s severe storms.
Updated: Jul. 9, 2025 at 12:40 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
According to the Food and Drug Administration, the cartons may be incorrectly labeled as a cheese variety even though the product may be a peanut butter variety.
Updated: Jul. 4, 2025 at 7:16 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
Food Truck Friday: Chow Down
Updated: Jul. 1, 2025 at 6:41 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
A Northeast Arkansas prison and a school district are at the forefront of Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ new farm-to-school food program.
Updated: Jun. 27, 2025 at 7:49 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
Summer is here, and it’s starting to feel like it, too. For this Food Truck Friday, we stopped by a truck known for its cold beverages.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2025 at 2:12 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
A few current and past Northeast Arkansas restaurants are among this year’s finalists in the 2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday! This time around, Good Morning Region 8 took a trip to Got 2 Be Baked in Jonesboro.
Updated: Jun. 13, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday! This week, we visited Tacos Daisy #2.
Updated: May 23, 2025 at 10:57 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday! This week, we traveled to Dad’s BBQ.
Updated: May 12, 2025 at 7:20 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
A long-awaited burger chain, along with other businesses, is finally coming to Jonesboro, and residents expressed how excited they are.
Updated: May 9, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday! This week, we’re featuring Chapo’s Tacos in Hardy.
Updated: May 2, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday! This week, we’re highlighting Kelly’s Soul Food Kitchen & Catering LLC.
Updated: Apr. 25, 2025 at 7:11 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Haag Brown Commercial Real Estate and Development announced Friday that Jersey Mike’s Subs is coming to town.
Updated: Apr. 11, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday, and we’re highlighting Sam’s Sweets and Treats.
Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 6:40 AM CDT
|ByMacy Davis
It’s Food Truck Friday! This week, we’re highlighting Mrs. B’s Grilled Cheese.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2025 at 1:28 PM CST
|ByKY3 Staff
It’s a colorful salad with a little sweet and tangy, a perfect blend for the taste buds.
Updated: Mar. 4, 2025 at 6:06 PM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced legislation Tuesday that will create the Grocery Tax Relief Act.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2025 at 12:51 PM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
A new report finds Arkansans spend more on groceries than people in other states.
Updated: Feb. 7, 2025 at 1:28 PM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
LG is recalling 500,000 electric ranges following multiple fires resulting in destroyed homes and several pet deaths.
Updated: Jan. 10, 2025 at 7:13 PM CST
|ByBryant Kwilecki
The city of Jonesboro is covered in snow with people out and about, as well as crews helping keep roads clear.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2025 at 11:42 AM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
After decades of business, Hays Supermarket on Blytheville’s Main Street is closing.
Updated: Dec. 22, 2024 at 9:32 AM CST
|ByBryant Kwilecki
The community meal was held Saturday, Dec. 21., giving residents in need a chance to enjoy a warm meal and fellowship for the holidays.
Updated: Dec. 18, 2024 at 6:20 PM CST
|ByBryant Kwilecki
Dr. Kinsey Cornick with the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine said food poisoning cases or food-borne illnesses tend to go up this time of year.
Updated: Dec. 17, 2024 at 12:46 PM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Last year, they fed nearly 400 hungry souls. This year, they expect to feed at least 500.
Updated: Dec. 11, 2024 at 10:25 AM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders says those receiving supplemental food benefits should be unable to use those funds to purchase snacks, candy, and desserts.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2024 at 4:18 PM CST
|ByJeffrey Bullard
Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes. They’re just three of the countless Thanksgiving staples many can’t wait to feast their eyes on
Updated: Nov. 22, 2024 at 5:44 AM CST
|BySavannah Harrison
Many look forward to Thanksgiving's big meals, but for diabetics, it can be a challenge to enjoy them while managing their blood sugars.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2024 at 6:32 PM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
The Southeast Missouri Food Bank encourages deer hunters to “share the harvest” and help feed their hungry neighbors.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2024 at 11:18 AM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Several Northeast Arkansas chefs, both young and old, tasted victory at the World Food Championships.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2024 at 8:54 AM CST
|ByK8 Newsdesk
Several national businesses and restaurants are celebrating Veterans Day by giving back to those who have served our country
Updated: Oct. 25, 2024 at 3:39 AM CDT
|ByGriffin Broussard
Arkansas’ Best Burger is at a Bailey’s Family Restaurant in Cave City.
Updated: Oct. 18, 2024 at 7:53 AM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
It’s the day many ice cream lovers across Northeast Arkansas have been waiting for.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2024 at 1:48 PM CDT
|ByK8 Newsdesk
A Paragould restaurant has shut its doors after being accused of not paying its rent.